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I just read your article about dazzling LED lights which I found very interesting. I too have more of a problem driving at night, needing to slow down, almost to a stop on some occasions, when approached...
A local company says it can adjust the fuel use of my Citroen C5 6 spd, 2.0 HDi, upping it 10% without risking any parts. I'm a slowish driver, mostly 2,000 rpm and have the car in eco, whatever that does....
We had the timing chain replaced in October 2022, but the new one fitted has just snapped. Is there a warranty on all BMW products ? The garage who fitted it tell us there was only a years warranty on...
Now that hybrid working has settled down and insurance costs are going up, my partner and I are consolidating our two cars to one. However, a key essential is memory seats so we can be comfortable at all...
If one is involved in a no-fault crash, where the car is written off and where the insurance company offer a cash amount that is well below the value of the vehicle, does one have to take the cash offer...
Most auctions require you to be a trader, how can I access one of these auctions?
My Honda Civic has a recall needing minimum 2 days work. Car is just over 3 years old. Will I be entitled to a hire car?
We are in our mid 60s and retired but active and we are looking to reduce our motoring costs. We currently drive a 14 year old Nissan Qashqai 2.0 litre petrol, automatic. My wife likes the higher driving...
My driving licence is due for renewal this June. I cannot apply for a renewal online because I do not have a passport. My questions are: Do the DVLA send a timely reminder out about this? Can I renew before...
The emissions on the Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec were 120g/km, which put it in band C, Euro 5 and £35 tax. Then in Jan 2015 the emissions suddenly went to 122g/km and went into band D, Euro 6 and £150 tax....
I just purchased a Hyundai Kona, the seller said remember to get it serviced as it's coming up to is 50,000 miles so I put it into Halfords. I was in the Hyundai garage today and the sales person said...
My wife recently received a parking fine from Euro Carparks for overstaying in a Sainsbury’s car park in Surrey. At the time the vehicle was parked on our drive in Northumberland and we have time stamped...
I currently drive a Volvo XC60 2020 with 27,000 miles
It is fitted with Pirreli P Zero tyres, they wear evenly but I only get 15000 miles out of the front tyres and the back ones are still the original...
I'm thinking of buying one of these but a bit put off by stories of the 'Ecoboom' engine!
Does this model have an internal wet belt (apparently the root cause of the exploding engines) or an external...
I'm wondering if it would be worth my while buying a new Bi Fuel vehicle. I have a LPG garage 3 miles from me, but will it still be there considering the UK has promised to drop all ICE by 2030?.
I have just had my Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate MoT'd by the local Dacia dealer and found I have been charged £110 to re-connect the headlight cable, details on invoice - CHECKED HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT...
My wife has had a major spinal operation which means that she struggles with the pot holes and other imperfections in the road. Which car would best dampen these effects and give her a ride that stands...
My Skoda Karoq is nearly three years old. I’ve only done 20,000 miles and it’s running well. As car prices have increased considerably in the last three years I intend to pay the balloon payment at the...
Does anyone know if Nissan will be making the Cube for the UK market again? I used to have a Suzuki Wagon, then a Renault Kangoo. I need a car which is not too big but has a high driving position (due...
Am I able to monitor the ADBlue my car has in reserve within its vehicle tank and if so how do i do this
Have been using Continentals and have had a few punctures and although the tread was hardly worn the side walls have perished due to usual short journeys, so garage said they were unsafe and not worth...
I have recently bought a 2017 Kia Picanto SE automatic (Mark 2 not mark 3). I learnt to drive in a Polo and the Picanto feels very different when first starting off. The initial forward creep speed barely...
I’m looking at two Jaguar E-Paces, one 2018 with 70K and one 2019 with 40K. Should the difference in mileage urge me to purchase one over the other?
What's the best small automatic car to buy with the lowest insurance rating.
My insurer no longer insure my Toyota Auris Hybrid Automatic (my present car) because they say that particular model is an...
I recently bought a second hand car. It developed a fault after a few days and my garage says it is unroadworthy. The dealer is refusing to refund so I am making a small claim. Should I claim the cost...
I'm considering buying a CAT S Tesla Model 3 and I'm aware that insurance may cost more but I have a number of other questions that I'm hoping you might help with:
- does the Tesla warranty continue to...
Would an eight year old hybrid depreciate quicker than an equivalent petrol only car? And would it be worth keeping a hybrid car close to the end of it's eight year battery warranty?
The spare key for my VW Passat refuses to hold its code. We first noticed this shortly after taking receipt of the car 2 years ago. Our local garage has recently re-coded the key, but after 2 weeks it...
My 2017 Fiesta 1.0 litre Ecoboost (previous model) has 195/55/15 tyres which are due for replacement. I'm considering changing to an All Season tyre.
ATS have Michelin Crossclimate+ at £108 fitted, Cross...
We bought this car from new, and have basically been very pleased with it, as it's reliable and cheap to run, but over the last few months, the 'loose' roof lining has caused a horrible thumping noise...
Are you aware of any guidance for the maximum height of a kerb adjacent to a disabled parking bay?
Aged 83 I am planning a May 2024 visit to the Douro Valley in Portugal, where the upper age limit for car rentals is 80 years. Spain has no such upper age limit so could I rent there and then drive over...
I purchased a Saga Plus car insurance which runs out this month. In the first year of cover I hit a concrete bollard in a car park whilst distracted by another drivers actions. I instigated a claim with...
I do approximately 3000 miles a year mostly in short journeys and my latest 2022 Nissan keeps suffering a flat battery. I have had it checked and everything is fine I just need to drive it more. I have...
Will upgrading my headlights affect my warranty?
My wife and I are both in our early 70’s and are now slowly reaching the conclusion that it is hard to justify our running two cars now that we are both retired. My wife currently drives a 2020 Fiat 500...
What SUV would you recommend for a new purchase with no boot sill and low ground to boot floor measurement for a labrador to jump in? Not too high sills on passenger side for elderly passenger with dodgy...
I have a 2016 VW Touareg Escape with an Ad Blue tank. When I bought the car I had no experience of this AdBlue stuff. There is no way to check the tank other than push a dry stick in. It appeared to...
Which SUV auto is good for me? I do more short runs every week, around 120 miles.
My current VW ID.3 lease will end next year shortly before my 80th birthday. I am currently in good health and I would like to continue to lease electric (Megane E?) but I understand that should I need...
I have a 2013 Ford Fiesta automatic with cruise control heated front seats and front and rear sensors. My wife drives this as well and we both like the size of the Fiesta. As they no longer make them what...
I am looking for a Bonser three wheel truck but am struggling to find one. Any suggestions?
I have owned a 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 auto and it has proved reliable. I am disabled and think an estate car would be good as it would give me easier access for my mobility scooter. I have up to £20,000 to...
We looking to change our MINI Cllubman. We live in a very rural farming area on the coast, liable to very wet, muddy poor roads. We would like car that is fairly rugged, can cope with raised water levels,...
Must the engine be running while checking power steering oil level?
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