Where can I get a replacement key for my Lexus?

I have only one key for my Lexus GS 450H (62 plate). As it is a keyless entry car, I would like to get a second key. Do you know where I could get one from?

Kia and Hyundai hybrids - are they the same?

I know both the Kia and Hyundai companies are linked together. Now that kia have released the new Niro hybrid is the same technology going to be used on the Ioniq or will it be a completely new and independent...

Peugeot 206 fault codes - what do they mean?

I'v owned a Peugeot 206 2.0-litre diesel (2004 model) for a couple of years. The engine management light came on within an hour of me buying the car but I just ignored it as it didn't seem to affect the...

Should I buy Autoglym for my new Volkswagen Tiguan?

Should I buy Autoglym for my new Tiguan?

Should I fit winter tyres to my motorhome?

I own a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van-based camper - tyre size 235/65x16. Mileage per year is approx 7000, although more in the autumn and winter months. I am loathed to spend out on two sets of tyres and...

Is the Lexus CT200 a wise used buy?

I am looking to buy a newer car and have a budget of up to £11,000. I do a daily round trip of 45 miles: a mixture of dual carriageway, A road and town driving. I don't want a diesel based on previous...

AA refused to tow my untaxed car

I bought a secondhand Mercedes-Benz SLK with a full warranty from a dealer in Bolton. I have not changed my car for some years and I didn't know about the new road tax procedures. I am in my 60s and I...

Classic car insurance - market value vs agreed value

I have agreed insurance value of £25,000 for my Range Rover CSK, plus I retain my car in the event of a total loss. Would I be better having ordinary "market value" insurance and accept fluctuating values...

Why won't my Volkswagen Passat start?

My 2007 Volkswagen Passat sometimes won't start. I've had new glow plugs fitted, but it still won't go. Any ideas?

Buying a used Audi A4 diesel - should I get the EGR valves cleaned?

I'm buying a 2013 Audi A4 diesel with 110,000 miles on clock. I always use Shell V Power diesel and do 30,000 miles driving a year. I intend to keep the car for three years and intend to get my mechanic...

Need a cheap and reliable car for work

I'm after a cheap runabout to use for my daily commute to work (five miles return). I have found two cars, but can you advise which one would make the best choice for low running costs? 1) Mercedes-Benz...

Vauxhall Astra engine management light - what does it mean?

I need to sell my 2006 Vauxhall Astra, but the engine management light stays on all the time. It was mentioned on the MoT advisory, but it passed anyway. Any idea how I can fix it?

Why does my Citroen C2 take so long to start?

My Citroen C2 diesel takes ages to start. It also seems to lack power while driving. Any idea what the fault could be?

Renault Clio roof leak

I have just bought a Renault Clio (2004 model) and discovered a drip of water coming from the roof. It appears to be coming from the interior light - between sunroof and window mounted rear view mirror....

Best commuter car for under £7500?

I'm looking to buy a secondhand small diesel car for around about £7500. It needs to be economical and reliable as I'll be doing over 15,000 miles a year just to and from work. What do you recommend?

Mercedes-Benz C-Class suspension knock

My Mercedes-Benz C-Class has developed a front end 'knock' from the passenger side when driving over irregularities in the road, such as potholes, at low speeds. In the past eight months the car has had...

Best auto for under £2000?

I'm looking for a car for under £2000 with an automatic gearbox. I have found a £1600 Peugeot 206 made in 2005 with 28k miles on the clock. What was the Peugeots automatics like back then or would I best...

Which winter tyres are best for the Honda Civic?

My Honda Civic is on its original Continental PremiumContact 2 tyres, except for one which was replaced with a Continental SportContact 2 last year by the previous owner. I am considering changing to...

Used Audi A4 has cost me £3k in two years - is this normal?

I bought my 2011 A4 two years ago from an approved used Audi dealer. The car now has 55,000 miles on the clock and - while it was getting a new cam belt fitted - the dealer claim it also needs a new alternator....

All season tyres for Nissan Qashqai

I need to replace the 19-inch wheels on my Nissan Qashqai for 17-inch wheels with Michelin Cross Climate tyres. Where would you recommend sourcing these please? Also how does the TPMS system adjust to...

Buying a small automatic car - what do you recommend?

I have a budget of around £7500 to buy a small automatic. There are three cars in that price range I am looking at, but not sure what is the best to go with in terms of reliability with a automatic gearbox?...

Golf GTI instrument lights fading

I own a Volkswagen Golf GTI (1996 model) I've noticed that the instrument lights are fading. I don't think the battery is to blame, but I have read that the fuse connections on this car are suspect. What...

Nissan Micra gearbox problems

I own a Nissan Micra with a manual gearbox. I have had the car from new (five months) and had no problems until recently. Indeed, when the weather became colder in October, I noticed the downshift from...

Best sports car for 80 year old driver?

I recently bought my 80 year old petrolhead father a Ford Focus RS. In fact my idea was to let him drive it for a few weeks, that was on 3 September and I've not had it back since! He is now emailing...

How does the mirror come away from the body?

My left hand door indicator light has stopped working. I think i need to take out the mirror glass to get at the bulb. My question is how does the mirror come away from the body? I don't want to snap anything....

