Vibration nose from exhaust - what could it be?

I own a 2008 Toyota Avensis that has covered 30,000 miles. On tick over I get a vibrating noise from the exhaust; if I touch tailpipe with my foot or increase revs a little bit it goes away. I have replaced...

Can you recommend a new automatic?

I have a 2003 Honda Civic automatic that I want to change. I have difficulty using the automatic gearshifts, where you have to press a spring loaded 'latch' to move the shift into drive etc. Is there a...

Need an economical car for long journeys

I am considering purchasing a small/medium sized car that will be used for a daily commute of 50-miles on motorways. I am looking for reliability and economy. My budget is around £6000 and I am open to...

Does the warranty cover a failed battery in my Toyota Prius?

In March this year I bought a 2008 Toyota Prius from a main dealer who gave a 12-month warranty. In April and subsequently in May, the small 12 volt battery failed, requiring assistance to get into the...

Can you recommend a comfortable estate car which won't suffer any DPF problems?

We have two large dogs and moved from a 2007 1.9 auto diesel Golf estate to a 2010 Passat, but find the seats uncomfortable and are unhappy with the DPF. I note your diesel recommendations and wonder which...

Which safe, cheap-to-insure car for my 18-year-old son?

My 18-year-old son has decided to take up driving lessons and will eventually have a car of his own. What would you recommend as his first car? My issue is obviously insurance costs but more importantly...

Does my car have a DPF fitted?

Can you tell me if the Toyota Avensis T27 2.2 D-4D has a diesel particulate filter?

Throttle body fault with Toyota Yaris

I own a 2007 Toyota Yaris. A few weeks ago the car lost power. I had a diagnostics test, resulting in a P0120 fault, which suggested replacing the throttle body for a whopping £1000. The car has only done...

Buying a car with the lowest running costs - which is best?

I need to buy a car with low running costs, but which is still comfortable for long journeys. I am also a little picky on style, but the running costs are my main priority. I know the Toyota Aygo is...

Buying my first car

What's the best first five door car to buy? I want one that doesn't look too old or unattractive, but isn't extremely expensive to run.