Which sports coupe to replace a Celica?

My aunt, an advanced motorist in her sixties, is looking to replace her much-loved 42,000 mile, 2005 Toyota Celica 1.8. Her requirements are a front wheel drive coupe with a bit of performance and novel,...

Gearbox failure after 50,000 miles - should the dealer replace the gearbox?

I have a 2008 RenaultSport Megane 2.0DCI. It was bought at two years old from a Renault main dealer who has serviced it ever since. I have looked after it well. Last week when in for its 48,000 mile...

What is a good alternative to the discontinued Renault Modus?

I have been a loyal Renault driver for many years and recently decided to replace my current Modus 1.2 Dynamique with a new model, only to find that the Renault Modus has left the UK marketplace. I have...

Which front tyres for a 2007 Renault Laguna?

I have a 2007 Renault 2.0DCI Laguna which has Pirelli P7 tyres all round. I currently drive 10,000 miles a year on a mixture of roads. As I need to replace them to remain legal, I am wondering what tyres...

Rattle from a brand new Megane?

Just under two months ago, I took delivery of a brand-new 2012 Megane Hatchback. I've recently noticed a rather loud rattle that appears when closing the right rear door, and when driving over less-than...

Getting rid of a second car

My wife and I drive between us a 4 year old Clio Dynamique S (19,000miles) and a 3 year old Grand Vitara DDIS SZ5 (17,000Miles) used to tow our 1325kg MTPLM caravan. Since retirement our annual mileage...

Juddering transmission - what could it be?

I have a 1.6-litre Renault Megane auto which is regularly serviced. While out driving today, car started juddering as if being starved of petrol. First a warning that gearbox needed checking, followed...

Which new compact MPV offers comfort and luxury?

I would like to buy a compact MPV which is comfortable and practical with some luxury. I have been looking at the Citroen C3 Picasso, Ford C-Max, Mercedes-Benz B-Class, Peugeot 3008, Renault Scenic and...

Hybrid or diesel?

I am considering the Toyota Yaris Hybrid, but now I have just seen the New Clio (Wow) in dCI mode, which is the better car

Where can I buy winter tyres in summer?

I’ve been on winter tyres for the last five winters. My 1.5DCI Renault Modus is happily clocking 65mpg on my 90mile daily commute across the southern Yorkshire Dales on Kleber Krisalp tyres. I leave them...