As long as they don't exit their vehicle, can over 70s still drive when in isolation?

You gave out info regarding driving while in isolation/over 70's, saying that if taking the car out we could not exit the car for any reason. You said the info came from Public Health. As I and most of...

Coronavirus has negatively affected my business - can I reject a new PCP because of the situation?

I have a new PCP, less than 30 days old. I got it before Covid19 had massive effects on the UK. I’m self employed and this has had huge effects on my business. Am I able to reject my car because of this?

Can a SORN'd car be test driven by a prospective buyer without tax?

My car is SORN'd, as it's no longer in use, pending a sale. Can it be taken on a short test drive without having to tax it for a whole month. If so, would my insurance still be valid?

My car needs £16,000 worth of repairs for a water-damaged engine - am I liable?

I purchased a 2018 BMW X6 with a full service history and warranty until 25 October 2020. It has 22,500 miles on the clock. 140 miles into a journey, a regular clunking sound came from the engine. The...

We are storing our car due to Coronavirus - are there precautions to take to keep it in good order?

My Toyota Prius (17 reg) is mainly used for short runs, up to about 35 miles.This has never caused me any problems, however, in the present times, l feel it is likely to be used even less. We're in our...

I ordered a new car, which is now delayed indefinitely cause of Coronavirus - can I cancel to get my deposit back?

I ordered a new Skoda in late February and was told a factory order would be three months. Skoda has now told me all factories in the EU will be closed on a temporary basis due to Coronavirus. I now have...

Can we reject a car if it's dripping oil?

My daughter purchased a 17-plate Fiat 500 five months ago. It started dripping oil yesterday. When checking the oil level, she found white foam. She's a key worker and needs transport. Can she reject the...

If people begin storing their cars for self isolation - will all the alarms go off as the batteries degrade?

If a car battery slowly degrades because of lack of use during the Covid-19 four months' isolation period, will the alarm go off at some point and continue to do so? I'm thinking of many people in my area...

I can no longer meet my car's finance payments - is there anything I can do to request a new arrangement before repossession?

My car is due to be repossessed this month. Is there anything that can support my request to come to a new arrangement? I can no longer meet the payment required to stop repossession as all my contracts...

Can you recommend a good diesel car for motorway journeys?

I’m considering changing our 2009 Ford Focus 1.8, which is still running well with 70,000 miles on the clock. It’s used as the second family car mainly for local journeys of 15 to 20 miles but we also...

Coronavirus means that I may need to cancel the car that I've just ordered - where do I stand?

I ordered an expensive Range Rover to my specification a few weeks ago, which the dealer advises is now ready. I paid a deposit at the time of order. Due to the Coronavirus situation and the economic impact...

If my car is serviced late because of Coronavirus, will it void the warranty?

My Hyundai Tuscon is booked into the Hyundai dealer for an annual service as it has a three year warranty left. If the garage closes due to coronavirus and the service is carried out when it eventually...

Do you any tips for improving fuel economy?

Several months ago I purchased 2018 Ford Focus automatic. It's fine to drive but seems to use a lot of fuel. How can I reduce the petrol consumption? Turn off traction control? Switch to eco mode (it...

Salesman told me my car had cruise control but it doesn't - can I reject the vehicle?

The salesman told me my Ford Fiesta ST has adaptive cruise control but it doesn’t and it can’t be retrofitted. Can I reject the car? The manager says Terms and Conditions says specs can change, but surely...

What do I do if my MoT ends while I'm self isolating?

I'm currently self isolating (am 70 next Friday), however, my service/MoT is due. Is there any news from the DVLA about how it plans to deal with this, We do not have off road parking.

What antifreeze should I use in my car?

Can you tell what type or brand of antifreeze I need for my 2005 Subaru Forester?

Do you know of any portable, fast charging gear connectable to a three-pin socket in a house?

I'm thinking about buying an electric vehicle together with fast re-charging gear to be installed in my garage. From time to time I visit my daughter in London, about 190 miles away, and would need to...

I bought a used Nissan Navara without knowing about the chassis corrosion recall - what now?

I recently purchased a secondhand Nissan Navara, which I have been informed (by DVLA) has a manufacturer recall on this vehicle that has not been resolved. The recall is for chassis corrosion and cracking....

Would a Land Rover Freelancer diesel automatic be reliable?

What’s your opinion on a 2005/2006 Mk1 Land Rover Freelancer diesel automatic for reliability?

My MoT expires while I'm self isolating due to Coronavirus - what should I do afterwards?

My MoT expires while I'm self isolating because a family member my have Coronavirus. I have cancelled the previously arranged appointment for the MoT but does this mean that I cannot use the car when the...

Can you suggest a tracking device for my car?

Can you advise on a tracking device for a Range Rover Evoque. It's required by Direct line insurance.

What should I do if I'm self isolating (over 70) and my MoT is due to run out?

I'm an elderly car driver over 70 and, as you know, we have been told to self-isolate for four months. In two months time, my MoT runs out. Should I inform the DVLA of this because when the isolation period...

Can I store my car for months on end because of Coronavirus with a full tank of fuel?

If I store my 2006 Nissan X-Trail 2.5-litre petrol with nearly a full tank of super unleaded, will the petrol have deteriorated too much when I start using it again?

A dealer sold me a defective car a few days ago - can I return it for my money back?

Yesterday (March 18), I traded in my car for a used Qashqai at a Nissan dealer. Car is registered 11 months ago with 3700 miles. Serviced by the Nissan dealer on 24 Feb 2020. I drove it towards home for...

Our Nissan Qashqai hesitates and judders when accelerating - is this an issue with the auto box?

My wife has a 2013 Nissan Qashqai auto with just under 20,000 miles on the clock. When pulling away and accelerating, there is no problem - but when moving slowly and accelerating, the car judders, hesitates...

