Which city car has the best automatic gearbox?

I need to upgrade my wife's car from her 2008 Toyota Aygo. It's been great but she's never liked the semi-automatic style gearbox. Is there a decent, automatic, city car? Many thanks in advance.

We want to buy a van-conversion campervan - does the Fiat Ducato have a reliable engine?

We're buying a new or nearly new van conversion-type campervan in the next year or two, most likely a 6m long Knaus. Most big brands like Knaus are based on the Fiat Ducato and, for 2020, Fiat has just...

Is a Volvo V70R a good buy?

Volvo V70R models have suddenly come down in price with only Japanese imports available previously. I know they are a wolf in sheep's clothing but at £5000 with 300bhp they seem a steal. Anything I should...

I get the impression that buying any other car but a hybrid or electric in today's market is risky - do you agree?

I bought a 1.5 TSI VW Passat Estate GT in September and I'm very happy with the buy. I moved from a 2.0 TDI to the mid-sized petrol engine due to the overall MPG and power. This move was mainly down to...

Can you suggest an automatic that would suit me for under £4000?

I recently suffered a back injury leaving me with some discomfort and a weak left leg. I'm looking for an auto, up to 2.0-litre, 3 or 5 door hatch to suit my 6'4" frame. I have up to about £4000, giving...

Could you suggest a relatively easy to maintain and economic to fix modern classic?

Having sold my two classic Triumphs, I'm at the age where I'm having difficulty in doing full maintenance jobs but still appreciate driving and owning a classic car as my hobby. Is there a car that I could...

I'm replacing my Renault Grand Modus soon - is it smart to stick with a diesel or swap to an electric car?

I've owned a Renault Grand Modus for the last 7years. I Iike the car very much, but it's showing it's age. I have £7000 - £10,000 to spend on a used car and I have been offered £1000 for my Modus against...

I'm buying my first car - what small hatchback would you recommend?

I'm buying my first car, new or used I have no preference. I would like a five-door, manual transmission, small run around hatchback. My budget is around £10,000, although I could go higher if needed....

Do you think the Nissan Qashqai is a good buy?

I'm tempted by the 2017 Nissan Qashqai but I've seen some mixed reviews. I'm not sure whether I should buy one. What do you think?

Why are electric vehicles so expensive?

Why are electric cars so expensive? Surely nearly all the components are cheaper to produce than conventional petrol/diesel versions.

I want a diesel SUV but the future looks grim in terms of resale value for diesels - do you suggest I go for petrol instead?

I’ve just returned to the UK from New Zealand and planning to stay for three years. I was planning to buy a one or two-year-old Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento or Peugeot 5008 diesel. Good SUV with nice...

Are there any three-door hatchbacks to replace my old Audi A3 with?

I have an old three-door Audi A3. I was thinking of buying a three-door Volkswagen Gold but understand these are discontinued so I'm concerned that three-door hatchbacks are becoming rare. I want another...

Is the Renault Kadjar the best automatic crossover or should I look at other alternatives?

At present, I own a 2016 Vauxhall Mokka which I am very happy with but I would like something more comfortable. I'm 6'3" tall and well into my retirement years. I need an automatic crossover and the one...

What car do you suggest for a long motorway commute?

I'm looking at replacing our current car for a nice, fuel-efficient car for our daily commute. Currently, I drive a 140-mile round trip every working day so looking for something that's frugal, yet isn’t...

Can I drive a microcar on a full UK licence?

I have a full UK driving and motorcycle licence. Can I drive a microcar?

Is Ford keeping the Mondeo in production?

Is Ford keeping the Mondeo in production or not? If they are, is the Vignale still going to be offered? Also, is the Powershift automatic gearbox still going to be used? The dealers don't seem to be able...

I want to replace my Ford C-Max soon - what Estate do you suggest?

I'm thinking of replacing my Ford C-Max next year. The contenders are a Volvo V50, Skoda Octavia Estate or VW Passat Estate? What are the pitfalls of purchasing a high mileage vehicle (75,000+ miles and...

What small crossover would you recommend?

I'm considering buying a small SUV and have narrowed it down to three options, all petrol automatics: Peugeot 2008, Mazda CX3 or Suzuki Vitara. Which would you recommend? Or am I missing an obvious alternative?

I'll be moving to a more rural area soon - is buying a Porsche Taycan a smart idea?

I'm downsizing my home and hope to return to my West Lancashire roots next year; somewhere rural with a garage. I fancy a Porsche Taycan - I love its looks and running costs are obviously more important...

I'm looking to buy a hybrid SUV - which do you think I should look at?

What's the best hybrid SUV?

Garage is telling me to look for a secondhand engine or scrap my van - what should I do?

I took my Fiat Doblo (86,000 miles) for a regular service and MoT to my normal garage, who I feel are trustworthy. On that morning, and afterwards at the garage, the car was found to be misfiring and smoking...

Would a 1999 vehicle be covered by classic car insurance?

I've been offered a 1999 Lexus GS300. Could you tell me if it comes under classic car insurance?

How much would an average condition Ford Escort be worth?

I'm trying to reach a reasonable value for a 1992 Ford Escort 1.4 base model (3-door). How much do you think it would be worth if I put it up for sale?

Does aluminium foil prevent keyless theft?

To enter my car, one has to use the remote locking key. Is aluminium foil a sufficient way to prevent a theft attempt by someone without the key?

Is it smart to buy a 10-year-old Range Rover Sport?

Is a 10-year-old Range Rover Sport TDV6 good value at £8000 with 99,000 miles on it?

Can I combine a dash camera with a reverse parking camera?

I recently bought a Land Rover Discovery and am very pleased with it. Unlike my previous vehicle, it didn't come with a reversing camera. What is the best retro-fit model and, as I am also interested in...

