Can I swap named drivers on my insurance to keep both our no claims bonus?

During our 25 years together my wife and I have always had our own cars. Last year that changed when we decided that one car would suffice and we sold her car. My name is on the insurance with her as the...

My Volkswagen 1.5 TSI rattles in two-cylinder mode, what is causing this?

I purchased a 2019 model Volkswagen Golf 1.5 TSI earlier this month and it quickly developed an annoying, though mild, rattle when in two cylinder mode. As soon as the engine flips back to running on all...

What wheels should be fitted to my Volkswagen T5 California?

I've just got a Volkswagen T5 camper van and have been told that the wrong wheels are on it, they are 22 inch and they are rubbing the mud flaps. What size wheel do I need and what is the spare?

What small SUV do you suggest to replace my Nissan Juke?

I’m a 75 year old lady who wants a new small suv to replace my 10 year old Nissan Juke. I'm after something similar in size, preferably petrol, comfortable and not to sporty.

What should I replace my Ford Mondeo with?

I need to replace my Ford Mondeo. What would you recommend? I like the size of Mondeo and the performance mid range of the 2.2-litre diesel suits my driving which is mainly country roads with occasional...

Can I drive while waiting for a medical decision from the DVLA?

I was diagnosed with epilepsy back in November, which was then corrected as I do not have it. But consultant now says I am dealing with focal awareness seizures which do not affect my driving ability and...

What hatchbacks come with a manual gearbox?

I am looking to change my current Mercedes A200 which has a manual gearbox. Can you suggest a similar size car, with the same spec and a manual gearbox? I intend to purchase a brand new replacement.

Will I get a longer term for my licence renewal?

I am waiting for another medical after being granted just a year after passing my last medical for alcohol abuse, will I get a longer licence the second time? I should have had my medical by now but still...

What should I look for when buying a Citroen 2CV?

I am interested in getting a Citroen 2CV but there seems to be a massive price range on these cars. Is there anything I should avoid. Go for a model after 1988 I have been told by an owner. I would be...

Is it illegal to have mixed tread patterns on the same axle?

I have read that you can be fined by the police for having mixed tread tyres fitted on the same axle. Is this true? My local Citroen dealer replaced one of my Cross Climate Michelin tyres with a Michelin...

Can I reject a used car because it has MoT advisories?

I bought a Nissan Qashqai from trade centre on HP as well as part exchange, I was told it had passed the MoT in April but did not receive the certificate. The following day I had a look and found four...

What's the best large SUV for £8000?

What large SUV that can tow 2500kg has the best MPG? Budget of £8000 and looking for the best economy and best spec large SUV.

Are there really delays on new cars or is this just an excuse to hike prices?

Are car manufacturers being honest about the continuing delays on new cars due to computer chip shortages? Or is this just an excuse to hike prices? I have just returned from a holiday in Canada and the...

How can I update the navigation on my Land Rover?

I have a 2012 Land Rover Freelander with built in sat nav. Obviously it’s not picking up many of the current new roads so needs updating. The price from Land Rover is over the top, are there any reliable...

Can navigation apps warn you of low emissions zones?

I use Google Maps, Waze and TomTom nav systems regularly. I also travel to Glasgow quite often (and London less so) and this city has recently installed an LEZ area within the city centre and will impose...

I bought a car from a dealer and have now discovered it's a Cat D - what can I do?

I purchased a car 14 months ago and found out yesterday it had been written off as a Cat D but the dealer never told me. What can I do about it please?

What is my 1971 Volkswagen Kombi worth?

I'm selling my 1971 Volkswagen Kombi. Completely restored in 2019 it has the original 1600cc engine with 48,000miles on the clock. What sort of price could I expect?

Is there cheap car insurance for over 70s?

I need to renew my car insurance on the my Toyota Auris and as I approach 70 in August I’m keen to obtain a competitive costing. Go Compare and Confused.com have both offered 40-50 options, including the...

What is the best dash cam to buy?

What is the best dash cam for my car?

Is a missing heat shield an MoT failure?

If the rear heat shield is missing is this an MoT fail?

What's the best four seat convertible with four-wheel drive?

My daughter's four year lease on a Range Rover Evoque ends in March 2024. She is looking to replace it with a four-seater convertible and doesn't want an EV. Her annual mileage is about 12,000 miles. As...

What is the point in the Motor Ombudsman?

My daughter had a 2016 Nissan Juke that went into a Nissan dealership for a fault. They handed the car back and it would not start, so they asked us to leave it with them. They replaced an ECU and charged...

Should my tyres last more than 7000 miles?

I have just replaced both front tyres after 6900 miles due to very excessive wear. I drive short local journeys. Has anyone else experienced this problem?

Will the value of my car be affected if it is on a 23 plate rather than a 73 plate?

I ordered a new Ford Focus in April. The dealer gave an estimated delivery of September/October. This suited me fine, having a new 73 registration. The dealer has now informed me that the car has arrived...

