Can you recommend a small, automatic SUV?

I'm after a small, used SUV with an auto gearbox. I have a budget of £11,000 - £12,000. I'm doing 7000-8000 miles of mixed driving per year. So far I've narrowed it down to Suzuki Vitara, Skoda Yeti and...

Can I trickle charge a hybrid car?

You recommend trickle charging on a hybrid during self-isolation. We've got a Kia Niro, but I couldn't find visible battery terminals. Any idea where they are?

Can we afford an eco-friendly car?

We currently have a diesel Skoda Superb. We are looking to change it for the most eco-friendly car we can afford. The Superb is a 2016 model with about 40,000 miles on the clock so we have that to trade...

Is a normal hybrid or PHEV better for stop start driving in traffic?

I have a daily commute of approximately 14 miles each way in traffic. I am thinking of buying a hybrid - possibly a Kia Niro. Given the stop-start nature of the driving, what would be best, a self-charging...

Are there any Evoque-height EVs coming soon?

My wife's Range Rover Evoque was stolen last week. Her next car really ought to be all electric. She liked the height of the Evoque, a lot. She is short and very uncomfortable in my Tesla Model S. A Leaf...

What's the best used hybrid for around £18,000?

I'm looking for a used hybrid car for around £18,000. Which do you recommend for all-round performance, style, comfort and best value?

What small hybrid SUV do you suggest?

I'm looking for a petrol hybrid similar to a Toyota but more attractive and a mid sized small SUV. What is in the pipeline for next year? I currently have a Suzuki SX4. Any suggestions?

Should a spare wheel be smaller than the standard wheels?

I have a Kia Niro which I am taking to France this autumn and to France and Spain next spring. I don't wish to rely on the supplied tyre repair kit so have purchased online (not from Kia) a spare steel...

Do I need to change my driving technique if switching from a diesel to a hybrid?

Having driven diesel cars for the last 30 years, I am about to buy a Kia Niro Hybrid. Are there any differences in driving technique? Do I need to change the oil every six months as you advocate for a...

Is it wise to invest in a hybrid car when the battery technology is advancing so quickly?

I'm looking at buying a Kia Niro or Hyundai Ionic. However, I wonder if it's wise to buy a hybrid at present because any major development in battery technology will reduce resale value considerably. What...