What do you recommend as the best car polish?

What do you recommend as the best car polish?

What tyres will give good grip and feel but also a better ride?

I have a 2016 Skoda Octavia vRS TSI owned from new, with 18k on the clock. The Bridgestone Potenza 225/40 R18 tyres have 2 or 3 mm tread left so will need replacing soon. I'd like to replace them with...

Is it legal to use a phone for navigation if it's on a dashboard phone holder?

My sat nav packed up so I've replaced it with an app on my phone. It's held on the dashboard in a phone holder. I've heard that it's unlawful to use a phone in this way. Is that correct?

Which car cover should I buy?

Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please?

What jump starter should we buy for our minibus?

My village charity group operates a Citroen Relay minibus. As a starting backup we would like to purchase a Battery Power Pack for emergency use should the vehicle battery become flat for any reason. ...

Which tyres do you recommend for a Mazda MX-5?

In the Telegraph on Saturday you recommended tyres for an MX-5. I have a 2008 2-litre version. I was thinking of fitting Michelin CrossClimate, or similar from Continental/others. Would you recommend this...

What immobiliser should we have fitted to our car to avoid keyless theft?

What immobiliser should we have fitted to our keyless ignition 2016 Honda Jazz?

Where can I get a Ford radio code from?

I'm looking for a Ford radio code for serial number V103659. Can you help?

We need a hybrid SUV to replace our family estate - what do you suggest?

Having three teenagers, one of whom plays the cello, we are looking for a replacement for our three-year-old Skoda Superb. The low down estate car has not helped my wife’s back problems and so we are looking...

How often do Ford Powershift gearboxes need an oil change?

I have a Ford Kuga with an automatic transmission that has covered 10,000 miles. Does the oil need changing soon as some suggest a range from 30000 miles to 100000 miles or every three to four years? Does...

What are the most effective anti-theft devices to stop my car from being stolen?

My next car will be kept on the drive at night. From a security point of view are some makes of car less prone to being stolen? Also, what are the most effective security measures/devices that can be applied/fitted...

How do I find the serial number for a Ford stereo?

How do I find the serial number for a Ford stereo? I have a radio/cassette in my 1998 Ford Ka and need to get a code.

What used car do you recommend for a 150 mile daily commute?

I travel 150 miles a day, up to four days a week and need a comfortable, highly economical car at an affordable price. My thinking is to get something about three years old, with about 30,000 miles on...

I need a space saver wheel for a 2009 BMW 330i - can you help?

I have a 330i BMW 2009 I took off the run flats but I need a space saver wheel what size do I need?

Are there any sound generators to mimic engine sounds on hybrids?

Are there any sound generators to mimic engine sounds on hybrids? I thought they were due to become compulsory this summer and I am frightened by how many pedestrians step out in front of me!

How much does the use of features like air con affect the range of an EV?

We are considering an EV and can install a charging point at home but public charging points are few and far between in our area. The manufacturers give ranges but we can not find the effects of the use...

What affordable small car would you suggest for a young couple with a baby?

My son and daughter in law will need a car to accommodate their new baby and kit. They are both six feet tall and live in a crowded city street so need a combination of internal room, modest external dimensions,...

Why do insurance companies ask for your place of birth?

Why do car insurance companies still ask where we were born in spite of obtaining a British passport? Can one say a lie and will the insurance be void?

How long do I need to drive at speed to get the DPF to regenerate?

I owned an Evoque that had issues with the DPF. But when a diesel flags up that the DPF needs a regen, how long time or distance wise do you have to get it on a motorway/dual carriageway before the fuel...

How much is a low mileage 1992 Rover Metro worth?

I have a 1992 Rover Metro bought from new that has only done 31,000 miles. I would like to get a valuation on it.

Can you recommend a petrol engined car with adequate power and torque for towing a 1200kg caravan?

Could you recommend a petrol engined car with adequate power and torque for towing a 1200kg caravan? It should have automatic torque converter transmission. My previous car was a Saab with a 2.3t engine...

Our new car doesn't have a CD player - can we fit one?

We have a 2019 Ford Focus which we are very pleased with, but we are disappointed that it's not fitted with a CD player. Is there aftermarket or adaptor that can be used to play our CDs?

I am retired and state this on my car insurance but I also do unpaid work as a magistrate - do I need to declare this?

I am retired and always state this when applying for car insurance. However, I am a magistrate which is unpaid work, not classified as a job but this entails driving to the courthouse maybe twice a month....

I bought a classic car described as 'immaculate' but it has many faults - can I return it and get a refund?

I bought a fully refurbished 1972 MGB Roadster seven days ago which was advertised as immaculate, in as new condition, mileometer reset to zero, essentially a new car. I have had a thorough independent...

I have £1000 to spend on my first classic car - what do you suggest I buy?

I have managed to save around £1000 and want to buy my first classic car to keep long term. I have always liked my Fords and while I really wanted a Mk5 Cortina, I have to be realistic. I would like your...

What cheap van should I get to convert into a camper?

