Are there any problems that can occur on the Vauxhall Vivaro?

What common problems can occur on the Vauxhall Vivaro? I'm looking at 2012 models onwards. I heard something about water getting into the head and causing major problems?

Should I get a Rover 75 or Jaguar S-Type?

I am looking for something automatic, V6 engine, with leather interior, and a saloon preferably. My choice is either a Rover 75 or a Jaguar S Type. Do you have an opinion on which I should go for, as well...

Could I buy a new car with a scrappage discount, then sell it on for a profit?

I'm about to get rid of my 18 year old Renault Clio. If I hadn’t coincidentally just been offered a much younger version for free, I would have looked at the scrappage schemes to replace it. However, do...

I need a large 4x4 but only do short journeys - would a pick-up be suitable?

I need a large 4x4 vehicle (we live on a farm), that will be used mostly for short journeys, that I can throw my gardening kit in - I'm a self employed gardener - and we can use to go to the tip, as well...

Can a car dealer store cars on our residential road before he sells them?

A car dealer is a resident in our cul-de-sac and regularly stores vehicles in the street. Currently, a taxed car has been parked on the street for more than four weeks. Another taxed vehicle has been parked...

Loose stones from a pothole damaged our car - can we claim repair costs from the council?

A car recently drove over a pothole where the road has been breaking up and showered my husband's car with loose stones. It looks like the council had repaired the road a few times in the past and it's...

Do repeated short journeys have a detrimental affect on hybrid battery range?

I'm thinking about getting a used Toyota Auris or Yaris hybrid, but I'm concerned about how long the hybrid batteries last and their replacement cost. I wouldn't drive the car often - once or twice a week...

Why is our insurer offering less than what our car is worth?

My daughter's car was written off by a workman's gas bottle that rolled off the pavement under her car. They have public liability insurance and have admitted liability. I have said she should claim for...

Should I wait until the number plate change to buy a used car?

I want to change my Jaguar XF before mid-March this year because it will be coming up for it's third MoT and I know it will require some minor work, plus it's due a major service. It's about time I changed...

Can I use Waze in the USA?

Following your previous advice, I use the Waze app on my iPhone for navigation. It's excellent. I'm going to do a Florida road trip in April and wondered if Waze would be suitable in the US? I'm concerned...

What's the best way to insure a young driver on a classic car policy?

We're having difficulty finding insurance for my son for a 1970 Ford Mustang Couple, left hand drive, 5.7-litre engine. He's 21 and has been driving for three years. He'll be doing less than a 1000 miles...

Will aftermarket fitment of a towbar affect my insurance?

Does the aftermarket fitment of a towbar affect the insurance rating?

I was fined £100 for overstaying in a short stay car park - do I have to pay?

I received a parking ticket on the on 4 January 2018 while sitting in my car for 36 minutes, waiting to pick up a friend from the Mayflower Terminal short stay car park. Parking Eye say the fine is £100,...

I just bought a 1993 MG RV8 - what should I look out for in terms of servicing?

I have just purchase a 1993 MG RV8 UK model with 12,500 miles on the clock. Do I need to change the cam belt or anything else that may need attention? I have got the service history, but this only states...

My son became a taxi driver but hasn't told his insurer - will he face issues because of this?

My son became a taxi driver in April last year. He has failed to advise his insurer and still has "mature student" as his occupation with them. He has just changed to a more powerful vehicle and expects...

Can my insurer increase my premium for no reason, without explanation?

I recently purchased a Nissan X-Trail. Before taking the train to pick up the car, I went online to take up the quote that I had received from Halifax insurance the previous day. I retrieved the quote...

Are Cat N vehicles safe to buy?

My 17 year old daughter is looking for her first car. Her budget is about £3500 - £4000, and she really wants a Citroen C1. She’s seen a local garage, which have a 64-plate, Cat N within her price range....

Someone drove into me but is now claiming it's my fault and that they have a witness - what shall I do?

I had an accident where I was waiting at a give way line and a car turned into the street, misjudged the space and drove into me, damaging both cars. Our cars ended up parallel to each other and I could...

I sometimes drive my own car for work purposes - should I insure it for business use or commuting?

I work most days in one office, which I commute to by bicycle or public transport. However, sometimes I go to see clients, usually at their home. If I travel to see them in my car (it’s not a company car),...

Can you recommend a reliable Euro6 van for working in London?

I have a friend who operates a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter LWB for a living in South East London and he will shortly need a Euro6 model to keep costs down for his central London trips. My friend's 2011 Sprinter...

Our neighbour leaves their engine running, unattended for 10 minutes every morning - is this illegal?

Every morning someone in our street leaves their car engine running for about 10 minutes. I think they do it to warm up the car, but it is very annoying. Are there any laws about this?

Is the dealer liable to pay for engine repairs on my two year old Audi A4?

I bought an Audi A4 from an Audi dealer two years ago. It's been serviced by them since purchase, with the last service in December 2017. It recently broke down and had to be towed to the Audi garage....

I recently hit a pothole and my car now rattles - do you know what could be wrong?

Driving down a country lane I hit a deep pothole that was covered by a puddle. I was probably going around 25-30mph. My front wheel on the passenger's side is now rattling/squeaking. It’s not constant,...

My insurer raised my premium by 130 per cent - can they do this if I never made a claim?

Last year someone bumped into the back of my car. Initially, he wanted to process a claim, so I informed my insurer, but he then decided not to claim. He paid me for the damage and no claim to any insurance...

My classic car has been stored for 20 years - what oil should I flush the engine with?

I have a 1958 MG ZB Magnette, which I'm putting back on the road after 20 years of storage. I've removed and cleaned out the sump and was considering running it for perhaps 100-200 miles on probably a...

Why can't I engage the gears in my 2001 MG MGF?

I have a 2001 MG MGF that can go into gear with the engine switched off, but I can’t get any gear with the engine on. What's the cause of this issue?

I've changed the battery in my Rover 45 - why won't it start now?

I recently changed the battery in my Rover 45 and it ran really well.The other day it started and sound like a tractor, it then died although the electrics all work. I managed to bump start it in reverse...

Are there issues with Land Rover Discovery balance shafts?

My garage advises that they have to change the balance shafts on my Land Rover Discovery Sport (less than one year old with 9300 miles). They will not advise why, only that the engine is making an unusual...

What car cover do you recommend?

My Toyota GT86 is parked outside in all weathers and it's getting bombarded with bird droppings. Would you recommend a car cover? If so, what brand or features would you look for?

Am I insured if I don't have road tax and an MoT?

Am I still insured if my car doesn't have any road tax or a valid MoT? Where do I stand?

Whats the best smartphone Navigation app?

Whats the best Navigation app to download to my iPhone?

Can you change insurance providers while a claim is ongoing?

A friend was involved in an accident involving a motorcyclist. When driving slowly in the outside lane, a motorcyclist filtering on the nearside of the car hit the side of his car fell off into the road....

What hybrid car should I buy for commuting long trips?

I'm looking for a new company car and l'm interested in hybrid vehicles due to the lower BiK rates in comparison with diesels. I will be doing regular 100-mile journeys, so need to factor in real world...

What's the difference in price when insuring a SWB van versus a LWB van?

Do Short Wheelbase and Long Wheelbase vans have different insurance costs?

How should I get rid of the soot in my DPF?

What's the best way to clean soot from a DPF?

My daughter's car was involved in a hit and run - how do we pursue the matter without claiming?

My daughter was involved in hit and run but the police are not really interested. How can I pursue this further without claiming on the insurance? I don't want her renewal quote to be sky high.