What can I replace my Toyota RAV4 with that offers better fuel economy?

The home of my family necessitates me travelling over the Pennines on the A66 from Co. Durham often, including in the winter. I have a 5-year-old 4WD Toyota RAV4 which I love, but its petrol consumption...

Can I clarify how radio interference affects the keyless entry systems in cars such as the Toyota RAV4?

I've just read the item titled "Wave machine", and can provide you with a bit of clarification on the matter. The keyless entry and ignition system in the Toyota RAV4 will probably use a small radio frequency...

Economical comfy motorway cruiser

I will be averaging about 20,000 miles an year in the foreseeable future commuting to work on the M40(70 miles round trip). Preferably need an automatic as left knee is dodgy post surgery. Current car...

Buying a retirement car

We'd like to replace our Renault Scenic for our reritement. Which would you recommend Honda Jazz or Toyota Verso? Need a high driving position.

Could we postpone a full service on our Toyota Yaris due to its low mileage?

We have a 2009 Toyota Yaris with a mileage of only 2,400 on the clock after two years. The car received its first service at 1,023 miles. Although it would normally be due for a full service (quoted at...

Can you recommend a good replacement for our AWD Fiat Sedici?

My wife has a 5-year-old 1.6 petrol engined Fiat Sedici with 30,000 miles which has been an excellent buy with absolutely no running problems, just regular dealer servicing. It has proved to be economical...

Which MPV?

I would value your advice as to which car to buy - we have a Toyota Prius and a VW Touran, and are looking to replace the Touran with another MPV. Our current favourites are the Honda FR-V and the Toyota...

Seat height

We need a family car with a seat height of 26in/66cm for my wife with hip problem to access.

Diesel, Hybrid, or other?

I currently drive a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 SXI, I'm looking to get a new car and I'm keen to get the best economy possible. I'm not fussed about aesthetics. Even though I live in a City (cardiff) I commute...

Older and better

Back in 2002, the partner and I (both still working then), took your recommendation and bought a nearly new (7 miles on the clock) 52 plate Mk.I Toyota Yaris. We were very pleased with the car so, in...