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I am considering buying a Toyota Yaris. I've never owned a hybrid before and I'm concerned I will be hit with unexpected costs during ownership. It's 2...

Is it safer to drive in the middle lane of a motorway?

I am aware of the law around overtaking on a motorway but would like to know if your correspondence that complained about ‘middle lane hoggers’ is referring...

How should an MHEV operate?

My Kia Sportage ('74 plate 1600 petrol GTLine MHEV) has a display option which shows when the 48v battery is charging but never indicates when the battery...

My car has some expensive maintenance bills this year - should I sell or keep it?

I own a 2019 Citroen C4 Cactus with 50k miles. This year it will need a new cam belt/water pump, full service, back and front pads and discs and possibly...

How can I challenge a speeding fine?

I've received a ticket for doing 36mph in a 30mph. I'm so careful about speed and I don't think my speed has been measured accurately. Would you please...

Will fitting a dashcam to an EV reduce the range?

We've recently bought a Toyota Bz4x electric car and I'm wondering how much effect on the range running a dash cam will have?

Why has the alarm on my Rover 75 started beeping?

For some time my Rover 75 alarm will frequently beep when turning off or getting out. Now the remote un/locking isn't working. Can you tell me whether...

Where can I find information about a 1924 Morgan?

I'm now the owner from a 1924 Morgan Standard Popular. Where can I find information about this car?

Are cambelts covered under warranty?

If the cam belt breaks while I am driving away from the garage am I covered by the warranty?

How can I prevent rodent damage to the wiring of my car?

We have a Honda Jazz hybrid. It has soy based wiring which has twice in a year been eaten by rodents. Currently in for £4k worth of repair! We don't want...

MGRV8, XJS Convertible or TVR Chimera?

I am looking for a British modern classic convertible. I love a classy looking car for Goodwood days etc. I have whittled it down to the MGRV8, Jaguar...

Should I change the cambelt on my Ford EcoBoost engine early?

I have a 2019 Ford Fiesta Ecoboost which I bought 2 years ago at 53,000 miles. I asked the dealer to change the cambelt but they said it wouldn't need...

What sensible car for £10k do you suggest?

I'm coming up to retirement very shortly and I need to buy a "sensible" car. I currently have a Nissan Elgrand 3.5 litre and a 3.0i BMW X5. I need to be...

Are alloy wheel rim protectors any good?

My MINI JCW puts a smile on my face every time I get in it - the only downside are its wheels. The alloy's are dished, like the bottom of a dinner plate...

What's best to buy now - diesel, petrol or hybrid?

We've always bought diesel cars as they do many miles, good MPG etc. We are looking at replacing our car - what's best to buy now diesel, petrol or hybrid? We...