Car warranty conditions - can I use an independent garage?

I recently bought a Honda Jazz online from a dealer 300 miles away. On checking locally, the nearest dealer is 12 miles away. However, there is a Honda specialist garage with, it seems, a good reputation...

How reliable is the BMW i3?

My BMW i3 is just about to exit its 3 year warranty and I have been offered extended warranty at £700-plus per annum. This seems quite a lot of money for a car that has limited to go wrong with it and...

Can Saga breakdown customers use the RAC app?

Saga breakdown cover uses RAC. Can Saga customers use the RAC app?

Should I buy a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate?

I've been offered a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate with low mileage (65,000 miles), one owner from new (owner is retiring from driving) for £700. It drives perfectly, it will come with a new MoT. I'm...

What are the MoT rules on changing halogen headlights to LEDs?

If I change halogen headlights to LEDs will they pass the MoT testing?

Can you buy standalone windscreen insurance?

Is there such a thing as windscreen insurance that's not otherwise an add-on to car insurance, a bit like SMART/Alloys etc.? The company insures my car but I have to pick up maintenance and the excess...

What is a fair usage deduction from a dealer?

If I reject a new vehicle two years old due to major manufacturing faults that have been repaired but failed again immediately, how do you decide what is a reasonable deduction from the purchase price...

Selling a car privately - do I provide a warranty?

I'm currently selling a 2016 Peugeot 5008 with 66,000 miles on the clock on behalf of a friend. It's a one owner car with full history, no faults at all, with a year's MoT and four new tyres, and the car...

Is the Volkswagen All-in Service plan a good deal?

Volkswagen is offering an after three years warranty called Volkswagen All-in Service for £33.45 a month. It includes two services and two MoT, is it worth taking out? It lasts for two years.

My car is a write-off, do I have to accept the offer?

I was in an accident and instantly, over the phone the woman said they would probably just write my car off I wanted to get somebody to look at the car first to see if it made more sense to pay to have...

Can scuffed wheel rims be repaired?

The two rear wheel rims on my Lexus RX 405h are scuffed.Can they be 'repaired' ?

Does my BMW X1 have electric or hydraulic power steering?

Does my 2017 BMW X1 diesel have hydraulic or electric power steering?

Can I get a discount on a new Toyota Yaris Cross?

Can I expect to get a discount on buying a new Toyota Yaris Cross? I currently own a 19 reg Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, do you think I would get a good part exchange?

I've changed the battery in the key fob - why won't the car unlock?

I changed my battery in the key fob as a warning came up to change the battery. Now the car won't unlock, why is that?

Which small van with windows should I buy?

I am looking for small vans with four doors and side windows, what ideas do you have?

What is the best AWD SUV to replace a Toyota RAV4?

I'm looking to change our 14 year old Toyota RAV4 XT5 soon. I'm wondering whether to go hybrid or stick with diesel again? I live in the countryside and need AWD in the winter, and commute 300 miles regularly...

Is it time to dispose of my car?

I have a 2011 Mazda 2 TS2 which has covered only 29,000 miles. I have owned it since 2014 and am the second owner. I recently had it serviced by a Mazda specialist who I know and trust. He recommended...

Can you recommend a reliable, easy to drive medium-sized SUV, with low CO2 emissions?

I need a comfortable, medium-sized SUV to replace my Skoda Superb Estate Elegance 2.0, which was written off in a flood. My budget is around £15,000 but I need a car to cope with country life - ice, snow,...

Fix, scrap or lease a new car - what should I do?

I have a 21 year old BMW 530d Touring needing attention, should I: A) Get it fixed (it could be quite expensive)? B) Scrap it and buy a small runabout - second hand? C) Lease a new car on a two year contract?

Should we buy a hybrid car?

Should we buy a hybrid vehicle now or wait for technology and prices to improve? We are considering the Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, but the price is almost double what we would pay for a Skoda Kodiaq petrol...

How reliable are electric cars?

How reliable are electric cars in general? And how reliable is the Mercedes-Benz EQA, in particular? What yearly maintenance costs are involved, and what items need replacing?

Which small SUV should I buy for under £10,000?

Which small SUVs would you recommend for under £10,000? My average annual mileage is less than 5,000 miles.

What should I buy as a first car?

I am 17 and hopefully on the cusp of passing my test. I have between £750 and £1,000. I’m looking for a car with low insurance costs and running cost. Have you got any suggestions?

Should I use a main dealer or specialist for a service?

My 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 is due a service. As it is now nearly 10 years old, is it worthwhile servicing at the main dealer, or would a specialist be better? I will most likely plan to sell my...

Which dashcam do you recommend, up to £200?

I have just bought a new Nissan Qashqai and want to fit a dashcam suitable for front and back. My budget is £100 to £200. What would you recommend?

Can you recommend any 'self-charging' hybrids?

Is a self-charging hybrid as efficient, economical and 'green' as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV)? Can you recommend any 'self-charging' hybrids as I note that you give a good review to the Subaru XV e-Boxer?

What do you recommend as a replacement for a MINI?

My step daughter is currently driving a four-door petrol MINI from 2015. She has been very happy with it but now wants something with more passenger space and more boot space but not too big. As she lives...

When should an oil and filter change take place?

I took my wife's car in for an MoT recently and asked them to change the oil and filter. It usually only does short runs of about five miles. The service manger said that it doesn't need the oil changing...

Accident reporting - who should be contacted first?

A car manufacturer has encouraged us to contact them first in the event of an accident, even before my insurer. I thought insurance companies say you should contact them first. What would happen if I had...

Which breakdown providers cover older cars?

What is the best breakdown cover for older cars? Green Flag give up after 16 years, so my 2005 Volkswagen T5 Campervan will no longer be covered.

Small automatic car for a young driver - what should I buy?

What are the best small, 1-litre second hand automatic cars for a young driver, please?

Which 3.0-litre diesel used car do you recommend?

I'd like some advice on used diesel cars, which is the best 3.0-litre one?