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• Mitsubishi Shogun (2007 - ) - Considering.... 24 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  I am searching for up to date honest opinions on the new Shogun - 2007 3.2 TD Automatic. Comments on the reliability index are not encouraging(!) If not the Shogun -an alternative please, must have 4WD diesel and auto, to tow max 2000kg. Thanks.
• Honda FR-V 3+3 MPV (2004 - 2009) - FR-V auto - torque converter or I-Shift 5 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Can anyone confirm the type of gearbox in the FR-V automatic, HJ's car by car breakdown says torque converter and its O.K, the Parkers review says it's an automated manual and avoid. Are there any owners here to recommend or warn me off? This car seems to suit an automatic because of the seating layout and the tricky handbrake although I've only driven a manual so far.
• Vauxhall Vectra B (1995 - 1999) - 98 1.8 Automatic gearbox kickdown non operative 29 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  I have a 1998 Vaxhaull Vectra auto 1800cc. The problem is that since i had the l.p.g. system serviced, it was returned without the kickdown working. Since...
• Logic of Automatic selector gate 22 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  Having recently acquired an auto, not having driven one for some years, I have been wondering why the D and R positions in the gate seem to be the reverse...
• Insurance anomaly. 8 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  I have recently exchanged the Kia Magentis V6 manual (which will be a good buy for somebody) for a Hyundai Sonata V6 automatic. Now these are very similar cars, and I thought I might get a little off the insurance for changing to automatic. Not so, I have been asked for some more money. It occurred to me to look up the insurance groupings for a possible explanation, and I found that the Magentis is group 15 and the Sonata Group 14!
• Odd noise from Golf VR6 automatic 15 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  My MK3 Golf VR6 is making a sighing noise or whine when the auto box changes up at around 35mph. The noise reminds me of a slipping fanbelt, but always...
• can you stall an auto? 3 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Just curious on this one, is it possible to stall an automatic? I suppose not, as the torque convertor takes up the role of an automatic clutch. I ask this because several times I have forgotten to release the parking brake and drove off, I wonder if it really works!
• YET ANOTHER VIRUS. 27 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  it does not require the email receiver to open the attachment for it to execute. it uses a known vulnerability in Internet Explorer-based email clients (Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express) to automatically execute the file attachment. this is also known as Automatic Execution of Embedded MIME type. the way that i got rid of it was through www.antivirus.com and i used the free tools, then just click on the free scan.
• Cars with automatic gearboxes - ...fuel costs up, time to teach 'pulse and glide'? 18 Jul 2021 (Forum)
  Hypermilers in the USA with their ubiquitous automatics have long been familiar with this technique which I have used for many years.    Here is an extract from one of their forums dated June 2008....  Here is a little tid bit on a technique that was taught to me while I was in the military (ARMY) for all of 14 years.
• Vauxhall Astra H Estate, - Which car?(6 mth baby)safe,automatic,low insurance 17 Aug 2010 (Forum)
    Main consideration in selection are: a) Safety (most important - euro ncap 5) b) Low insurance  (4-6 group / 1.4-1.6 engine) since I have held  a license for only a few months c) Automatic (mainly for city driving) d) Approx 3 yr old / 30K /  from a network dealer for 5K but can go up to 7K  Based on these we short-listed Ford-Fusion but then realized that boot space was too small to hold pram.
• Which new diesel automatic? 5 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  Budget £18,000-£20,000 New or pre-reg with delivery mileage Diesel – we really like diesel so it would have to be a really compelling reason for us to change to petrol. Automatic or good automated manual. Must have options: Automatic Climate Control Alloys Xenon headlights Desirable options: Cruise control Parking sensors Powerfold mirrors Fog lights iPod connection No saloons, MPVs or drop tops No French, Italian or Korean manufacturers No huge wheels, low profile tyres or sports suspension Thanks in advance for any constructive comments.
• Gearbox type? 11 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  Hi all   Quick question what type of automatic gearbox does the Volvo XC40 have? 
• Honest John questions 30 Sep 2019 (Forum)
  Gob smacked at the advice What is the best automatic diesel car for taxi use please? Skoda Superb. Great value for money, practical and cheap to run. Also consider a Vauxhall Insignia or, if you'd prefer something a bit smaller, a Honda Civic. Awful advice The trade has avoided the superb due to the cheese made automatic and higher price and parts compared to the Rapid and Octavia The trade has avoided the Vauxhall Insignia is a complete dog The trade has avoided the Honda Civic as it’s not big enough and the estate is rare and expensive There have been quite a few bits of bad advice but this one is particularly bad 
• Mazda 2 automatic petrol 2016 - Interior trim 25 Aug 2018 (Forum)
  Very disappointed that the pivot bracket (right) to the parcel shelf has broken, car has bearly done 3000 miles. Inspecting the area feel this is a manufactuers...
• Chrysler Voyager 2007 2.8 CRD AUTOMATIC - Diesel Engine Cuting out when Power is applied 30 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Hi All,            My daughter bought a chrysler voyager about three weeks ago but over the easter...
• 2003 corsa 1.4 automatic 5dr hatch - auto box problem 9 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Hi The car drives fine no problems untill I stop say at a junction. When I go to pull away the box seems to drop itself into neutral but as soon...
• BMW X1 - X-drive 2012 - BMW automatic gearbox problem 12 Nov 2016 (Forum)
  Whilst recently parking I reversed to better align the car and came to a sudden halt. I thought I had hit something, but had not. The gearbox was stuck...
• ford mondeo mk 3 2000 automatic - gearbox problem 23 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  I cannot use the "D" position to start or at low speed as it will not engage low gears,only high revs.I can use the "1" and "2" positions and then move...
• '09 Toyota Avensis TR automatic petrol - Road noise from concrete road surfaces 28 Dec 2013 (Forum)
  On some concrete sections of the A12 in NE Essex and parts of the A14 near Ipswich in South Suffolk the Highway Authorities have machined a series of...
• vauxhall astra 1.8 automatic estate 2007 reg - petrol consumtion 27 Feb 2011 (Forum)
  As a long time occasional lurker and as I cannot find the answer elsewhere at the moment I would like to answer the following question.   My...