What family car do you recommend?

I am having to replace a 2015 Focus Ecoboost (wet-belt/clutch & turbo failure). I need something with enough room for 2 child seats in the back plus decent boot capacity. My budget is around £10k and have...

What's a reliable estate for around £10k?

I am looking for a reliable estate car under 10k that is ulez compliant as I live in bristol. Are there any you would recommend please?

Why have my rear tyres cracked after less than 4000 miles?

My Skoda Octavia has an MoT advisory that the 3 year old Cooper rear tyres are cracking between the treads which are still 5mm deep. What could be causing this and should I change them as I only do 4000...

How does the ACT system work on 1.5 litre VW vehicles?

I have a Skoda Octavia 1.5.TSI Evo ACT. These engines are fitted with ACT, meaning when at certain times the 4 cylinder engine reduces to running on 2 cylinders. Do you have any information when and at...

I need a car that is dog friendly to replace my Citroen C3 Picasso, what are my options?

I'm looking for a large boot, dog friendly 2nd hand replacement for my automatic Citroen C3 Picasso which is a 2015 version but starting to cost a lot in services. I live in rural Scotland so need something...

My car is missing its air filter inlet scoop, is this important?

I have just bought a 2019 Skoda Octavia 1.5 petrol and the air filter inlet scoop is missing, is it important?

I want an automatic car with good rear seat space, but should I steer clear of dual-clutch automatics?

Various reviews of automatic gearboxes has meant we are nervous about buying a car with a CVT or DSG? (double clutch) types. Can you give your views on these gearboxes? I am searching for petrol automatic,...

What's the best family car for £12,000?

I'm looking at buying a used car for a young family, so ideally a five-door with ample boot space for a pram, plus extra for holidaying at home. It must be petrol as mileage will be around 8000/year and...

Is it worth paying a bit more for a Euro 6 car?

I'm replacing a Skoda Octavia, preferably with another Skoda Octavia or similar. My budget is £10k. I'm thinking I should try and get a Euro 6, but there aren't that many in my price range, so I'm sort...

What should I replace my Ford Mondeo with?

I need to replace my Ford Mondeo. What would you recommend? I like the size of Mondeo and the performance mid range of the 2.2-litre diesel suits my driving which is mainly country roads with occasional...