Climate changed

Our son and daughter in law live in a very rural area and run 2 Toyota Avensis, about 8 years old. Both cars have and continue to do all that is required except this winter the snow has caused huge delays...

Stopper

I purchased a new Toyota Prius in July 2008. My driveway is on an upward incline. When I apply the parking brake, select 'Park' and turn off the ignition the car rolls back - approximately 1/2 a road-wheel...

Gear stickler

I am considering downsizing. Do you regard the 2010 model Toyota Yaris auto a best buy or do you recommend something else?

Out of order

I have a friend who has ordered a new Prius for delivery at the beginning of March. They are concerned over the braking issue and are considering cancelling their order. Do you consider the braking issue...

Okay, Yar

My wife is in the process of changing car and she has driven both the Toyota Yaris 1.3 5 door and the Honda Jazz 1.4 both new. She is using the scrappage scheme and although the Toyota is the best deal...

Depo man

I placed a deposit for £1,000 in December 2009 for purchase of a new Toyota Prius from a UK main Toyota dealer. The anticipated delivery date was 1st March 2010. Naturally I was somewhat apprehensive when...

Clean Simplicity?

My wife, Carol, wants to buy an all-electric car, a four/five-seater hatchback, with a decent range. What can you recommend please? Do you think all-electric cars are all that green? What about all...

2 into 4

I am thinking of trading in a 57 Mondeo (10k miles) for a smaller 4x4 with good reliability and good performance and road holding. Suggestions would be welcome.

In the right Kia

I am looking at the KIA Sportage (not sure if I will go for 4WD since don't do off road but it might be better if we get bad winters). The 7-year warranty is one major factor in looking seriously at this...

Well and truly over

I have tried a Vauxhall Agila to replace my 1995 Rover 114GSI. OK. Next a Suzuki Splash, which I have read is better. But if I look over £10k-£13k, is there anything else small, firm ride, manual and reliable...