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Questions from May 2019
My sat nav packed up so I've replaced it with an app on my phone. It's held on the dashboard in a phone holder. I've heard that it's unlawful to use a phone in this way. Is that correct?
Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please?
My village charity group operates a Citroen Relay minibus. As a starting backup we would like to purchase a Battery Power Pack for emergency use should the vehicle battery become flat for any reason. ...
What immobiliser should we have fitted to our keyless ignition 2016 Honda Jazz?
I'm looking for a Ford radio code for serial number V103659. Can you help?
Having three teenagers, one of whom plays the cello, we are looking for a replacement for our three-year-old Skoda Superb. The low down estate car has not helped my wife’s back problems and so we are looking...
My next car will be kept on the drive at night. From a security point of view are some makes of car less prone to being stolen? Also, what are the most effective security measures/devices that can be applied/fitted...
How do I find the serial number for a Ford stereo? I have a radio/cassette in my 1998 Ford Ka and need to get a code.
I travel 150 miles a day, up to four days a week and need a comfortable, highly economical car at an affordable price. My thinking is to get something about three years old, with about 30,000 miles on...
Are there any sound generators to mimic engine sounds on hybrids? I thought they were due to become compulsory this summer and I am frightened by how many pedestrians step out in front of me!
We are considering an EV and can install a charging point at home but public charging points are few and far between in our area. The manufacturers give ranges but we can not find the effects of the use...
My son and daughter in law will need a car to accommodate their new baby and kit. They are both six feet tall and live in a crowded city street so need a combination of internal room, modest external dimensions,...
I have a 1992 Rover Metro bought from new that has only done 31,000 miles. I would like to get a valuation on it.
Could you recommend a petrol engined car with adequate power and torque for towing a 1200kg caravan? It should have automatic torque converter transmission. My previous car was a Saab with a 2.3t engine...
We have a 2019 Ford Focus which we are very pleased with, but we are disappointed that it's not fitted with a CD player. Is there aftermarket or adaptor that can be used to play our CDs?
I bought a fully refurbished 1972 MGB Roadster seven days ago which was advertised as immaculate, in as new condition, mileometer reset to zero, essentially a new car. I have had a thorough independent...
I have managed to save around £1000 and want to buy my first classic car to keep long term. I have always liked my Fords and while I really wanted a Mk5 Cortina, I have to be realistic. I would like your...
I have £2000 to buy a small van to convert into a camper. I've seen on here that you only really suggest for that money a Ford Transit Connect. Would I be best to buy one of those or go for something much...
Most screenwashes come with a revolting perfume. Are there any odourless washes on the market?
What licence do I need to drive an Aixam or Microcar? I was told I need a provisional licence and a CBT. And where can I find one?
Can I tow a trailer tent or fold up caravan with my Toyota Hybrid?
I keep bees and have an ongoing problem of cleaning the bee droppings off the paintwork of my black (should have thought it through!) BMW X3. It's quite easy to pick off the dried up droppings with fingernails...
Buying a second-hand electric car seems to be tricky. How do you know how long the battery will last? What other things would need looking at?
My local Subaru dealer recently charged me £400 to replace the spark plugs on my 2005 Forester. They charged three hours labour as they reckoned the plugs were seized. The car was still idling badly so...
I have a 2010 Vauxhall Combo crew van with five fixed seats, five doors and four side windows plus front and full rear windscreens. The payload is 1995kg. The main use of the vehicle is for work (travel...
I've always understood that motorway X signs surrounded by a red ring are mandatory, so if you don't obey them, you deserve what you get. However, I have also seen these signs without the red ring around...
I am looking to buy a car between £15k and £17k that's fun to drive, sporty, good looking and practical with four seats. Any suggestions?
I have a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle. I am looking to buy a new car but as you can't buy Beetles anymore, is it worth hanging onto it for a while to sell it for more in the future?
I know that number plates that will not pass an MoT are illegal, but will they be picked up on ANPR cameras like the new automatic fine for driving in a lane with a red X. There are some that I've seen...
Is it too early to buy an EV? Or better to wait a while for prices (hopefully) to come down and any initial problems to be ironed out?
Could you please advise on the best speed trap/camera detector and a product that will detect and warn about speed limits on the move?
My most recent purchase was a three-year-old Skoda which cost just under £7000. I'd love to replace it at some point with an EV but I don't see how the same sort of second-hand price bracket could exist....
My 1992 Jaguar XJS 4.0 straight 6 coupe with 101,000 miles is due for a service in a couple of months. In addition to the standard items involved in a full service, is there anything else I should get...
I have replaced the incandescent bulbs in my front sidelights with LED ones and I have noticed that the light they produce has a blueish tinge. Are they legal?
Is it worth buying a classic car from Japan? What duty will I pay?
I'm looking for a used hybrid car for around £18,000. Which do you recommend for all-round performance, style, comfort and best value?
I`m thinking of buying a Morris Minor (later model 1962 onward ) fitted with the uprated 1098cc engine. Apart from corrosion, what significant mechanical problems best these vehicles?
I'm trying to find a good quality/secure steering wheel lock for a 1972 Porsche 911. The steering wheel diameter is 40cm. Any advice?
I have a light scratch mark on the bonnet of my car from some grit left on a sponge - it's not deep. Can you recommend something to polish it out?
A friend has asked by advice on returning their 1992 Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4WD back to roadworthy condition. It is in immaculate original condition but has spent the last 18 years standing in a garage....
I am looking for a cheap estate for around £5000 - what would you recommend? I'm looking at a Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Auris, Peugeot 308 or Renault Megane.
I am looking for a recommended garage/specialist to top up the air conditioning on a 2004 Toyota Corolla in the Poole, Dorset area
I have a 1960 Ford Prefect police car and want to know if iI can drive it on the roads with the signage on? Or must I remove all signs before each journey to a classic car event?
My car was in a smash and is being rebuilt. It's a Toyota Celica 1999 st200 1.8 coupe but I couldn't get the right bumper so put one on from a 1995 st202. The original st200 grill doesn't fit the st202...
I have a mobile food trailer that has been modified for my business. The maximum axle weight on the chassis is 1500kg. Is it okay to tow this or do I need to go to a weigh bridge to check it? Will the...
I bought a new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter from a Mercedes dealer in April 2016. It has a Euro5 engine so is liable to the ULEZ charge. I believe I have been sold it fraudulently as according to legislation...
I cover about 7000 miles per year. Can you suggest a hybrid or all-electric replacement for my MINI One?
I am going to look at a Vauxhall Cavalier SRi redtop car and I wanted to know what I should be looking out for and what sort of questions I should be asking?
What is the best product for repairing minor scratches on paintwork from road chippings? And is there any product for protecting the bodywork from being scratched in the first place?
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