Ultra economical automatic for a high mileage driver?

I do 33,000 miles pa mainly on my 110 mile per day commute along fast A roads and dual carriageway. I have a poorly left knee and am six foot tall with long legs so need a comfortable automatic. I am...

Should we buy a RAV4 or an XC60?

My husband and I have now retired at the age of 70 and would like your opinion on these two used vehicles, either of which will be the last we purchase: the Toyota RAV4 petrol or the Volvo XC60 Volvo petrol....

How hard does the turbo work under normal driving conditions?

You quite rightly advocate running a turbocharged engine at idle for a minute or so after a vigorous run in order for the turbo to 'cool off', and my last car (Toyota Yaris Diesel - bought on your recommendation...

Which hatchback for short journeys?

I drive 8000 to 9000 miles per year, mostly shortish distances. I have to replace my Honda Accord diesel. I would like a 4-door saloon or hatchback, petrol at about £10,000 without trade-in, not more than...

Toyota extended my warranty after replacing the engine in my RAV4.

I bought my 2007 Toyota RAV4 new with a three-year warranty. It has always been serviced at a Toyota dealer and after its five year 50,000 mile service in December 2012 I was told that there was a problem...

Which used automatic for £7000?

I am looking to but a used automatic hatch-back car in the range of £5000-7000 for my small family of three. I have few options in my mind as listed below. Would you please help me decide? Options in...

High mileage hybrids optimum time to change ?

Have 3 year old Prius which have had from new and has done 80k - should I change now or keep for another 2 to 3 years ?

Replacing a Prius - what with?

My Prius will be 5 years old in May (55,000 miles). I am very keen on low emissions and enjoy an auto gearbox. I am thinking of changing it this year. I would be grateful if you could advise current...

My Corolla Verso has had repeated faults - can I demand a full refund?

I bought a Toyota Corolla Verso from a garage at the end of August 2012. Since buying the car I have had numerous problems with it, ranging from electric windows not working to malfunctions of the brakes...

Why aren't winter tyres made compulsory in Britain?

This year, for the first time I have fitted winter tyres to my Avensis. They are very impressive on snow, but also, as reported recently in Motoring Telegraph, significantly improve grip and stopping distances...