Which comfortable, petrol-engined manual car to replace our Rover 75?

We are about to dispose of our treasured Rover 75 and downsize. We're thinking of replacing it with a Vauxhall Astra or similar. As we are in our 70s comfort as well as economy is important and we would...

What's a good small van for town?

I need a good van for deliveries in town, so it needs to be small and easy to park, but I don't really want to use a car in case people see inside. I don't know where to start?!

My used car is nothing but trouble

I bought a car from a second hand car dealer at the end of September 2012. Since then it has developed numerous faults which I have had to take to a garage to get repaired under warranty, apart from the...

What new Motability car?

We will be changing our Motability car soon and my husband needs a car that is higher up for easy access. We have a Bipper Teepee at the moment and wouldn't have another, can you recommend alternatives?

Buying a new Zafira - should I worry about my DPF?

We have decided to change our Zafira GSI and have just ordered a Zafira Tourer 2.0 CDTI. I read your column at the weekend and the diesel particulate issue cropped up, causing me great concern around £2000...

Which MPV features fold-flat rear seats?

I have a 2003 Zafira, which I’ve owned from new. It has been quite reliable and, apart from the price, I would change it for a new one. I have recently retired and so now go fishing quite often. My rods...

Does the tyre manufacturer have any responsibility for a tyre failure?

I drive a 2010 Vauxhall Corsa. Last month, whilst driving at a moderate 60mph on a major dual carriageway, I experienced what I would describe as a tyre blowout on the rear driver’s side. I managed to...

Why is VOSA not interested in faulty horns on Vauxhall Astras?

On 15 April 2011 I purchased, for my wife's use, a 2007 Astra Club 1.4 Estate from a local garage with only 15,813 miles on the clock. We like the car, but a month or so after we bought it the horn began...

Why can't I get tyres for my Vauxhall Astra GTC?

I bought my Vauxhall Astra GTC new on the launch date. Its 19-inch wheels needed new front tyres at six months. The supplying dealer was unable to obtain tyres for the car due to the peculiar size of 235/45R19...

Which small automatic for my mother-in-law?

I need to buy a new small automatic for my mother-in-law. She currently drives a 2004 automatic Corsa. I have no idea about automatics and have about three days over Christmas to get the new car. Which...