Can you recommend an SUV or estate car that can carry ladders?

My 2014 2.0-litre diesel auto BMW 5 Series falls foul of the clean air zone (CAZ) requirements. It's been my third 5 Series, used for my work as a surveyor. The rear seats fold to accommodate my ladders...

Are CVTs noisy?

What does CVT mean and are they noisy?

How do I change car ownership to my name?

I bought a secondhand car from a dealership four years a go and embarrassingly didn’t realise I had to process the change of registered owner, I presumed they completed this. I have the green V5 new keeper...

Can you recommend a petrol hybrid under £40,000 for towing?

I currently drive a 2016 1.6-litre diesel Nissan X-Trail doing about 10,000 miles a year in total, of which 75 per cent is short urban journeys, the remainder being towing a 1,400kg caravan. As the car...

When should glow plugs need changing?

I have a 2016 Skoda Superb 1.6 TDI with 44,000 miles on the clock. It appears that all my glo plugs need replacing - is this unusual? How much should this cost?

Will car ride be uncomfortable with 19-inch wheels?

I am looking at purchasing a new Tucson Hybrid but it's on 19-inch wheels, are they too large? Will they be uncomfortable on the road?

Can I buy a solar panel tricker charger for a Toyota eCVT?

My mother-in-law is 82 and every other week her hybrid Toyota e-CVT is going flat in the Autumn. Yes, maybe a new battery is in order (it's coming up to five years old) however I wondered if there is...

How can I get proof of a car's full service history?

I recently purchased a used Dacia Duster with a comprehensive service history duly stamped in the service book - but with no invoices to back this up. My local Renault/Dacia garage say that they are unable...

When can I enter a bus lane?

If the car in front is turning right am I allowed to to overtake on the inside if it means entering a bus lane?

Should I used DPF cleaner?

I have a 2018 Range Rover Evoque 2.0-litre diesel. I do mixed driving and wonder if putting some DPF cleaner would help any possible build up of carbon. I have had no problems to date.

Motorhome has broken down twice - does it have to go back to the dealer for repair?

Having purchased a second hand motorhome, which broke down within two months of ownership (twice) am I obliged by law to take it back to where it was purchased, even though the trip would be extremely...

Is it worth turning the engine off at traffic lights?

A lot of cars nowadays automatically shut off the engine when the car stops. I do in it my 10 year old Mazda MX-5 at temporary traffic lights under the assumption that I am saving petrol. My question is:...

Audi A4 clutch shudder - how do I fix it?

I have a 2014 Audi A4 Technik which has an intermittent clutch shudder when taking off in first gear. Has anyone have any experience of this problem or found a reason/solution for it? There are no other...

Which is the best petrol automatic small SUV?

I'm looking to buy a new petrol automatic small SUV such as the SEAT Arona or other makes. My priority is mpg.

Should I buy a Toyota Yaris Cross AWD?

I am considering purchasing a Toyota Yaris Cross AWD, what is your opinion of these cars? Are they as good as most people say? They are expensive but seem very economical and look very good in the gold...

Does a Honda CR-V Mk3 have a DPF?

I have just purchased a Honda CR-V 2.2 diesel Mk3 model AWD. Does this vehicle have a DPF as I do not do much motorway driving? It is a 58 plate.

When does my car need a full service?

How often should you get a full service? My Skoda Citigo is five years old. It had the cam belt replaced and tyres, interim service last year and I do very low mileage (26,500 miles).

Should I fit all-season tyres?

I drive a 2021 Volvo XC60 II, auto, fwd. The tyres are Continental EcoContact 6. Would fitting all-season tyres make a noticeable difference ?

Fiesta Active Hybrid battery drain issue - is low mileage the cause?

I have owned a Fiesta hybrid, bought as a pre-reg, since November 2021. It went back to the main dealers in January because the touch sensitive locking stopped working. I was told this was due to the 12V...

Should I use a fuel system cleaner for a GDI engine?

Is there any evidence that a fuel system cleaner can stop the build up of carbon in a GDI engine, especially one fitted with a turbo?

Should I buy a BMW 1 Series or Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

I'm currently driving a BMW 4 Series which is lovely in terms of comfort, noise insulation and a smooth responsive engine but it's now got 75,000-plus miles and I would like to upgrade the infotainment...

Can I get a warranty on a high mileage car?

I'm looking for warranty insurance on car that is more than 10 years old and 130,000 miles. I'm struggling to find a company to cover.

Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost?

Are there any reports of failures/problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost 'wet' cam belt? Any concerns regarding the claimed 150,000-miles or 10 year life predicted?

Do I need to change the timing chain on my Renault Koleos?

I recently bought a 2009 Renault Koleos with 12,0000 miles. Now it has a timing chain and every local garage I've spoken to state they are not a serviceable item, and none of them had ever changed one....

What is the battery life on hybrid cars?

I recently read, to my surprise, the batteries on self-charging hybrids only last about five years. Then the owner has a big bill to replace the battery, that cost thereby negating any bonus they had been...

How much should I pay to retrofit a reversing camera to a Honda Jazz?

My wife bought a low mileage 2018 Honda Jazz Navi last February from a Honda main dealer. It has a screen for the audio and sat-nav. At the service we had a courtesy Jazz which had a reversing camera fitted...

Should I buy a BMW 330e or 320i?

I am looking for a BMW up to five years old (budget up to £19,000) and one of the options is the 330e. Having looked at your review of the F30 model, it seems they have quite a few issues. Given that,...

Which engine should I choose for high motorway mileage?

I travel more than 20,000 miles per annum on a motorway. What is a GDI engine? How does it compare to other 1.4 i20s and diesel CRDi for fuel economy and reliability?

Downsizing to one car, what should we buy?

I have a Kia Sorento 2.2 KX-3, which was bought as a tow car, but we have now gone out of caravanning. My wife has a three-door Kia Picanto, which is easy for her to drive and more importantly, park. We...

Volkswagen Transporter or Mercedes-Benz Vito?

Which do you think I should be looking to buy, a Mercedes-Benz Vito or Volkswagen Transporter? I will be keeping the vehicle for approx 10 years.

Nissan Qashqai DRL failure - is this common?

I have a 2017 Nissan Qashqai. I have noticed the left side daytime running light is not working but all other light on the same side (left) work with no problem. Driving around London, I have noticed...