Should all car dealerships be registered as a limited company?

I've found a car that's advertised for sale by a local dealer. However, when I went to view it, the dealer had no business signs up to show the company name. There also weren't any prices on the cars....

Cam belt change intervals for Peugeot 206?

I am looking to buy a used Peugeot 206. I've seen a 2008 model with 24,000 miles on the clock. Can you tell me if I will need to change the cam belt? If so, how much will it cost?

KIA Sportage won't change gears in the cold

My 2005 KIA Sportage doesn't go into gear when the engine us cold, especially during the mornings. Please can you tell me the cause of this?

Peugeot 2008 - should I buy now or wait for new model?

I want to buy a new SUV and quite like the Peugeot 2008 with an auto 'box and petrol engine. I've seen a few nearly new models for sale, but am wondering if it would be better to wait for the new model....

Steam in expansion tank

The heater on my car is blowing cold, while steam comes from the expansion tank even when the car is cold. When warm, it bubbles (air escaping). I've tried normal bleeding up methods but they don't seem...

Mazda 6 lacks power on cold mornings

I have a Mazda 6 diesel (2006 model) that lacks power when cold. In fact, in the mornings, it is difficult to get it past 45mph, although it works fine when up to full working temp. This morning I left...

Can I use 10w-40 oil in my Toyota Yaris Verso?

My trusty Toyota Yaris Verso [petrol] runs happily enough on 5w-30 fully synthetic oil. Would there be any problem in topping up between services with some 10w-40 semi-synthetic oil that I have spare?

Need a 4x4 with a flat loadspace

I'm looking to buy a new or nearly new 4x4 with a genuinely flat loadspace when the rear seats are folded down. I currently have a 2004 Toyota RAV4 with an external spare wheel and removable rear seats,...

Need an auto with high seating position

As we are older drivers, we wish to buy an automatic with a fairly high seating position (currently have a Vauxhall Zafira), parking sensors, and some form of spare wheel. It must also, preferably, be...

How do you challenge a DVLA mileage record on a car?

A recent check on my car's mileage record with HPI and Experian shows a discrepancy between mileage recorded at BMW approved services and the MOTs (DVLA record). The last DVLA mileage check records 95,000...

Ford Fiesta pulling to one side

I have a Ford Fiesta 1.6 diesel (2006 model). I've only had it a few months, but have had nothing but trouble with it. The car pulls to the left intermittently and the steering wheel shakes pretty violently...

How reliable is the Audi Q2 S Tronic?

I am thinking of buying a new Audi Q2 with the seven-speed s tronic automatic gearbox, but am worried about reliability. I'm assuming that the seven-speed gearbox is new, but don't really know how the...

My car is registered to someone else - how can I get it back?

I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I recently signed over the V5C (logbook) to my neighbour as she was going to insure and tax my car. However, we have now had a massive falling out and she won't sign it back...

Why won't my BMW 320i start?

I have had a BMW 320i for about three months and during this time it has developed an intermittent starting fault. Basically, about every fourth time I try, the car refuses to start. I am assuming the...

Fiat Punto warning lights - what do they mean?

I own a Fiat Punto Evo and the dashboard warning lights are on. It says 'Start Stop/Airbags Not Available' when starting the ignition. My local garage says it cannot identify the fault as its diagnostics...

Citroen C4 Grand Picasso problems

I recently purchased a 2012 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso with 40,000 miles on clock. This has broken down three times in the five months I've had it. First two times were relating to a diesel injector, but...

Ex-girlfriend won't return my car - what should I do?

I bought a car two months ago. I am the registered keeper and have insured and taxed it. I paid in cash and my ex-girlfriend is an added driver on the insurance. However, recently, she has left with the...

Is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Cloverleaf prone to faults?

I am thinking of buying an Alfa Romeo Giulietta Cloverleaf with the turbocharged petrol engine. Do you know if this model has any common faults?

Clutch burn out after a few months - what are my rights?

I recently had my clutch replaced after it was slipping. My local garage fitted a new clutch and fly wheel. After a week or so, I noticed a bad burning smell on occasions. I took it back and they said...

Which car has the best seats for a driver with back problems?

I am looking for a new/nearly new car with the best seats for a driver with back problems. A friend recommends the Range Rover Sport, but I've heard that these cars are prone to reliability issues. Also,...

Are there any clean diesels out there?

There are a number of articles on the harm that diesel does to the environment and people. I am looking to buy a car to last the rest of my life, hopefully, and wonder whether there are advances in diesel...

Does the Suzuki Vitara have a cam belt or chain?

Does the Suzuki Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet have a cam belt or a cam chain?

Will my car insurance rise after a no fault accident?

Our Nissan Qashqai has been rear ended by another car while sitting at a set of traffic lights. The boot floor is damaged and crumpled, especially in the spare wheel area which pushed the wheel forward. Its...

Steering problem with Suzuki SX4

My Suzuki SX4's steering has a habit of wandering when motorway driving. Would fitting all weather tyres help to reduce this?

Best low insurance car for a teenager?

I am looking for the best Group 1 insurance car for my 19 year old grand daughter. It must have five doors and a petrol engine with a manual gearbox. Journeys will be between Durham University and her...