Skoda Roomster limping

My car, a Skoda Roomster, repeatedly loses power on roundabouts/bumpy roads. The glow plug and TCS warning lights come on and the car goes into some kind of low speed mode. I stop the car, restart, and...

Can you recommend a simple, reliable car to carry two bicycles?

It seems to me from reading your readers’ letters that many problems with modern cars these days are caused by unnecessary fancy electronics. Is it possible to find a reliable, economical basic car? I...

New Skoda Roomster - which engine?

We want to buy a (probably new) Roomster as long as we can cope with the four-month wait. I don't know which engine to go for. Does this Skoda have the same VAG 1.4 diesel that appears to be disappointing...

Skoda Roomster - female purchaser needs advice

Looking to buy Skoda Roomster auto, 3 spec on oct 2008 plate - model not the facelifted one. If buying pre-Christmas, does car depreciate from Jan 1st of New years as car, for example, becomes closer...

We want a new estate car - why don't you recommend the Skoda Fabia Estate?

We are considering changing our car and as my wife is of an 'arty' persuasion a small estate seems to be the best option. One we like the look of is a 1.2 TSI 105 Skoda Fabia Estate as there is a discount...

Should I fit winter tyres or Autosocks to my Skoda Roomster in winter?

I live in North Yorkshire, surrounded by hills, and I am planning ahead before the winter. I have a Skoda Roomster and I am considering fitting winter tyres or Autosocks. Which do you consider to be the...

Should we buy a Skoda Roomster or KIA Soul 2 for a Motability conversion?

My wife is disabled, and we use a Motability car. She is due to change her car early next year, and must order later this year. We have shortlisted two cars as being very suitable for her needs; the Skoda...

Should I fit 16-inch or 17-inch wheels to my Skoda Roomster Scout?

My Skoda Roomster Scout's standard wheels and tyres are 16-inch with 205/45/R16 87W. They have an option of 17-inch wheels and 205/40 R17 84W tyres. Which is the best choice?

Which small, automatic car offers a high seating position?

My wife has restricted movement in her left leg due to an unsuccessful knee operation, so I need to buy her a small (Citroen C3 size) economical automatic, preferably one with a high, off-the-floor seating...

Which small, spacious car could we buy to keep in France for occasional use?

I am considering buying a car in France to keep in France. It must be a 2-pedal automatic, must have four doors, and must be able to accommodate four people plus a wheelchair. I have thought about a Renault...