My insurer won't cover me at my new address. Can they cancel the policy and charge a huge fee?

I recently moved house. My insurance broker has told me that they will no longer insure my car from the new address. It is a small, very low crime area in a village. They want me to cancel the policy and...

My insurer paid out less than my financed car's settlement figure, leaving me in debt. Is that legal?

I want to know if it is a legal obligation for my insurance company to put me back in the same financial position as before an accident? My car was on finance with a settlement figure around £11,000. However,...

What reasonably-priced battery charger do you recommend?

What's a reasonably-priced battery charger for a Ford Kuga? I'm looking for one as a back-up during the current Covid-19 lockdown where the use of cars is restricted.

Can you suggest a reliable, economical and relatively cheap car for a young driver?

I'm a 23-year-old medical student going on hospital placements. I want to buy a car that'll keep me in good stead for the next four years. I'd like to travel home at least once a month (about 150 miles...

Can someone park over a dropped kerb outside their own house?

Is it an offence to park over a dropped kerb? My neighbours across the road say they are having the kerb lowered so they are guaranteed a parking spot because they have no driveway. They are under the...

Do I need to disconnect a car's battery to charge it?

I have a 2017 Honda HR-V. Do I need to disconnect the battery to trickle charge?

How often should a trickle charger be used on a car that's only used once weekly?

I only use my car once a week. How often should I be charging the battery?

Should leave my car running on my drive to keep the battery charged?

I haven't used my 2018 Ford Fiesta for three weeks now and probably won't be using it for a few weeks more. Should I start it up on my drive and leave the engine running to keep the battery charged?

What are the pros and cons of leasing a car?

I'm considering leasing a Ford Mustang and wish to understand the pros and cons of this idea.

Why does my car's history show two MoT tests every year?

I'm looking at buying a car but the DVLA check shows the car as having two MoT tests every year. Could this car be cloned or is there another explanation?

What's the best convertible, in your opinion?

I'm looking for a convertible for a second car. I already own a 2009 Mazda 2, which is nippy enough for town but lacks acceleration for overtaking and for motorways. My dad likes the Mercedes-Benz SLK...

Will there be gigantic new car discounts post coronavirus lockdown?

Sales of some models in one car manufacturer's range are down 90 per cent. France has today gone into recession. Am I naïve or realistic in thinking that all this means that once lockdown is over, new...

The factory that was building my ordered car has closed. Where do I stand with the dealer?

I ordered a new Volvo XC40, which was due to be built on 4 April and delivered to the dealer around 16 April. The factory in Belgium were it is being built is closed, so how do I stand with regards to...

Can I drive my car without tax during the coronavirus outbreak?

I have March 1979 registered car, which became a historic vehicle this year. Tax ran out 31 March 2020. Followed instructions on DVLA website and took relevant documents to the post office, which said...

Can I terminate a PCP early?

I have a Smart EQ ForFour electric car which I leased Feb 2019. The lease runs for three years. I'm a year in and I’d like to hand the car back. I have only covered 1400 miles in the last 12 months. It...

I don't want to take my car for a service due to coronavirus - will this invalidate the warranty?

I have my third year service scheduled for 9 April. This is to coincide with MoT and approaching end of warranty (24 April). The car is a Fiat and is booked in at service centre 15 miles away. They have...

Can I drive with my convertible's roof down during the lockdown?

I know it is a really trivial question, but I have to use my Mazda MX-5 for essential journeys and I was wondering if the coronavirus-related regulations prohibit me driving with the top down?

Is there a known fault with the engines on 1-litre Ford Fiestas?

We have a 2016 1-litre Ford Fiesta. A red engine light came on, so we booked a service at Halfords. They stated that there's an internal sensor that is not accessible and the engine is no good so would...

Can you suggest a small estate car for a family of four?

Is the Skoda Fabia Estate 1.0 suitable for a family of four holidaying with fully loaded and perhaps a roof box, plus bikes on the back? Apart from holiday trips, it would seem to be a good choice for...

Does the coronavirus MoT extension allow me to tax my vehicle without an MoT?

My motorcycle (Honda CBR600) is currently insured but on SORN. I wish to put the machine (excellent condition, low mileage) back on the road. Do the new MoT rules allow me to tax it without an MoT? Also,...

Will running the engine of my car once a week help prevent battery depletion?

I have SORN'd my Jaguar F-Pace during the Coronavirus pandemic. Besides turning the engine over once a week, what else can I do to ensure the efficiency of the vehicle?

What cars come with the longest manufacturer warranty?

Which manufacturers offer the longest new car warranty?

