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Questions from April 2019
I have a windscreen suction mount on my dash cam. It works fine on cloudy days however when the car is parked up with sunshine beating down on the windscreen it dries out and loses the suction, then falls...
I currently have a Ford Ka+ and am very happy with it but worry about owning a petrol car into the future. I don't drive to work so like to keep the car in the garage in the week so it needs to be quite...
What is the life span now for petrol cars? With electric cars coming in the research I have done says 2040 petrol cars will be phased out. If you own a petrol car by this date will you still be able to...
How do I protect my car key signal from being stolen electronically when my car is parked?
I have just had to replace the plastic headlights on my Volvo V70 and would like a recommendation on how to protect and preserve them, to stop them from going cloudy again. Is car polish and wax enough...
The dreaded MoT is fast approaching for my much loved twenty-year-old Audi TT Quattro. I have a nasty feeling both the catalytic converters have or are about to expire. In the winter months, I get a lot...
What is the best product for cleaning grey leather seats?
I travel with dogs a lot - in my car and in my motorhome. Could you tell me what the laws are for these journeys?
What are the implications of a no deal Brexit when driving to an EU country?
I'm thinking of buying an electric car but I drive a lot in France. What is the situation with charging points and fees please?
I recently had an engine fault light come on. I took the car to my local garage and they ran a diagnostic - it came up with a rear lambda sensor fault. They cleared the code and told me that it would be...
I'm what you'd call a below average wage earner and I'm looking to buy a Ford Cortina of the mid to late 70's early 80's. The model with the very curved rear arches that had me watching them on the roads...
I have had a five-gallon metal can of unleaded petrol in the garage for more than three years. Does it deteriorate?
I’ve sold my classic Citroen DS to someone in Doncaster and the car is in Exeter. How do we safely conclude sending/receiving funds and car?
Could you please advise me how to get diesel out of the tank of my car that is possibly going to be written off? There is £40 worth in and we've tried to syphon it out but there is a something stopping...
What are the best estate cars for around £10k that you can get? We want something that is reliable, comfy and with a few toys. We have a 2014 Golf GT TDI at the moment that we would replace.
I saw a traffic enforcement camera vehicle near a school with the council logo on the side. I heard these are monitor parking and issuing PCNs to those who park illegally near schools. Do these also issue...
I've heard a lot of comments about the 1.5 TSI engine in Volkswagen Group cars and hesitation problems. Other than that it would suit me well, probably in a Skoda Superb.
What is the current state of affairs?
BMW declines to retrofit a reversing camera to one of their used cars. I would appreciate your opinion on the suitability of the various kits available?
My step-daughter has just been quoted £130 for an SD card to update the built-in navigation in her 2013 Vauxhall Corsa. My son-in-law was quoted even more for a DVD to update his BMW. How do the manufacturers...
I am yet to apply for my motorbike licence and I am eligible to go for a full licence. However, I am not sure if its worth to go for the full licence? My commute to work has a journey of 35-40 miles each...
Are aftermarket tyre pressure monitoring systems safe and how much do they cost?
I am looking for a small automatic car that has a torque converter gearbox - what do you suggest?
I understand Skoda is launching a new crossover called the Kamiq. Can you please advise if this is a worthy replacement for the Yeti? I require a petrol to replace my Yeti diesel but I am a little bowled...
What cleaner/shampoo would you recommend for cleaning seatbelts and light-coloured fabric upholstery?
My Peugeot 2008 has quite a lot of chrome trim - what would be your recommendation to keep this in good condition?
I own a 2015 Mercedes E350 Cabriolet. I wanted to have a towbar fitted but apparently, it is not approved for this which surprised me. I want to carry two electric cycles. Is there a suitable boot mounted...
We currently run a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer PHEV Hybrid. We also have a couple of e-bikes. The car can't be fitted with a tow-bar, for attachment of a bike carrier, nor will the tailgate allow for a...
What is the best colour restorer for my black plastic trim which insists on staying grey?
I like the Z Edge dashcams you have reviewed. However as you mention they do not have GPS. How important is this? If there is a crash in front of you which you film, why is your speed important? Surely...
Can you recommend a vehicle I could load with a mobility scooter using ramps rather than having to buy a specially converted vehicle?
My daughter, who is 17, is currently learning to drive. What cars would you recommend for her as a first car? Reliability and safety are paramount, I have a budget of £2000.
My 2007 Jaguar XKR soft-top is in need of some TLC. The car is kept outside on my drive and the fabric is beginning to look a bit tired with some discolouration in places. The fabric is a light tan colour...
My son has an Audi Q7 with half leather seats. What is the best way and the best products to use to clean the suede type upholstery in the middle of the seats?
I would like to swap my 15-plate BMW 1 Series M Sport for an electric car to do the school run, which is a 20-mile round trip, and occasionally a 65-mile run to the airport. On the assumption there is...
I currently have a 9-year-old Freelander 2 which limits the downhill speed in bad winter weather to about 3 mph down a narrow private country hill road where I live. I am considering replacing the Freelander...
I live in London within a mile of the proposed new extended boundary of the South/North Circular for the ULEZ, due to start in October 2021. I drive a 2013 Kia Sorento CRDi, which I need to tow my caravan...
A friend and I have decided to drive down to Italy and meet our wives (they are flying down) for a weeks holiday. We thought we would take in the Nurburgring for a lap or two. We need to buy a car to get...
I saw an advert for a dash camera app for my iPhone. Are any of dash cam apps worth getting and would they be as efficient as a proper dash cam?
I am interested in buying a small camper (Transit size). I am concerned about new diesel regulations but I want to be able to tour Europe. What base model would you advise? Can you get small vans run on...
We are thinking of buying a hybrid car for up to £20,000. Which would you go for and why?
I'm starting a new job and will travel 120 miles round trip each day, about half motorway and half A/B roads. I don't know if it'd be better to buy new, take out a finance deal or buy a high mileage secondhand...
What apps do I need for a holiday trip around the south coast and West Country with my new e-Golf?
Can you recommend an electric car polisher for home use, please?
I have just taken my 2016 Ford Kuga in for its three year/30,000 mile service. Ford apparently does not change the brake fluid unless you specifically ask for it to be done and it is at extra cost? Surely...
I am looking for a retirement car. The vehicle should be comfortable - as we will do around 7k motorway miles a year - as well as having a practical boot for a dog. Overall mileage will be around 11k per...
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