Can I plan a route without smart motorways?

Is there any way to find a route from Bookham Surrey to Newcastle upon Tyne which avoids all the SMART suicidal motorways ?

Which Freelander 2 is best for reliability?

What's the best Land Rover Freelander 2 model for reliability?

Should I get paint protection on a new car?

Is paint protection worth having?

I need a small, automatic SUV - what would you suggest?

We have an old BMW 330i and a newer Suzuki Ignis and are looking to replace both with one car that my wife can park easily in town but also can undertake infrequent longer journeys up the motorway with...

Is the Skoda Citigo any good?

Is the Skoda Citigo a good car to buy?

My car was stolen but my insurer won't pay out because I didn't declare penalty points?

I recently had my car stolen. I had received 6 penalty points a couple of months previously and did not realise I had to tell the insurance company. They have said they will not pay my claim because of...

I need a secondhand family car to accommodate my two teenagers, what should I go for?

I have two teenagers aged 11 and 13yrs. I am looking for a fairly new car, ideally with one owner, ULEZ compliant and leather seats. I occasionally travel to Wales but would be using it mostly to commute...

I think my car has been given a fraudulent MoT - what should I do?

I bought a used Smart Fortwo in February. I had intended to place the car into storage for a few weeks around 30 miles away. During the drive, I noticed a pretty horrendous metal grinding noise coming...

What will road tax on a £40,000+ electric car be in 2025?

What will road tax on a £40,000+ EV be in 2025?

I need to swap my Mazda 2 for something with a bigger boot, what would you suggest?

I recently purchased a Mazda 2 auto hybrid. The car is okay but the boot is too small for my needs. Can you recommend a similar spec but with bigger luggage area for about £20,000? Would probably have...

Was my six-year Hyundai service carried out correctly?

I have a 2017 Hyundai i10 that was due for its 6 years/ 60,000 miles service. After booking the car in, the dealer has completed an eSentials Full Service. However, they have neglected to change the gearbox...

Can I change my tyres for a better ride?

My Toyota Auris has tyres that are 205/55/16. An option on the car is 195/65/15. I'm after a softer, quieter ride and I wondered if 'downgrading' to the 65 section tyres would be noticeable?

Does a car previously being a taxi affect its used value?

I have had a 2018 Ford Tourneo Custom for the past 2 and half years. It is a lovely van and we have looked after it (regularly serviced and cleaned). The only issue is, it was a taxi for the first 2 and...

Can listening to the radio cause a flat battery?

Does playing the radio with engine switched off cause battery to go flat within 20mins?

A car for sale is advertised as one owner but a vehicle check shows three - should I walk away?

I am buying a car from a car supermarket for a good price. I asked the salesperson how many owners it had and got an email stating one owner and full service history. I paid for a car check and it came...

My new car has not been delivered yet, when will it be registered?

My new Citroen eC4 was ready for delivery in November 2022 but it has still not arrived? When will it be registered?

Can a damaged alloy wheel be repaired?

Can damaged alloy wheels be repaired?

Are there any new electric cars with petrol generators like the Vauxhall Ampera?

Are there any new cars electric drive with petrol to charge the battery like the Vauxhall Ampera?

What PHEVs have the longest range?

What is the best PHEV to buy with a 50+ mile range?

A website called car-rate.co.uk has charged me a £100 fee - how do I contest this?

www.car-rate.co.uk have hit me with £100 fee. Can I contest as I do not remember using this site?

What car would be suitable for myself and my wife, who is five feet tall?

My wife is approximately five feet tall and has difficulty with visibility and reaching the controls in many cars. We currently have two cars, a Ford Kuga for me and the caravan and a Vauxhall Corsa for...

What is the cheapest new car to buy in the UK for cash please?

What is the cheapest new car to buy in the UK for cash please? Less than £15,000.

The speed humps in my area are very harsh, is there anything the council can do about this?

Recently the council have installed flat topped sleeping policemen, even when driving over these slowly they cause a jarring to the car. I have checked the specifications for these and nowhere does it...

I need to replace my Volkswagen Polo with something big enough for a six-footer that is ULEZ-compliant?

My husband is well over six feet tall and struggles with small car leg and headroom. He also loathes driving my 2013 Volkswagen Golf because of its electronic handbrake. His car is a 2003 1.9L TDI Polo...

I need a cheap car with easy access for my wife who uses a wheelchair?

I need a 2/3 door car large with a wide open passenger door. My wife has a wheelchair that slides into the passenger seat. I have a 3-door Volkswagen Polo which works, however, I sold my previous Hyundai...

The black plastic trim on my new car keeps turning grey - what can I do about it?

I purchased a Hyundai Ioniq 5 in April last year. On taking delivery of the car the gap between the wheel trims and the wheel arches was full with a white powder. I was told this was residue from the protective...

The battery in my key keeps draining, what could the problem be?

My 3 year old 14,000 miles Volkswagen Golf (which I love) is eating through key batteries and the keys were replaced last June under warranty. It’s still happening and the batteries were replaced 3 weeks...

