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Will using Shell V Power improve the performance of our Honda Jazz?

We've decided to get a Honda Jazz SE Automatic for its space and versatility. We understand that it can be considered slow compared to other similar size...

Tags: v-power premium fuels consumer advice shell
Honda Jazz 2015 on Civic 2017 on

Why do motoring websites promote diesel autos despite the bad press over diesel?

Car manufacturers are continuing to manufacture diesel cars despite all the adverse publicity about diesel. Nearly all motoring websites continue to recommend...

Tags: fuel economy hybrid buying a new suv towing crossovers buying a new car diesel engines wheels and tyres petrol or diesel? buying and selling suvs comfortable ride consumer advice automatic cars hybrid suvs petrol or hybrid? diesel backlash
Honda Toyota Suzuki CR-V 2012 on RAV4 2013 on Vitara 2015 on

Our newly bought approved used Honda CR-V has a faulty gearbox - is this covered by the one year warranty?

My partner bought an approved used 2011 Honda CR-V with a one year warranty less than a week ago. On four occasions it's jumped out of first gear when...

Tags: legal and consumer advice approved used consumer rights maintenance and servicing faults faulty gearbox owning warranty
Honda CR-V 2007 - 2012

I've heard of rapid battery drainage in Honda vehicles - how do I combat this?

I've just bought a Honda CRV. I've heard of, and experienced (mother-in-law's Honda Jazz), rapid battery drainage. I have seen various solar-powered trickle...

Tags: battery charging owning flat battery consumer advice
Honda CR-V 2012 on Jazz 2015 on

My Honda Civic Tourer gives me back problems - can I do anything about improving ride comfort?

We've just purchased a 2015 Honda Civic Tourer. Unlike our previous car, a Volvo C30, the passenger seat is neither height adjustable or lumber support...

Tags: ride comfort back problems owning consumer advice
Volvo Honda C30 2010 - 2013 Civic Tourer 2014 on

What new small car would you recommend to replace our Qashqai?

We have a Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel automatic which will have to go shortly when the warranty expires due to many reliability issues. We want to downsize...

Tags: fuel economy downsizing small cars buying advice
Toyota Honda Mazda Yaris 2011 on Jazz 2015 on 2 2015 on

What's the most comfortable car you could recommend?

I'm 69 with arthritis and sensitivity to vibration. I need a very comfortable ride/seat with a high seating position. My comfort standard is a Citroen...

Tags: comfortable cars ride comfort crossovers buying a new car buying and selling small suvs consumer advice
Citroen Honda C5 2008 - 2016 CR-V 2007 - 2012

Is there a good, small car for a learner driver that could also fit a wheelchair?

We are looking for a car that my 18 year old daughter can use (currently a learner driver) but must also accommodate her sister's wheelchair on occasion....

Tags: folding seats disabled access buying a new car buying and selling wheelchair learner drivers young drivers small cars new drivers consumer advice disabled passenger spacious
Honda Jazz 2015 on

What SUV/crossover will offer the most comfortable ride and best back support?

I want a new Crossover/SUV and it has to be a petrol automatic. I'm not concerned about handling or how fast it can go. I'm after a vehicle with the softest...

Tags: buying a new suv automatic suvs crossovers buying and selling suvs back problems consumer advice hybrid suvs petrol suvs
Honda Toyota Nissan CR-V 2012 on RAV4 2013 on Qashqai 2014 on

What used, reliable, family car would you recommend for under £10,000?

I need to buy a used, reliable, automatic family car for under £10,000 as soon as possible. What would you recommend and where is best to purchase from?

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Honda Civic 2012 - 2017