How long do I need to run my car to keep the battery charged if I'm quarantined because of Coronavirus?

I am about to be quarantined for three months. I propose to run my car weekly. How long do I need to run it to keep the battery charged? Anything else I need to do?

How can we look after our car if we're quarantined for three months?

As we (both in our 70s) will be self isolating for three months, what is the best thing to do to look after our cars? We have a Volvo V70 D4 and a Seat Ibiza (petrol). I am always worried when it comes...

Should I accept an offer for my car of hold off because of Coronavirus?

I had a very good offer from a trader for my car now even if not buying another just yet. Do you think trade in prices will plunge in the next few weeks? Also, should one be able to buy in a few weeks,...

My car needs £12k+ worth of repairs and I've only owned it for a few months - what should I do?

I have a 2014 Mazda CX-5, which I have owned for seven months. I purchased from a car trader. Last week, it failed very suddenly with loss of power and black smoke from the exhaust, there were no warning...

I have a UK licence, converted from a French licence - will I need to take a UK test to drive a motorhome?

I passed the driving test in 1989 in France and converted it to UK driving licence in 1998. I'm looking at motorhome and just realised my licence does not include C1 so they took the assumption my licence...

Will the manufacturer contribute towards as a premature failure of a major part?

My Audi Q5 TDI Quattro was bought new in December 2014. It has covered 75,000 miles and has been serviced regularly by Audi dealers. At a recent service, the garage said that a new drive shaft is required...

Coronavirus self-isolation advice for the over-70s - can I still drive my car?

It appears that the Government will be 'forcing' the over-70's to stay indoors. Surely, I can take my car out for a drive (on my own, windows shut and full tank of fuel)? Not only will it keep the car...

Can I make essential shopping trips without a valid MoT if it can't be done because of coronavirus?

Our car MoT runs out on 3 April. We have to self isolate as my wife receives annual flu jabs. Will I be able to make essential food shopping journeys if I can't renew MoT, and will insurance be valid?

Is my classic car tax exempt?

My car was first registered on 8 Jan 1980. Heritage Certificate build date of 22/23 March 1979. DVLA says it's not exempt. Tax is due 1 April 2020. Is my car Tax Exempt or not?

Is my J Reg (1992) Defender 90 a classic?

I own a J Reg (1992) ex-MOD Defender 90; 69HP, naturally-aspirated diesel. I am concerned that I will be caught out by tax changes based on the CO2 it produces. I do few miles, mainly off road. Given...

What oil can I use in my classic car?

I have a 1993 Mini Mayfair that has only covered 30,000 miles and has been run on 20/50 Classic vehicle oils. I have been given five lots of Magnatec 10/30 oil. Is this okay to use in my car?

Is it wise to buy a test car from a dealer?

I've been looking at buying a BMW test car from a main dealer. It's a 2012 model that was only registered last month. It has all the bells and whistles, the mileage is 1500 and includes a three-year (as...

Is juddering a common issue on Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG models?

I get a very bumpy ride and juddering with my Mercedes E43 AMG 4MATIC. Signs of early tyre wear too. The car has a limited turning circle and severe juddering on the steering and tyres. We are complaining...

I need a part for my old car, but it's no longer available - what should I do?

We are using a 1995 Volvo 850 estate that has given us excellent service since bought used in 1998. However, recently we have experienced a very occasional failure of the direction indicators which led...

Do insurers need notified if I use a dash cam?

If I fit a dash camera into my car, do I need to inform my insurance company?

How many miles and/or years are electric vehicle battery packs supposed to last?

Now that I'm retired an electric vehicle seems to be the most practical, if not the cheapest, option to replace my Ford Mondeo estate. Being on a fixed and limited budget now, I'm looking at secondhand...

How many (licensed) Porsche 944 models are left on UK roads?

How many 1982 registered/1983 Porsche 944s are left on UK roads (licensed)?

What used saloon do you suggest I buy?

I need a car now I'm retired and no longer have a company car. I really don't want to spend much more on a used car than £16,000. My must haves are: an auto, reversing camera, sat nav and ideally three...

Is buying an electric car for commuting realistic at the moment?

My daily commute is a 180-mile round trip on a variety of motorway sections, roundabout filled dual carriage ways and B roads. I currently drive a 2009 Citroen C5 diesel automatic. Tax is a whacking £350...

How do I get my radio off LOCK10?

My son has a Ford Fiesta radio. We put some wrong codes in the radio, it is now showing locked 10. Do you know how to unlock it as I now have the correct code?

Which small cars have a proper automatic gearbox?

My wife is disabled so she needs a small(ish), automatic, petrol car with easy access. I am insistent that it has a proper auto box as I have read too many reports of unreliable and expensive to repair...

Tyre fitter scuffed my car's alloys - do I have a legal right for them to pay for replacements?

I have just had two new tyres fitted by my local tyre fitters. During the fitting of the new tyres to the wheels, they scored each of the spokes on both alloys in a constant radius. They apologised and...

I just bought a 1997 Jaguar XK8. Do you have any advice in terms of maintenance and servicing?

I just purchased a one owner 1997 Jaguar XK8 with 50,000 miles on the clock. It has been garaged and is in excellent condition. It has 22 services stamped in the service book but there is no accompanying...

My car is booked for an MoT soon - can I still take it in?

My car is booked in for service and MoT soon. What happens if the government introduces further measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus and I am unable to take my car in on the date booked? As my...

Which is more accurate, the speed shown on a speedometer or a sat nav?

On the occasions I use my smartphone as a sat nav, I get a readout of the speed of the car on the screen. It always shows a slower speed than my speedometer by 3-4mph. Since this can make all the difference...