Buying used 4x4 for a vet - what would you recommend?

My daughter needs advice about replacing her ancient and increasingly unreliable Freelander. As an equine vet she drives about 30,000 miles a year on main roads, country lanes and rough farm tracks,...

Can you recommend a short wheelbase car with good ground clearance?

I currently drive a 2005 Toyota Avensis which I now find is too large. I am looking for a shorter wheelbase car which also stands higher off the ground because I need to be able to get in and out more...

Horsa for Corsa

My daughter owns a 2004 Vauxhall Corsa which has done sterling service on her horrendous commute to work for the last few years. Only 18 miles round trip (Sydenham to Battersea), but it involves all of...

Car for 18-year-old son

I wondered what the best car would be and how much it would be to insure for my 18 year old son. He he passed his test 2 days after his 17th and has also got an HGV licence. I would like one (doesn't...

Winter tyres for an SX4

I have a Suzuki SX4 4Grip. Are a set of winter tyres worth the money (£400-£500) and if so which should I fit?

New 4x4s?

We have an old Suzuki Vitara for local and off-road use (which it does lots of) and we've been really pleased with it. We need another car for some commuting and longer runs but we live at the end of...

Buying a family car

Our Nissan X-Trail (02) may be on the way out. We have 2 children and a dog and live in the Brecon Beacons. We need a good reliable car that does more mpg than our current X-Trail Sport. We need something...

Winter tyres or a Jimny?

My wife is about to start a new job that involves a 36 mile round commute mostly on very narrow country lanes. She is very concerned over the winter driving due to icy conditions - very few of the roads...

Buying New Smaller car

My current car is a Subaru Legacy 2.0Ds, replacing a previous 2.5i Leagacy Tourer. I find current Legacy very boring & not as exciting as previous in enjoyment, looks & ownership experience. I'm looking...

High riding, economical car

Please could you advise me of any cars out there that have a higher than average ride height, are economical, and have a decent track record. I have about £7500. A recommendation would also be helpful.