Small fault, possibly large bill, who should pay?

My Toyota 2008 25000miles bought from independent dealer 1st Sept 2011 We had a problem with our 2008 Yaris 1.3 SR within the 1st week of ownership and under 30 miles covered. The engine malfunction...

Buying a new, efficient petrol 4x4

Buying New 4x4 (not 4x2 version) but it will only cover 3000 miles/per annum. As all modern diesels have DPFs we can't have a diesel, so besides Suzuki Grand Vitara & Kia Sportage, what else? Unless someone...

Car for 17-year-old girl

I'm looking for a small, reliable secondhand car for a female teenager (17) to buy and insure.

Which German offroader?

I am from Pakistan.I am a regular vistor of your website and a great admirer of your expertise regarding cars. I am using Misubishi Lancer 1996 1.5, but now I am looking for a car to carry me, my wife...

Cross-manufacturer wheel compatibility.

Want to get a spare set of wheels for fitting winter tyres. Have the opportunity to purchase second hand Audi/VW/Skoda or Ford wheels, same tyre size (205/55 R16) and number of bolts (5) so can I presume...

Nearly new and cheap to run car

Myself and my partner currently both own Skoda Fabias. Mine is a 56 1.4 Petrol 16v and hers is a 57 1.3 Diesel (both high spec) but neither really do a lot of mileage and we could easily survive with one...

Petrol SUV - can you recommend one?

I drive approx 12K to 14K per annum, what petrol SUV can you recommend (comfort, reliability and good running costs are important)

K&N air filter

I'm thinking of fitting a K&N air filter to my Toyota Auris 1.6 petrol manual 2008. Would it improve performance, affect fuel economy, or affect my insurance?

Buying a new used car car for my 20k a year commute

I drive 20k miles a year, on a good mix of motorway and urban routes. I commute in heavy traffic and need a car that meets lots of criteria: Comfortable (cruise control, heated seats / wing mirrors, good...

Quiet, retyring person

I have a 2-year-old Toyota Prius hybrid car and I find the road noise on tarmac is quite high. The tyres fitted are Michelin Primacy 215/45R17. Can you suggest anything that will reduce the road noise...