What soft roader could offer good ride comfort?

I'm 81 and about to change from my BMW 3 Series convertible for something easier to enter and exit. It would be helpful to know if any "soft roader" matches the ride comfort of its maker's market niche-equivalent...

Does Proton still exist in this country?

My elderly great aunt has had the same Proton 1.3 GE since 1991. It has been faultlessly reliable but, as she is now 89 years of age, she would like an automatic car with power steering and still simple...

Should the DVLA take away my old friends licence?

I have an old friend, he is 73. About 15 years ago he had eyesight problems with visual field defects which lead to the DVLA taking away his licence, which he accepted with grace. He then had a triple...

What's the best car for ease of access for older drivers?

What's the best car for easy access for older drivers?

My first over 70 license - HELP!

As I am approaching 70, I have received an application form from the DVLA to renew my driving license. Since I do not hold a current UK passport, I am asked to send an original birth certificate, my old...

Which car for a tall, disabled pensioner?

I thought I'd found driving heaven when I bought my Lexus in 2010, until my average mpg became clear. I can slide into it easily, it is comfortable for my being 6'2" and disabled, with its high seat and...

Buying elderly friendly car?

I currently drive a Nissan Micra which is OK for elderly parents with limited mobility to use as passengers but not ideal as the seats are a little low for easy entrance and exit. What would you suggest...

Newer car for oldies!

At present we have a 6 year old Toyota Yaris. It's been reliable but we want to change it in. We're 82 and 75 - both still fit and able to drive and we live in a village, trips are mainly within a 50 mile...

Which new car for a 66-year-old with 2 hip replacements?

I have a 2004 5-door diesel Yoyota Yaris which I like very much. I have recently had a second hip replacement and am wondering if it is time to consider replacing it with a small automatic, as I've read...

Buying Bangernomics diesel

Due to my high mileage covering 27,000 miles in 18 months in my petrol Ford Focus, I'm now looking to buy a diesel to replace it. However, I've previously had a Mondeo diesel (52-plate) which suffered...