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I currently own a 2010 1.4 Golf MK6 hatch which has been excellent throughout my 11 years of ownership. The kids have grown and fully loaded trips to and...

I have retained my vehicle after it was declared a Cat N - do I need to tell the DVLA?

I have agreed to retain the salvage of my vehicle after it was declared a total loss category N. The third party insurers have paid out the agreed settlement...

My car was written off - can I claim for a new vehicle thorough the other parties insurance?

My car was a total loss and the liability was accepted by the other drivers insurance company but my insurance said the car was not worth the excess on...

I accidentally drove away without my fuel filler cap in place, will I have spilled petrol?

I forgot to put petrol cap after filling up petrol, then drove for about half an hour and only notice when reverse parking in my driveway. Have I spilled...

Why does my hybrid cost more to tax than my daughter's diesel?

My daughter has a Nissan Qashqai diesel and pays zero road tax. I have a Toyota Yaris hybrid and pay £160 car tax. I feel this is unfair. When I bought...

Do stop-start systems cause engine wear?

My wife read an article that automatic stop start on a modern engine can damage the engine beause of inadequate engine lubrication. I told her that when...

Should I avoid buying a used car that only comes with one key?

My sons have seen a number of decent FSH used cars (keyless entry and start) at reputable dealers (but not franchised) but have been put off when they...

A misfuelling service didn't remove all the fuel - can I claim against them?

I put petrol into my diesel, Freelander 2. I realised at the pump and called a fuel removal service who sucked out the petrol. After a month of intermittent...

Should I switch to all-weather tyres for better wet grip?

I have just purchased a 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Premier AWD with 18in wheels. I live in Cumbria and although frost and snow do not seem too much of a problem...

Can I add DPF fluid manually?

Can a DPF fluid be added manually to each full tank of diesel on my Volvo V50 as my Filter Additive tank is showing a sensor failure and erratic level...

Can you recommend a cordless trickle charger?

Is there such a thing as a cordless rechargeable trickle charger, that I can buy for my VW Caddy 1ltr TSI, stop start battery? The vehicle is parked on...

Honda Jazz and Toyota Yaris automatics, what is the best option?

I'm in the hunt for an automatic car with a max budget of £7,500. I've shortlisted the Jazz and the Yaris but would love some clarification on which engines...

What are the advantages of a mild-hybrid car?

Is there any advantage in owning a self charging mild hybrid Hyundai Tucson over a non mild hybrid model?

Is 7000 miles a year enough to justify a diesel?

I normally do 7000-8000 miles a year, mostly 5-10 miles journeys regularly and 5-6 trips of 150-200 miles in a year. I know people generally say diesel...

The keyless entry on my Toyota RAV4 has stopped working from the driver's side, what could be the issue?

Usually I lock my 2020 RAV4 by touching the top of the door handle with my finger on the two lines. As of yesterday I can no longer lock the door from...