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Can I mix runflat and non-runflat tyres?

The front tyres on my 2022 BMW 118i will soon need replacing (225/40 R18 Y XL). Does anyone make all season run flat tyres and would be it ok just to have...

Can you get breakdown cover for two cars?

My wife and I both still drive and each own our own car. We are 'getting on a bit' in years but are keen to carry on driving while we feel safe to do...

Are batteries wear and tear items?

I purchased a 20 plate BMW 330e in July 2023 from Motorpoint. Upon purchasing the car I opted for the additional warranty, and cited that I wanted to be...

I asked for a speed awareness course but have been given three points and a fine - what can I do?

I was caught doing 35mph in a 3mph zone. I opted to take the speed awareness course but have received letter stating I have to pay a fine of £100 pounds...

How long do I have to pay premium tax?

Currently my road fund licence is £600,00 per annum how many years will I have to pay this high rate of road tax for? Does it fall to the normal level...

Which car should I use to tow?

I have a choice of putting a tow bar on either my Kia Niro or Leaf e+. Which would you recommend and what type of tow bar?

I was fined at an airport drop off - should I appeal?

I have recently dropped a friend off at Newcastle International Airport & used their Short Stay Car Park 2 which gives the first 15 minutes free. On attempting...

Do I need to increase tyre pressures in cold weather?.

I inflate my Qashqai tyres to the recommended level but on a cold morning they start 3 or 4 psi below this for at least 10 miles. Should I compensate and...

Should I fit new tyres to the front or the back?

Should two new tyres go on the front or back of the car?

Why does my handbrake stick on?

Why does my daughter’s VW Up’s handbrake sometimes stick on? It’s been to the garage multiple times and had most parts replaced. The garage is unable to...

What happens to premium rate VED once my car is six years old?

I bought and taxed my car in Jan 2024. It was first registered in May 2019, and had a list price above £40k so for 2024 I paid the additonal tax rate. Since...

I'm a driving instructor - do I need to tell my insurer about someone hitting my instructor car?

I notice in a recent response that you stated that incidents/claims count against the driver. I am an ADI and last year there were two incidents when my...

Is Cataclean safe for my car?

Please can you tell me if Cataclean is safe to use on my car ? I have suspected problem with the catalytic converter. I don’t want to risk blocking anything...

How can I protect my car from the elements?

I am lucky enough to own a Porsche Cayman S which I normally SORN for approximately 5 months over the winter period. I am about to move & although the...

What used premium SUV do you recommend I buy?

I am looking to buy a used premium SUV so it has some latest spec like digital display, cruise control, auto speed limit etc. I wanted to buy a 3 to 4...