My theory cert expires soon and I can't take a practical test before it does as they've been cancelled. Is this fair?

I have paid for and taken my theory test, CBT and my MOD 1 test (the first of the two practical tests for a motorbike license). I paid over £1500 in tests and lessons, and managed to fit it around my work...

My car can't be fixed due to coronavirus making parts unavailable. What should I do?

My car was involved in an accident just before the coronavirus lockdown. It is now in the body shop for repairs but, because of the current situation, the body shop cannot get the parts to repair the car....

Should I hold out for the LWB Suzuki Jimny?

I'm struck by the cute, new Suzuki Jimny. I might be able to do some recreational off-roading, but I don't want a one-trick pony. So, with the possibility of a LWB model looking more a probability, filling...

Can trickle chargers be used on hybrids?

Can a trickle charger be used with cars that don't have a separate 12-volt battery?

Is premium petrol worth the extra?

I know you are an advocate of premium petrol so I have been using Shell V-power. Are there any others which are just as good?

Will a disconnected battery cause me to lose the radio code?

I own a 2011 Skoda Roomster and would like to know if disconnecting the car battery will mean I lose the radio security code.

Many of us are not using our cars during the pandemic - what do we do to keep our cars working properly?

So many of us are not using our cars during the pandemic. What advice can you give us? Are we allowed to go for a 20-mile drive to keep things in motion? And when should we do this, if allowed? If not...

Can I drive my car with warning lights on if the garages are closed?

I have a Hyundai ix20. I have just noticed that the ABS warning light and the ESP lights have come on. I have checked the fuses and they are fine. As they are amber warnings, can I assume that it i till...

Can trickle chargers be used with stop-start engines?

Due to the coronavirus, I want to ensure that my car battery stays charged. The advice seems to be to use a trickle charger. I've noticed that many trickle chargers are not suitable for stop-start engines....

If I replace the engine of a vehicle, can I set the odometer to zero?

I've just fitted a brand new crate engine to my Ford Explorer that I'm restoring. It has 126,000 miles on it, but can I zero the clock because the engine has done no miles yet?

Is the MOT extension only applicable to people vulnerable or self-isolating?

I have heard conflicting information on MOTs in that the six-month exemption only applies to those people with Coronavirus or those self-isolating. I am not in that category and I had a service and MOT...

Can I skip the oil and filter change on a low mileage car?

I bought a Jaguar XK Convertible 5-litre last August. It was serviced in March 2019 at 76,600 miles and has travelled only 4000 miles since. It's used as a second car, no short trips usually 20+ miles....

Can I end my lease early due to coronavirus?

Can I return my car due to the coronavirus outbreak? I can't afford the car now. I have about 9 months left till the midway point of the finance agreement.

Can I trickle charge my car?

With the enforced lay-up of my 2018 Jaguar XF, can I use a C-TEK MVS 5-C trickle charger on my car? If so, where is the best place to connect it?

What are you advising car owners to do with their now-static cars to maintain efficiency?

I am self-isolating and, given the Government's restrictions on unnecessary driving, what are you advising car owners to do with their now-static cars to maintain efficiency?

I'm worried my new car will be sat around during lockdown. Should I cancel the order?

The Skoda dealer informed me that my new Karoq had been built mid March. My purchase is on a PCP deal. It is quite possible that delivery won’t be for months yet. I am concerned that the vehicle will be...

Can I appeal an unfair PCN?

I received a parking charge notice after parking at a sporting goods shop. I was parked for 14 minutes as the store didn't have what I wanted. The signs say you get 1 hour 30 minutes if using the store....

Can I cancel my purchase for a vehicle I've already agreed to buy?

I’ve put a £6000 deposit down on a £72,000 motorhome from a reputable UK dealer. It’s a 2011 model. However, I’ve decided I don’t want to proceed with the purchase. Some customisations have been done for...

Will insurance companies pay out if I have an accident while driving with no MoT?

Will insurance companies pay out if I have an accident while driving with no MoT during this extension period? Are the police going to check vehicles to see if they're roadworthy?

Can I go for a drive as long as I don't leave my car?

Is there anything I can do to make sure my car runs fine if I do not use it over the next few weeks? It was reported in the newspaper last week that it was okay to go for a drive as long as you do not...

How can I prevent my car's DPF clogging while it’s limited to short journeys during the lockdown?

My 2019 Range Rover will be parked up for the duration of the coronavirus lockdown, with the exception of a weekly 3-mile supermarket trip. It’s already has DPF replaced after 312 miles. How can I prevent...

How do I renew my road tax without an MoT?

Now we can no longer get an MoT, how can we renew our road tax?