My Ford Focus' turbo wastegate is sticking open. Is there anything I can do other than replace it?

I am given to believe that the actuating rod on the turbo of our Ford Focus 1800 turbodiesel is sticking with the wastegate held open, causing the engine to run with greatly reduced power. I understand...

Should I change my 10-year-old Honda Accord for a Vauxhall Vectra?

My Honda Accord is ten years old (I've had it for six of those) with 97,000 miles on the clock and it feels like it could do the same again with no problem. But I'm concerned that any car of this age will...

Why have the power socket and cigar lighter in the rear of my 2007 Ford Mondeo have stopped working?

For some reason, both the cigar lighter and the auxiliary power socket in the rear passenger area of my 2007 Ford Mondeo are not working. I have checked the fuses and they appear ok. Any ideas please?

My Ford Focus' engine management light has come on and it's shuddering - what's gone wrong?

My Ford Focus 1600 Zetec's engine management light has started to come on, then the speedo goes to zero. Even the little LCD window on the speedo reads nothing. The miles dont register and the engine starts...

I need a small, economical fun car and can't decide between a MINI or a Suzuki Swift.

I have 10k max to spend on a car. I need it to be economical but nippy. It has to be roomy and safe, reliable and cheap to service as I commute 16,000 miles per year. I want something that's fun to drive...

Which MPV to replace my Ford Galaxy for £3000?

I'm looking to buy a cheap 7-seater as my current Ford Galaxy has just gave up. I between £2000-£3000 to spend. I do a lot of town driving so I am guessing a diesel would be more economical. I'm wanting...

Which medium car has the best back support and adjustable seating?

Could you please advise as to which medium-sized car has the best back support, which also allows for a range of adjustment?

A dealer sold a car I'd put a deposit on - is this a breach of contract?

Last week I agreed to purchase a used Ford S-Max from a national Ford dealer. The deal was negotiated and a price agreed. The car I was purchasing was not viewed as it was at another branch of the dealer....

Tyre straits

We have a 2009 Ford Fiesta Titanium auto on 15 x 6 alloy wheels. with 195/50 Hancook tyres. This wretched car, which could be so nice, gives no pleasure to driver or passenger because of the incessant...

Tall story

My husband, now retired, has driven Mercedes for many years but his latest Mercedes C180 estate no longer provides a comfortable driving position for him or easy access when getting in as he needs a higher...