The rear seats on my Avensis feel too tight?

The rear seatbelts on our owned from new Avensis do not allow general movement in use unlike the front seatbelts. Once set the belt tightens with passenger movement but will not release no matter how...

Why do Toyota have so many recalls?

I am curious about the Toyota recalls. What about your ideas? Does the Verso 1.6i not have any problem? And what about turbo engines?

Which SUV to carry dogs and handle off-road driving?

I need an SUV to take two humans and three dogs on regular trips up and down the motorway to Devon (190 miles each way) and capable of driving on windy Devon roads, off-road tracks etc. Ideally something...

Why are Toyota's mpg figures so far removed from reality?

It can surely be little short of misleading to promote the Toyota Prius based on one particular quality, which, in real life, will never be displayed or achieved. I would reiterate that I am happy with...

Which car to replace my Peugeot 307?

At the moment I have a 56 plate Peugeot 307 diesel and do only about 5000 to 6000 miles a year. I am retired, 68, looking for something economical with five doors, petrol or diesel?

Which car for a 30-mile commute and for my young son to drive?

My workplace is relocating shortly from its current position within walking distance of my home to a town 30 miles away. The commute will mostly involve a direct route on a dual carriageway except for...

Which small automatic car has low road tax?

I currently drive a Ford Fiesta Duratec dual auto/manual. Both my husband and I like this model and we are looking to renew this year. Unfortunately this model is not now being produced. Could you recommend...

Used car gearbox problem

I've just bought a 36,000 mile 2008 Yaris with a new clutch fitted. I have to be almost stopped before I can engage 1st and, when cold, 2nd is difficult and crunches. Is there a known problem with the...

Best used compact car

Can you advise the best used car for me to look for? I do a Monday-Friday 20 mile round trip commute to work and nursery, and need a small, economical and reliable car to get me there. It needs sufficient...

Buying an SUV (petrol v diesel?) – what would you recommend?

I have up to £30,000 to spend but have a dilemma - my annual mileage is very low (about 4,000) and includes a lot of very short journeys. I am torn between a used 3 litre diesel X5, which my wife prefers...