Are automatically locking doors dangerous in the event of an accident?

My Kia Sportage doors automatically lock once moving. The doors unlock when the engine stops and key removed. Would this not prove dangerous if in an accident and driver and passengers needed rescuing?

What economical, practical vehicle comes with a long warranty?

I'm hoping for advice on the best new economical and practical vehicle to buy with a long warranty. Or perhaps advice on the best secondhand model for my needs as an older female drive. My ideal car/van...

What automatic is the better buy - the Kia Picanto or Kia Venga?

I'm looking to buy a car with an automatic gearbox and am willing to spend around £5000 - £6000. From what I saw on the internet, my two options with low mileage are the 2012 Kia Picanto 1.25 or the Kia...

Would an electric car cope with hilly terrain?

We currently have a Honda Jazz CVT. My my wife, who has limited mobility, really likes it. However, we feel that with the type of motoring that we do, journeys up to about 25 miles from home, that an electric...

What are the mpg and ride quality of hybrid vehicles on very long drives?

We own and run a 2013 Kia Sportage II 1.7, but because of changing lifestyles it rarely gets to stretch its legs. We love the high driving position and our travel is now a 24 mile daily round trip for...

Can you recommend a car with good fuel economy on a budget of £6000?

I do approximately 20,000 miles per year, of which the majority is motorway driving. Can you recommend a car with good fuel economy on a budget of £6000?

What prestige SUV do you recommend for comfort, safety and space?

I'm thinking of getting an upmarket SUV and I'm open to your recommendations. Something like an Audi Q5 or Lexus RX450h, or similar that is a couple of years old might suit. I've never driven an SUV before...

Will the Kia Sorento take three child seats?

I currently drive a 2014 Kia Sportage and am very happy with it. Looks like we'll need to fit three child seats in the car soon, so the logical choice is the bigger Kia, the new shape Sorento, due to the...

What reliable and economical secondhand automatic would you recommend for a family?

I'm planning to buy a secondhand family automatic car under £7000. Can you kindly advise any reliable and economical automatic cars?

Are Hyundai liable to pay for a new engine on my 2011 Santa Fe?

My 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, 125,000 miles, recently suffered catastrophic engine failure. Around 18 months ago, a new engine was fitted under guarantee. The cost of a replacement engine is higher than the...