When should I change the cam belt on my Volvo XC60?

My 2017 Volvo D4 XC60 is almost five years old, having done 38,000 miles. My local independent garage say that the schedule for the cam belt change is either 10 years or 90,000 miles. Great advice unless...

Should I reject a car without a full service history?

I am looking to buy a 2018/2019 Volvo V90 and have noticed that a large number of models from this period have incomplete service history with the first service not being carried out until around 34,000...

Volvo XC60 - cam belt or chain?

Has a Volvo XC60 D4 65 reg got a cam belt or chain drive? If it has a cam belt what mileage should it be changed at?

Are my tyres causing a problem with road noise?

I recently bought an early 2019 Volvo V90 T4 petrol estate. I am delighted with it in every way except I find the cabin noise just a bit higher than I would like on most road surfaces. The car came with...

How long should rear brake pads last?

I recently discovered my rear brake pads on my Volvo XC40 had worn down to the rivets at 37,000 miles, why is this? My fronts were only half worn.

ULEZ-compliant substitute for my Peugeot 406 estate?

I have a 1999 Peugeot 406 diesel estate. It has 160k miles on the clock and I bought it for £2000 12 years ago. The expansion of the London ULEZ means that I have to change it, I really don't want to,...

Should I use premium diesel for a Volvo V60?

I have a 2017 Volvo V60 D3 2.0-litre diesel. I am just wondering (given this is not a performance car) if there is any point paying the 10 per cent-plus premium for say Shell V-Power fuel over the standard...

Volvo XC40 - are 18- or 19-inch wheels best?

I have ordered a Volvo XC40 which is scheduled for delivery during the latter part of next month. Until recently, the ride quality of the XC40 was almost universally applauded by the motoring press. However,...

How do I navigate the minefield of buying cars?

My wife and I only have the one car now we’re both in our 70s and retired but fortunately fit and active. I do between three and four thousand miles per year, mainly short local trips plus three trips...

Can you recommend an electric car with a high seating position?

I own a Renault Zoe but would like to change to a car with a higher driving position. My wife has an Isuzu D-Max which is perfect for me. Does such a combination exist?