Can I fit 16-inch wheels to my Zafira for a softer ride?

My new Zafira Tourer comes on 17-inch wheels rather than 16-inch as on my Zafira B. If I wanted a softer ride, would 16-inch be ok on the Tourer? On the web seems it seems they are available but not in...

OEM DPF not fit for purpose

I have recently had the diesel particulate filter replaced on my 2008 Vauxhall Zafira, which has covered 50,000 miles. The DPF was diagnosed as being blocked and was replaced at my local garage with a...

Easytronic gearbox fault

I recently sought your advice regarding my Vauxhall Corsa 2001 Easytronic. The problem is that it drives quite well but will suddenly lose power and come to a standstill, with an F displayed on the dash....

Should we order our new Vauxhall Mokka with 18-inch wheels?

We have ordered a Vauxhall Mokka SE and are a bit surprised at the four month waiting list. You regularly comment on the size of tyres and comfort of ride. The SE comes with 18-inch wheels. Should we ask...

Persistent ECU fault on my Corsa

I have a Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 Diesel 09 reg. I bought it from Evans Halshaw and it came with a three month warranty which has now expired. The problem I have been having is a persistent ECU fault. I took...

I specified cruise control on my new Vauxhall Zafira but didn't get it - what should I do?

I purchased a Zafira on April 15 2013. The dealer specification described the vehicle has having cruise control, however when I returned home I discovered no cruise control on the car. I went back to the...

Meriva diesel or petrol?

I'm planning on a new car and have narrowed the decision to the Meriva. Considering that we mostly drive around town and quite less on motorways or open roads and that we do around 7000 miles a year: Should...

Buying compact MPVs

I have a family with two babies, (two years old and a ewborn). We mostly drive around town with the occasional weekend trip, around 7000 miles a year. We like the Ford C-MAX 1.0 EcoBoost or the Vauxhall...

Buying a compact MPV?

We are looking for a new car to fit two adults and two babies (newborn and two years old). Would like a decent boot (around 400 litres) and we mostly drive short runs (to and from work / kindergarden)...

Elderly couple seek small car

My wife and I have moved to a retirement home and the time has come to exchange our Volvo V70 for a smaller car. We don't cover many miles and it must be easy to get in and out of. An automatic petrol...