Are vehicles like cherry pickers MoT exempt?

I'm buying a cherry picker, which is built on an IVECO Daily body? Are these MoT exempt?

What's the best SUV to buy?

I've been offered either a Nissan Qashqai or a Citroenn C5 Aircross on similar finance. I'm not sure which one to go for can you help?

I'm looking for a vintage car to use as a daily driver, what would you suggest?

I'm looking for a vintage car to use as a daily driver, what can you recommend?

Are disabled drivers exempt from road tax?

My wife is the registered keeper of our car, she has received adult disability benefit from September last year. How does she claim for exemption from the road tax?

Our car was hit by a disqualified driver - will their insurance pay out?

I was hit by another driver who now looks to be a disqualified driver. Should his insurance still cover our damages?

Does the Honda CR-V 2.0-litre VTEC have an issue with oil leaks?

I’ve seen a 2018 Honda CR-V for sale for £21,995 and after making a few inquiries l read that some models had engine oil leaks. Is this something you are aware of? Also do you think this is a good buy?...

What's a good replacement for a Lexus CT200h?

We are looking for a replacement for a 12 year old Lexus CT200 which had all the bells and whistles in its day. We also have a Honda CR-V so don't need another 'big' car. It will be a second car but we...

I ordered a new car in October 2022 but it won't be delivered until 2024 - is this normal?

I ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross in Oct 2022 and was told delivery would be second quarter of 2023. This was then amended to November, then October and now it’s January 2024 with a possibility it could...

I need a 4WD petrol estate with a manual gearbox - what are my options?

We have a Mazda 6 petrol estate which we like, but would like to have the option for 4wd. We use the car largely to drive heavily laden between the Home Counties and Scotland. The other issue with the...

Are there still issues with the Ford 1.0 EcoBoost engine?

I'm looking at buying a Ford Fiesta, between 2016 - 2019 plate. Are there still issues with the EcoBoost engines?

My car has only covered 1100 miles in the last year, does it still need a service?

I have only travelled 1100 miles in the last year and my service is due, is it worth getting a service? Should I need to get a service so soon? I also have 18 years no claim bonus, shall I still protect...

Does the Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI have sufficient performance?

I looking at buying a VW Golf 1.2TSI 82PS. The car is mainly for work and around town, but will involve motorway travel for days out on a regular basis. Will the car be powerful enough for overtaking,...

Why is my new MG5 suffering from condensation?

I've just bought an MG5. The only problem is it’s bad with condensation but when I put the heater on it drains the battery. Can you help?

I want a large petrol estate to replace my current Volkswagen Passat, what are my options?

I have a 2.0 litre petrol Volkswagen Passat estate and am looking to replace it this autumn. Given that there isn't a petrol Passat with the same power what are my options in a similar(ish) price bracket...

Is is possible to buy a back-up battery for an electric car?

With a petrol/diesel car you can carry a can of fuel for emergencies - what's the equivalent for an EV? I have seen ZipCharge units in the USA, but they are very expensive. Is there a reasonably priced...

I'm looking for estate or medium SUV for long road trips, what should I buy?

I drive about 18,000 miles a year; two 3000 mile road trips each year and then the rest is a mix of around town and 50 miles on the motorway. I'm looking for either an estate or a medium SUV. For the road...

Is my Honda Jazz Hybrid delivering the right fuel consumption?

I bought my new Honda Jazz from a main dealer in 2022. The main reason I decided to change from my previous three-year-old year old Jazz was the expected over 60mpg. For the first several weeks the car...

The paint on the roof of my Hyundai i20 is peeling off - will the whole roof have to be repainted?

The paint on the roof of my 12 plate Hyundai i20 is ‘delaminating’. I can get a fingernail under the edge of the paint and lift it off as if it were not adhered to the primer underneath. Does this mean...

My Toyota C-HR has a thin film over the paintwork around the rear wheel arches. Is this normal?

I purchased a new Toyota C-HR in March. I am very happy with the car but have noticed at the rear corners there is a very fine, thin transparent trim which follows the shape of the black plastic over the...

Can I change the profile of the tyres on my Volkswagen Tiguan for better ride comfort?

I have 235/50R19 tyres on my Volkswagen Tiguan, I was wondering if I could change the profile from 50 to 45 to try and improve the quality and handling of the ride.

I'm selling my Land Rover Defender 110 - is it worth upgrading the interior to get a better sale price?

I'm thinking of selling my Land Rover Defender 110 and what I really need is some advice regarding the condition of the car. It is in genuine original condition with no added extras, would it be more saleable...

Can you extend the range of an electric car by driving economically as you can in a petrol or diesel car?

Is it possible to extend driving range in an EV by driving more carefully/slowly similar to how you can gain 10% or so in a petrol or diesel car?

I need a replacement for my Citroen C3 Picasso - what should I buy?

I have to replace my much-loved Citroen C3 Picasso with something maybe three to five years old. I love the Picasso's high driving position, its spaciousness, its big windows and its comfort. What do you...