Why is the gear selector on my 1991 BMW 525 very stiff?

I recently wrote to you about problems with a 1991 BMW 525 SE automatic. After a very robust drive in a hilly domain the selector of the gearbox selector was very stiff but when being driven normally it's...

What's the best used, small, automatic car?

I'm looking to buy a used, automatic, small car for my 22-year-old son. It will be his first car and our budget is £3000 - £4000. Ideally it will be a low insurance group, but I mostly want you to recommend...

What's the best small automatic for around £10k?

I have a 14 year old Ford Fiesta manual. It has been a great car but I need an automatic because of a hip and knee problem. I would like a similar sized car with a slightly higher driving position. I'm...

Is the Ford Powershift gearbox reliable?

Has Ford sorted the problems with the Powershift gearbox? An automatic used Focus estate ticks most of my boxes but I am worried that the Powershift could land me with some big bills?

What's the best petrol automatic estate as a second-hand buy?

I'm looking for reliable estate or roomy saloon, between five and ten years old, which I can run for as long as possible. I have a budget of around £4k to £6k but I can be flexible if need be. It needs...

What automatic cars have good gearboxes?

Do you have a list of good auto gearboxes?

Is insurance on automatic cars more expensive than manual?

Is insurance on automatic cars more expensive than manual? If so, why?

Are there still problems with six-speed DSGs in the Skoda Octavia?

I'm thinking of buying a 2017 Skoda Octavia. Are there still problems with the six-speed automatics?

Is the Skoda Yeti auto gearbox problematic?

My wife favours a used Skoda Yeti petrol auto for local, rural journeys and the occasional long trip. I hear that the Yeti automatic gearbox can be iffy. Any recommendations?

What mid-size vehicle will fit a mobility scooter in the boot?

We need an automatic car as my wife is disabled and can only drive automatic. We also need a big enough boot to fit a mobility scooter, although we slide it in instead of lifting it over the boot sill....