My 2009 Mazda CX-7 has covered 60,000 miles - am I likely to run into issues with the timing chain?

I've just discovered that the 2009 Mazda CX-7 I've owned for over 6 years has a timing chain rather than cam belt. It's covered 60,000 miles and I'm now worried that issues with the chain, the VVT or turbo...

Should I replace my diesel Nissan Qashqai with a petrol or hybrid alternative?

My NHS lease car is due for replacement soon. I drive a diesel Nissan Qashqai 1.5, mainly on A and B roads in Devon, up to 17,000 miles a year. With uncertainty around diesels being taxed more in the future,...

Why does the power steering on my wife's Mazda 6 fail when she starts the car?

My wife's Mazda 6 Tourer has had the power steering fail, which happens after she starts the engine and can only be resolved by restarting the car. Have you heard of other owners with the same problems....

How do I clean green mould off of my Mazda MX5 soft top?

How do I clean green mould off of my soft top?

For £20,000, should I get a petrol driven Mazda 4x4?

I have £20,000 to spend on a small 4x4. What do you suggest I get? I like the petrol driven Mazda.

Should I get a Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost or 1.6 petrol Powershift?

I'm considering a new/used Ford Fiesta Powershift but my local independent garage (very experienced and trustworthy) has warned me off the 1.0 Ecoboost engine as he has seen a number of failures. He says...

Which is the better engine, the Kia Kappa 1.0 turbo or the Mazda Skyactiv 1.5?

I'm used to driving a small diesel but I now want to change to a small petrol car. I'm looking at the Kia/Hyundai 1.0 turbo engine in the Kia Rio, they seem to be high torque (171Nm kicking in from 1500...

What sporty, 5-door, reliable cars could you recommend?

Our 12 year old Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback has done 100,000 miles, so will be going, and we need a third car to back up our Ford S-Max 2.0 Ecoboost and Porsche Cayman GTS. The front runner is a Mazda 3...

What is the best economical SUV for £12,000?

We will be looking for a family SUV around April/May and can spend up to £12,000. Will prices come down after the new reg in March? Also, with the crackdown on diesel, should we be looking at petrol? Our...

Is £300 for paint and upholstery protection on my new Mazda 3 a good deal?

I've just ordered a new Mazda 3 2.0 in silver. The dealer offered me Safegard paint and upholstery (cloth seats) protection for £300. I've never had this done before since I look after my cars. I have...