Should I buy a Jaguar XF or a Skoda Superb as a private hire vehicle?

I am struggling to decide which car to purchase for use as a private hire taxi: a 2016 Jaguar XF 2.0 Portfolio or a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive DSG. I will be averaging 100-plus miles per day,...

Haldex 4WD oil change intervals - is mileage or age more important?

I have an 11 year old Skoda Yeti 4wd with 78,000 miles on the clock. The last Haldex oil change was three years ago at 59,000 miles. I was advised to change the oil either at three years or 30,000 miles,...

Can you suggest an alternative to the Volkswagen Golf Estate?

I would like to buy a used Volkswagen Golf Estate but a low mileage, petrol automatic is £16,000-plus. Just outside my price range. Can you suggest one or two alternative similar cars which might fit the...

Can I fit run-flat tyres to my Skoda Kamiq?

I am buying a Skoda Kamiq 1.5 TSI SE, which comes with a tyre repair kit, which I would not be happy with. If I fit run flat tyres, will it need different pressure sensors and what size tyre should be...

Can you recommend a Skoda Yeti replacement?

What should I buy (new) to replace our wonderful Skoda Yeti? We want a similar, small SUV (4WD not necessary), a high seat (like the Yeti), comfortable and reliable, with a good performance and fuel consumption....

Can you recommend a comfortable small SUV?

I want to buy a used hatchback or small SUV with the emphasis on comfort but with adequate performance. The biggest item I normally carry is a bicycle - my SEAT Leon FR is OK for size but the ride is anything...

Can I get a USB powered dash cam?

I have a Skoda Octavia that was registered in 2021. I want to install a dash cam but there is no 12V power source in the front of the car. There is a USB socket in the roof console near the rearview...

Is a used Skoda Fabia a good car?

I'm looking to buy a used Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI in SE L trim. The car is seven years old and has done 60,000 miles with two previous owners. It appears to have a full service history and is very clean and...

Can you recommend a dog-friendly small hatchback?

I currently have a Suzuki Swift. But as my car and dogs are getting older I need to replace it. What hatchback of a similar size would you recommend? It must have a low loading lip for my dogs to jump...

Can you suggest a replacement for my BMW 430i?

I currently drive a BMW 430i. I love the car but want to replace it with a performance hatchback with a good-sized boot and excellent road handling. As a minimum, it must cover 0-62mph in less than seven...