Is my Venga's engine run in?

I bought a brand new Kia Venga 1.4 ecodynamics petrol at the end of October 2012 and have driven just over 3500 miles, mostly short trips but including one from Kent to North Yorkshire and return. I...

Changing the engine - what legalities?

I have been told I need a new short block in my Kia Picanto. Yesterday a man from a breakers yard recommended that I change the whole engine rather than part of it as in the long run it is less complicated....

Can I reject a car over poor fuel economy?

In March 2013 I took delivery of a Kia Rio as part of the NHS lease scheme. This was chosen based on the fuel economy info from Kia and the lease company appointed by the NHS. However, since driving the...

Is there a difference between French and UK pump fuels which can affect fuel economy?

I was interested to read your comments about the KIA Sorento. Two years ago I took delivery of a new KX3 2.2D and the following day started a journey to the south of France. While it was running on UK...

Can you recommend a fun, stylish car for under £20,000?

I wrote off my 9-year-old BMW 330i and am trying to decide what to replace it with. My husband is fixated on Mercedes-Benzs or BMWs and so I have considered a CLK. Part of me feels that I don't need something...

Can I buy a diesel automatic crossover without fear of DPF problems?

I am about to retire and looking to buy a crossover, but am put off by all the dealers telling me I have to do at least 15,000 miles per year if I want a diesel. I do 10,000 miles. I also have driven automatics...

What can I replace my Honda Accord with that offers more space for passengers in the back?

I own a Honda Accord 2.2i-DTEC 150 automatic, first registered in March 2012. To date it has covered 12,250 miles with an average consumption of 44.4 mpg according to my accurate calculations, though the...

What do you think of the Renault Laguna Coupe?

I drive a 1999 Toyota Celica, which I love and have owned for eight years with no major problems at all. I feel however, that I would like something a little more up-to-date. I still want a coupe or a...

Recommend an SUV for local use in the Alps and for occasional long journeys?

My daughter lives permanently in a high ski resort in the French Alps (Val d'Isere) and needs a four wheel drive (obviously with winter tyres as well) for use by her and husband and three young children...

Can you recommend a 4x4 for carrying items to mainland Europe?

We require a 4x4 (either permanent or selectable) to carry household and other items to and from mainland Europe. New or secondhand. Our mileage is around 15,000 per annum, mainly longer journeys, and...