What's the best small automatic car for a new driver?

What cars would you recommend for a new driver that needs an automatic?

Do brake lights come on when automatic cruise control slows down?

When you set auto cruise control and it reads ahead to slow down do the brake lights come when slowing?

Can you still buy a no frills hatchback?

Even seven years ago you could buy an entry level five-door hatchback from any well-known marque without lots of options. Now there seems to be about £3k added to the price because extras have been made...

My Hyundai i10 sounds like a diesel - is this normal?

Is it normal for the engine to sound more like a diesel than petrol engine?

I want to order a new Passat, but should I wait for the next generation?

We have been looking at buying a new VW Passat Estate but there is currently a 40 week wait for a new factory order and we aren't in a hurry. However by all accounts there is an all new Passat coming...

How can I clean the wind deflector on my sunroof?

How can I clean the bugs off the mesh sunroof wind deflector?

Is the Toyota Corolla Cross coming to the UK?

Is there any indication that the Toyota Corolla Cross will be sold in the UK? We have got a Toyota Corolla Touring Sports - a great car, but a little low for me to get in and out of. Next time I'll need...

What's the best ULEZ compliant car for £5000?

I need a reliable car for mainly motorway driving and I’m in ULEZ so must be petrol for my budget, which is most reliable and comfortable for the job?

My car was damaged by a hit-and-run driver - should I repair it or just sell it?

My 2013 BMW 520d Touring has done 101,000 miles. But recently I saw that someone had driven into the side of the car and hadn’t stopped or left their details. Both near side doors are scratched and dented,...

Can I modify my car to make it ULEZ-compliant?

I have a 1999 Nissan Primera which does not comply with ULEZ emissions regulations. My only option is to scrap the car, but I will not get money for it from TfL because I am not on any benefits. My query...

Can I park on white lines outside my house?

I recently moved into a property where my next door neighbour has a white line outside his house. That’s fine, but the problem I have is that his white line extends 4ft over my frontage making it hard...

I only do around 1000 miles a year - would a hybrid suit my needs?

My current car is a BMW 320i, bought new in 2014 and has 12,800 miles on the clock. Would my usage suit a hybrid or would the battery be a problem with such low mileage?

Which Honda models have Magic Seats?

Which new (and imminent) hybrid Hondas have the 'magic seat' please?

Do I have to use the accident repairer my insurer has chosen?

Am I obliged to use my insurance company's body shop for road accident repairs or can I use a Mercedes-Benz approved repairers?

Can I contact Rover to confirm my car's emissions?

I have an issue with my Rover 1990 416 GTI Auto which I have owned from new. The V5C has no entries in the exhaust emissions section V1, V2, V3, V4, and V5 mainly because, at the time of this cars manufacture,...

The traffic information on my Honda has stopped working?

Two years ago when I bought a new Honda CR-V the built in satnav had a traffic icon which when pressed could give a map showing traffic conditions in the neighbourhood and which also calculated and informed...

I bought a car from a dealer which I have now discovered was stolen recovered - where do I stand?

I bought a car from a dealer and decided to sell it a year later only to find it had been stolen and recovered. I went back to the dealer he already knew this but didn't tell me this when I bought the...

What's the best van for towing?

I have a Hyundai i800 but it has an issue where the clutch seems to overheat and stop working which means you have to stop for about 30 minutes which is not ideal. I carry a fair bit of disco equipment...

Can I reject a used car because of a faulty battery?

I bought a used car less than two weeks ago. It's a 2016 reg. The battery has failed three times since I bought it. The first time a friend jump started it for me, the second time a mechanic used a power...

Why are there so many delays on new car orders?

I ordered a new VW Golf PHEV in March 2022 with VW saying it would take 8 to 12 months. 16 months later we still have no build date for the car, do they want us to cancel the order because the cars have...

Is there a shortage of parts for car repairs?

My Hyundai Tucson has been offroad for two months now, awaiting the final bit of kit - a replacement grille (to complete a repair authorised by insurance company). The garage tells me this part is on backorder...

Will my car fail its MoT because of a broken fog light?

The front offside fog light glass on my BMW 1 series is cracked following a stone hit. The light still works. Will this result in an MoT fail please?

How can I reduce the road noise from my Suzuki Celerio?

I have a 68-reg Suzuki Celerio, it's a good car but road noise is high. Is there any way to lessen it?

Can I tow a caravan with my hybrid?

I have a Mercedes C200 mild hybrid. Can I tow a caravan with this make and model?

What SUV is suitable for a five-foot tall driver?

What is the easiest SUV to drive for someone 5ft 3in? Access and visibility?

Do I need to change all four tyres on my 4x4 at the same time?

is it really true that if you get a puncture on one tyre on a 4x4 you have to replace the other three tyres otherwise the 4x4 differential will be damaged due to the different tyre depths?