I can't trickle charge my car. Can I piggy-back power from a fully charged, matching battery?

I'm not always wanting to drive my 2003 Volkswagen Golf 30-odd miles once every two weeks during this time of year to keep my battery charged due to low usage. I have no electric available within my garage,...

Should I pay a private parking fine?

For the last 30 years, I've been using the Halfords near me. Recently, they have signs from UKPS that you can't park on the left side of the building. Halfords have sold this land to a neighbour's business....

Are there grants for electric vans?

Are there grants for an electric Renault Kangoo Maxi?

How much is my classic MB worth?

What would be a realistic value to expect for selling my 1971 MGB GT with chrome bumpers? A purist will want to do work on it, an enthusiast will happily drive around and tinker. Any recommendations for...

Can you recommend a dash cam with quick file transfer speed?

Can you recommend a dash cam that can record inside and outside the car with a quick download time so I can view files quickly? My nextbase 412GW takes forever. Many thanks.

We bought a vehicle that isn't fit for purpose. How do we get our money back?

My daughter just bought a horsebox that was converted for her. She took delivery on Friday. She took it for a drive yesterday after she taxed it, but oil is pouring out of the head gasket area and dripping...

What small van do you suggest on a £3000 budget?

My niece has started her own business selling pet food. She now needs a small van to help with the deliveries. Her budget is £2000 - £3000. Admittedly, she's only going to get a high mileage van, but...

How do I proceed when the Motor Ombudsman says they can't do any more?

I have an Audi Q3, which has a prominent clicking noise (and feel) in the steering wheel, developed about two years from new. It was discovered while the car was under warranty. Audi failed to fix it,...

How is road tax calculated for cars over £40,000?

I'm mystified about the cost of road tax for vehicles over £40,000 when new. Does one pay the exorbinant amount for the life of the vehicle or is this for a set period and then the tax reverts back to...

Which is better, the Audi A1 or Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

I’m retiring soon and wish to treat myself and buy a nearly-new petrol, manual car. Bearing in mind servicing cost, depreciation and resale - should I buy an Audi A1 Sportback or a Mercedes A180? Thanks.

Are used BMW 3 Series really expensive to own?

I read about the BMW 3 Series being reliable, but servicing, repairs and - I imagine - insurance is a lot more expensive than for non-premium cars. I see lots of these high-mileage, diesel cars looking...

Will my 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK appreciate in value if I keep it in good condition?

I have a 2000 Mercedes SLK - which I purchased from a friend a year ago. I'm retired and don't do many miles in a year. The car has done over 140k miles but passed the MoT with no advisories in September....

My car won't start and when it does, I lose power steering. What's the issue?

I have a 2010 SEAT Ibiza. Occasionally it won’t start, so I have to jump-start it. Also, if I slam the bonnet down and the car is off, it will not start either. Today, I jumped it and it started but the...

I replaced the battery in my car but it still says it's low. What's wrong?

I have replaced the battery in my 2011 Vauxhall Astra (not a stop/start), but the battery saver active warning keeps appearing and shutting the car down when I try to use it. What’s wrong with it? It’s...

Should I get my four year old car serviced by an independent garage?

What are the disadvantages of having my Skoda Superb serviced locally now that it’s 4 years old? It has only driven 13,000 miles.