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Should I declare an accident even if I didn't make a claim?

A is backing out of narrow lane to junction with main road. B is turning right into lane from main road with limited visibility. They collide. Details...

What's the best way to insure a learner driver?

I have bought a Fiat 500 for my 17 year old daughter to learn in. What is your advice for getting her insured on the car? Her own policy with me as a named...

How can I stop leaks on my convertible?

Can I use AT205 resealer on the external seals to stop leaks on my R230 Mercedes SL500?

I unknowingly sold a car that was a Cat S write off - where do I stand?

I bought a car and sold a car that I believed to be fine - I did the relevant vehicle check on Autotrader when buying and nothing untoward showed up. Now...

I bought an ex-police car at auction that had undisclosed faults - what are my rights?

I bought an ex-police car from Brightwells auctioneers. It was a BMW i3. I bought it online for £8870. No defects were disclosed. I noted when looking...

What comfortable and reliable hybrid do you recommend?

I have had my Lexus IS 300H since 2014 with trouble free motoring, should I change it which would car would you recommend for the same comfort? I don't...

Is an engine warning light an MoT fail on pre-2008 diesel cars?

Is an engine warning light an MoT fail on pre-2008 cars? As of 25 March 2019 the official reference for diesel engine date is no longer working and I cant...

When should I check the timing belt on my BMW?

When should the timing belt on a 2015 BMW 320d with 77,000 miles on the clock have the tensioner checked annually and adjusted?

Should I buy a PHEV, electric or petrol?

My existing car is 19 years old and needs replacing. At 2000 miles a year I think electric can be ruled out? PHEV - read this mileage might wear battery...

What are the options to cover the gap between returning a car PCP and availability of replacement?

The PCP on my i20 is up in December, I like the car and would like to get another on PCP and then eventually buy it, however there is a brand new i20 being...

Is the placement of the indicators on new Hyundai cars flawed?

Can I ask your opinion please on the indicators of the latest Hyundai cars? It seems to me that there is a serious design flaw on these new cars. The indicators...

Citroen says my cambelt should last 10 years, but it’s snapped at nine — is the dealer liable?

The cambelt has gone on our 2016 Citroen C4 Picasso. We bought it just over 7 months ago and the dealer at the time told me that they hadn't changed the...

Will 400V charging capability affect a car's efficiency and performance?

When the 800V electric Merc CLA250+ becomes available with 400V charging capability, will it come with compromises in terms of the cars efficiency and...

Should I get rid of my PHEV because it has been recalled?

I own a four year old Ford Kuga 2.5 PHEV ST-Line X Edition. I have just received a second recall notice from Ford relating to charging the battery. I am...

Will the new MoT regulations mean problems for heavier cars?

Todays MoT update article states garage vehicle lifts will be required to have a minimum s.w.l. of two tonnes. My mates Range Rover Sport hybrid is more...

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