Buying a Medium hatchback torque-converter automatic

My 2012 Focus 1.6 Powershift is beset with problems that Ford is trying to solve (clutch judder, oil leaking on to plates, etc.) Can you recommend some alternative torque-converter (traditional) automatics...

Is the Mazda 6 a DPF nightmare?

I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 (2011 model). I love the car but have heard of a few DPF issues with this car. Did this model get improvements to the DPF or is there anything I should look for?

What's the best long distant cruiser for £20k?

We have a 2007 Citroen C4 VTR+ HDi hatchback and cover about 15,000 miles a year. We need to replace it with a comfortable car with reasonable carrying volume and a max width of 2000mm to go into a narrow...

Why is my spare wheel so small?

I bought a spare wheel and tyre for my Mazda 3. The normal tyres fitted are 205/60 R16 92V and the recommended temporary spare tyre is specified as T125/70 D16 96M. I knew that the temporary tyre was...

Can you recommend a reliable people carrier?

I want to buy a compact and reliable people carrier. Can you recommend a reliable model? I want to run it for 10 years.

How far will the MX-5 travel on a single tank of fuel?

I'm interested in buying a used (2006 onwards) Mazda MX-5 with a folding hard top. What sort of range does it have? Will I be able to do 300 miles per week without having to re-fuel?

Is the Mazda 5 a good car?

As a low mileage family seeking a new seven-seater, our choices appear to be limited (assuming we would be well advised to avoid a diesel engine). We were tempted by a Ford Grand C-Max but having waited...

Which fuel is best for the Mazda MX-5?

Having followed your advice, I this week purchased a 2010 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Sport Tech RC six-speed, which I am very happy with. The manual states to run it on premium unleaded - is there a particular fuel...

How much should I pay for a new Mazda 6?

I have been offered a brand new pre-registered Mazda 6 Sportnav for £21,000. Is this a good deal? The list price is £26,450.

Filled diesel car with petrol - what damage have I done?

My father-in-law recently filled his 2010 Mazda 6 diesel with petrol. After driving up the road, the car stopped and wouldn't restart. He was towed into a Mazda main dealer and the fuel has been drained....