I have £2000 to buy a small van to convert into a camper. I've seen on here that you only really suggest for that money a Ford Transit Connect. Would I be best to buy one of those or go for something much...

Where a car knocks into a bicycle on a public road is there a presumption of guilt against the motorist?

Where a car knocks into a bicycle on a public road is there a presumption of guilt against the motorist. My friend, who was cycling with a number of others from a bicycle club, pulled up at a crossroads...

Are there any odourless screenwashes on the market?

Most screenwashes come with a revolting perfume. Are there any odourless washes on the market?

What licence do I need to drive an Aixam or Microcar?

What licence do I need to drive an Aixam or Microcar? I was told I need a provisional licence and a CBT. And where can I find one?

My car has been deemed a Cat N but I want to keep it as my husband bought it before he died?

My car has been deemed a Cat N (uneconomical to repair) but I want to keep my car as my husband bought it before he died. I have been told my excess and salvage cost will be deducted from the settlement...

I bought a car at auction but have discovered it has been clocked - where do I stand?

I have won a car at auction. Before making payment to the auction company I checked the car history and found that the car has been clocked. The original mileage from the last MoT shows 135,000 miles but...

Can I tow a trailer tent or fold up caravan with my Toyota Hybrid?

Can I tow a trailer tent or fold up caravan with my Toyota Hybrid?

How can I clean bee droppings from my car paintwork?

I keep bees and have an ongoing problem of cleaning the bee droppings off the paintwork of my black (should have thought it through!) BMW X3. It's quite easy to pick off the dried up droppings with fingernails...

I have received £8500 fines for driving in a congestion zone in Italy - what do I do?

I have received a bunch of fines for driving in a ZTL (congestion zone) in Italy. I am aware that by law Italy can take a year to deliver the fines. Will they sell my debt to an international recovery...

How long will the battery last on a used EV?

Buying a second-hand electric car seems to be tricky. How do you know how long the battery will last? What other things would need looking at?

My local dealer charged me for work that wasn't done - what can I do?

My local Subaru dealer recently charged me £400 to replace the spark plugs on my 2005 Forester. They charged three hours labour as they reckoned the plugs were seized. The car was still idling badly so...

Can I change the classification of my crew van from N1 to M1?

I have a 2010 Vauxhall Combo crew van with five fixed seats, five doors and four side windows plus front and full rear windscreens. The payload is 1995kg. The main use of the vehicle is for work (travel...

I've always understood that motorway X signs surrounded by a red ring are mandatory - but what if there's no red ring?

I've always understood that motorway X signs surrounded by a red ring are mandatory, so if you don't obey them, you deserve what you get. However, I have also seen these signs without the red ring around...

What fun car with four seats can I get for around £17,000?

I am looking to buy a car between £15k and £17k that's fun to drive, sporty, good looking and practical with four seats. Any suggestions?

Are prices for the 'new' Beetle likely to increase now they no longer make it?

I have a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle. I am looking to buy a new car but as you can't buy Beetles anymore, is it worth hanging onto it for a while to sell it for more in the future?

Are illegal number plates picked up by ANPR cameras?

I know that number plates that will not pass an MoT are illegal, but will they be picked up on ANPR cameras like the new automatic fine for driving in a lane with a red X. There are some that I've seen...

Is it too early to buy an EV or better to wait until prices come down?

Is it too early to buy an EV? Or better to wait a while for prices (hopefully) to come down and any initial problems to be ironed out?

What's the best speed trap/camera detector and is there a product that will detect and warn about speed limits on the move?

Could you please advise on the best speed trap/camera detector and a product that will detect and warn about speed limits on the move?

Could a cheap second-hand EV ever exist given the limited battery pack life?

My most recent purchase was a three-year-old Skoda which cost just under £7000. I'd love to replace it at some point with an EV but I don't see how the same sort of second-hand price bracket could exist....

Am I covered to drive a friend's car from France back to the UK?

A friend who I am visiting soon in France wants me to drive his originally registered RHD car back to the UK for sale. It's now registered in France with full insurance and their equivalent of an MoT....

Once a car has been written off - how long can you hold onto a hire car for?

Once a car is deemed a total loss can your hire car instantly be taken back without an offer of settlement or even any acknowledgement from the insurance company?

I bought a used SEAT that I discovered had the emissions fix - can I return it?

I have just bought a 2014 SEAT Alhambra from a franchised dealer. Just after the deal was done I found, on the discovery of a 'complementary Adblue' record (gesture of goodwill following re-map), that...

How do insurance companies calculate the value of a write off?

On what basis does an insurance company calculate the payout figure of a write-off? If it decides to write off my badly accident-damaged car but I think the figure is too low, what are my options?

Is there anything specific I need to address at the next service of my Jaguar XJS?

My 1992 Jaguar XJS 4.0 straight 6 coupe with 101,000 miles is due for a service in a couple of months. In addition to the standard items involved in a full service, is there anything else I should get...

Are LED sidelights legal?

I have replaced the incandescent bulbs in my front sidelights with LED ones and I have noticed that the light they produce has a blueish tinge. Are they legal?