I'm looking at two used cars, one LPG and one diesel - which is the better choice?

I'm looking to buy a secondhand, seven-seater car that runs on LPG. I wanted an LPG car because I'm looking for a way to save money on fuel costs. However, I never had an LPG car before. I've shortlisted...

I have £13k to buy a new family car - what do you suggest?

I'm thinking about a new family car to replace our Saab 9-5 Estate as it's 10 years old and very expensive to run. But it's also very nice to travel over distance in and sufficiently swift. So what should...

I'm looking to replace my Daihatsu Terios - what would be a suitable new car?

I love my Daihatsu Terios, which I have had now for about 10 years. I call it the Tardis as it is deceptively roomy. I'm now looking to buy something similar - high driving position and not too wide or...

How do I restore cloudy headlights?

Do you have any suggestions for cleaning cloudy headlamps?

I'm about to replace my SEAT Leon FR with an Arona FR - is there a big difference between them?

I'm going from a SEAT Leon FR to an Arona FR. What is the difference speed-wise, please?

MY five year old MINI Cooper just failed the MoT, needing a total rear brake replacement - is this a common fault?

My MINI Cooper kist failed its MoT because it needs a total rear brake replacement. I was told it had warped rear callipers, worn rear disks, pads and sensors - which were required at 29,000 miles. The...

I've been charged £455 for a cracked windscreen on a hired van - can I avoid paying if it wasn't my fault?

I have just returned a rental van to the hire company. During my time in the vehicle, a stone was thrown up from a truck in front and cracked the windscreen. The hire company has said this is not covered...

Should I go for petrol or diesel with my next car?

I'm thinking of replacing my 2012 diesel Volvo V50 with a 3 or 4 year old Porsche Macan. Should I go for the 2.0 petrol rather than the diesel variant? We will not be towing anything so don't need the...

The engine management light has come on in my year old car - is the dealership under any obligation to sort this out?

I bought my Volkswagen Tiguan from a local VW dealer just over 12 months ago for £14,000. It has only done 26,500 miles. The engine management light has come on but there is no problem with slowing down...

Can you help me decide which car to go for on PCP?

I'm buying a vehicle on PCP with a choice of a Lexus UX with premium and tech safety pack or a Vauxhall Grandland X Ultimate - which is £100 cheaper per month. Servicing on the Lexus is 10,000 or one year,...

I'm retired and want to replace my diesel car - what do you suggest?

I'm thinking of changing my diesel Honda CR-V. My local dealer has a SEAT Tarraco 1.5 Evo SE Tech at £21k if registered before the end of October - which seems a very good deal. Also, what is your opinion...

I want a new Audi A6. My heart is saying petrol but the wallet is screaming diesel - which should I go for?

I’m considering buying a new Audi A6 next year, but I can’t make up my mind on which engine I should pick. I live in London and don’t do more than 6000 miles per year, I’d say 80% of which is city driving....

Could you recommend a seven-seater for a narrow driveway?

We have a very narrow driveway and are thinking of buying a seven-seater to house two children's car seats (one three-year-old and one newborn) and two adults and luggage most of the time. Occasionally,...

I want a dual dash camera setup - will my insurer consider it a modification to my vehicle?

I have a BMW X5 and am considering having dealer fitted front and rear cameras fitted. The rear-facing camera is fairly unobtrusive but the front one is pretty conspicuous. I have some concerns about this....

Do electric car batteries lose charge if not used for a period of time?

I live in the London suburbs and drive 5000 miles per year (mostly in London with most return journeys no longer than 130 miles) so I am thinking about an electric car when I replace my current car. My...

I have £12k to replace my aging E-Class Estate - what reliable, diesel Estate do you suggest?

I currently have a 2011 Mercedes E250 CDI Estate, which has nearly done 100,000 miles. I do around 24,000 miles a year, mainly commuting on B roads to my business. I use it to carry stock between two shops...

Is there any reason to buy a Mercedes B-Class to replace my Vauxhall Meriva apart from badge prestige?

I'm looking to replace a Meriva A and am looking at a Meriva B, which seems the best value to buy used. A Dacia Logan, which is slightly more expensive used, is cheaper to run. A Mercedes-Benz B-Class...

Is a red cross over a smart motorway lane advisory or mandatory?

Is a red cross over a smart motorway lane advisory or mandatory? If it's the latter, what is the offence for driving in it?

I have a Shenen sat nav - how do I update the map software?

How do I update the maps on my Shenen satnav?

I want to buy an older car - would you recommend a 2007 Mazda MX-5 or a 1997 Honda CR-X?

I'm looking to purchase an older/classic car and looking for some advice. I'm looking at two currently: a 2007 Mazda MX-5 1.8 and a 1997 Honda CR-X 1.6. The Honda has done just over 53,000 miles, has a...

Can I make my Euro5 vehicle Euro6 compliant to avoid ULEZ charges?

I have Hyundai IX35 2.0 CDI which I use for towing my streetfood kitchen (converted horsebox and trailer bbq) but it is not Euro6 compliant. What is required to make it compliant and is this expensive?...

What are some important towing tips I should know?

Could you offer some towing advice?

I'm looking for a car to transport my mum's mobility scooter - what do you recommend?

I'm looking for a secondhand automatic car to transport my mum's mobility scooter. I would like a vehicle that has two additional seats in the back for passengers. Presumably, I would need a vehicle that...

Can you recommend a product to restore the look of my matte black glove box which won't result in a glossy finish?

I recently bought a used Toyota Auris. Unfortunately, it has scuff marks on the front of the glove box, which is a matte black vinyl material. You've previously recommended Meguiar's Black Plastic Restorer...