Why does neither my household or motor insurance cover the theft of my spare car key?

Knowing that replacement car keys are expensive, when we bought our Honda Jazz in 2009 we decided to keep the spare key in our wall safe. Unfortunately in March this year we were burgled and the thieves,...

Is it worth having my Honda Civic's engine flushed for £33?

I booked my Honda Civic in for its first service since I bought it, mileage 13,000. I was asked if I wanted an engine flush for an extra £33. I asked what this was and was told they flush out all the oil...

Buying a small automatic 4x4

Hi I'm looking for a small automatic 4x4 which is capable of light off road driving (farm tracks, fields etc). I only drive 6000 miles a year, which is mainly local with a few long journeys. My budget...

Petrol or diesel?

I intend to buy a Honda CR-V (manual transmission), and keep it for 7+ years, doing 15k miles per year. Which is the better engine choice, petrol or diesel?

Changing to larger wheels

My car has factory fitted 15" alloy wheels. I was thinking of fitting 17" lower profile tyres - but the overall circumference of the wheel would be the same as the original. Do you think ride quality,...

Can you recommend a small, sport, comfortable car to replace my Mazda MX-5?

I am looking to replace my 2003 Mazda MX-5 convertible. Due to my ageing body I would like something more comfortable but still sporty. My annual mileage is low at 5000. I have just looked at the Honda...

Should I use the Honda Happiness Accident Assistance service in case of an accident with my new Honda Jazz?

I recently purchased a Honda Jazz 1.4 automatic, my second in a row and as you say ""a very nice little car”. In view of recent letters in your column, in the event of an accident, is it OK to contact...

I fitted all-terrain tyres to my Honda CR-V for use in snow, with excellent results.

I live in a remote Cornish village with many bends and steep slopes, and following a year or so of icy driving conditions in which my two wheel drive Honda Civic was frequently unable to negotiate our...

Can you recommend an SUV with lots of space for children and luggage?

Our dilemma is what SUV do we go for? We are contracting to one car as from early next year. My husband and I have a "must have" list which includes safe seating for four adults or two adults and three...

Judder when reversing up a slope in a Honda CR-V

I reverse my CR-V to the top of a 25 yard 1 in 8 slope at least once a day. On most occasions I am on the verge of juddering. If I use higher revs I get the smell of burning clutch. I have to reverse...