What should we consider when looking at a used hybrid?

What should we consider when looking at a used hybrid? For example, will I be faced with the cost of replacing batteries or other expensive technology. Do the 'risks' of used and the tax incentives for...

What practical and cheap to run car do you suggest to replace my ageing RAV4?

I need to replace my three-door Toyota RAV4 as I need more space and five doors. I went for the RAV4 as I live in rural Cumbria and floods/snow are likely. I do around 12,000 miles/yr and am thinking diesel...

Following an accident our car was destroyed without us being informed - should we be asking for more compensation?

Our car was involved in an accident and after informing the insurance company they arranged for their recovery team to remove the car. But the recovery team could not remove the car in time, and as the...

Should we see some used Infiniti bargains as we get nearer them pulling out of the UK?

Should we see some used Infiniti bargains as we get nearer them pulling out of the UK?

I do 25,000 miles a year - is a hybrid a good choice?

I do around 25,000 miles per year and am looking for a new vehicle. Much of my mileage is long distance (four trips each weekend of 90 miles) but travel during the week is often short commutes to work...

What's the most reliable petrol car for taxi use for a £7000 to £8000 budget?

What's the most reliable petrol car for taxi use for a £7000 to £8000 budget?

How do I stop the wipers juddering on my car?

I have cleaned the windscreen of my Yaris and replaced the blades with Bosch soft blades, but on the driver's side I still get a raking noise as the wipers seem to judder across the screen. Any ideas?

I commute 80 miles a day - should I buy an EV?

I am confused about which "green" car I should buy. I have a budget of £10k max and need to commute 40 miles each way without a charging point in my school.

I have identified someone who hit my parked car and drove off - what should I do next?

My parked car was reversed into while in a private car park. The other party did not stop and drove off. I have the details of the other party's car from CCTV, as well as clear proof that the accident...

Poor paint finish after accident repair

My Mazda 6 was damaged by another vehicle in late-2017. This required a respray and the wing re-attached to the body correctly. Recently I was jet washing my car and noticed that a circular section of...

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class as my first car?

Would a Mercedes-Benz A-Class from circa 2005 make sense for a new driver on a budget?

Soft brake pedal on Ford Focus - what's the cause?

Any ideas please on a soft/long brake pedal on a 2014 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel. I have bled the brakes and the pedal is better but then gets softer over the course of the next two/three weeks? I have checked...

Are carmakers swapping paper service histories for digital alternatives?

I bought a pre-reg Nissan Qashqai from an approved dealership and the first annual service is due next month. There was no service history book with the car and the dealership is unable/unwilling to provide...

Are Nissan's petrol engines reliable?

I'm looking at buying a Nissan Qashqai for my father. He wants petrol, as he only does short journeys now. Are Nissan's petrol engines reliable?

Which hybrid car is best in 2020?

We currently have a nine-year-old Range Rover, which we use to tow our caravan. We are selling both, but we would like to replace the car with something that is more eco-friendly and economical to run....

Best car for under-£2000?

What five-door car would you recommend under £2000?

Do any carmakers fit all-season tyres as standard?

I have run my cars on all-season tyres for years without problems. If I purchase a brand new car, is it possible to specify all season tyres from new? Or must I take delivery with the standard summer...

Brake problems with C-Class - should Mercedes-Benz cover the repair costs?

I have a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 Hybrid with 88k miles on the clock. Reversing off the drive the other morning I realised I had no brakes and had to stamp on the pedal to stop it hitting the kerb on the...

Car won't start after driving through flood water - what could the problem be?

I recently drove my BMW 1 Series through a flooded ford. The car now doesn't want to start and I get a *click* noise when I press the start button. Any idea what could be wrong?

Why will my Ford Sierra not start?

I have an issue with my 1992 Ford Sierra 1.8 diesel. It has an intermittent problem where it will occasionally not start. Any idea what the problem could be?

Ford Fiesta heater won't warm up - how can I fix it?

The blower is working on my Ford Fiesta, but it's not warming up. Any idea what the fault could be?

Why are my car's windows opening by themselves?

I have just been out to my SEAT Ateca 1.4 TSI and found all of the electric windows open. I have not used the car for three days and know they were closed when I parked the car. Any thoughts on what could...

Should Nissan cover the replacement cost of my Juke's CVT gearbox failure?

It has just been confirmed that my 2014 Juke CVT gearbox has failed at 44,500 miles. Nissan have agreed to pay 50 per cent towards cost of £7000. The car has a full service history and I've only owned...

Jaguar XJ6 rear doors won't lock

I have a 2006 Jaguar XJ6. The rear door locks have started locking only intermittently - mostly failing to lock, but occasionally locking. Is there anything you can suggest that I do or try before taking...

Are all oil brands of 5W/30 equal?

My car maker advises fully synthetic 5W/30 engine oil. Are all oil brands of 5W/30 equal?

What's the best HD dash cam for £100?

I would like a new and reliable full HD (or more) compact dash camera. It must have good night performance and a quick-release power connector/mount; ideally magnetic. Any suggestions for around £100?

Van insurance claim - can I reclaim loss of earnings?

My van hit a bicycle lying on the motorway, in the dark, that had fallen off the back of a car in front. Two tyres blew out and the van sustained some cosmetic damage to the bumper and bodywork. Fortunately...

Does a Penalty Charge Notice need to be declared to my car insurance company?

Does a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) need to be declared to a car insurance company?

Can I drive a second car under my insurance policy?

Does my insurance cover me for a second car?

My car has been incorrectly listed as scrap - what should I do?

I own a Porsche Macan S and a few days ago I received a VED road tax refund unexpectedly. The DVLA have said the car is showing up on their system as being scrapped. It's now subject to an investigation,...