What small hatchback should I buy?

Sadly it maybe time to part with my SEAT Leon Cupra which I bought new in 2003 as it requires approxiamately £1k of work though the engine and gearbox are perfect even after 150k miles. I would like a...

What's the best small plug-in hybrid?

I'm elderly and being blinded with science. I want a small plug in hybrid whose battery will not cost a fortune when it dies as my available cash is about £15,000 for a used car. Automatic and with cruise...

How do I keep my DPF working properly?

I have a 2022 Dacia Duster Blue dCi. I was told to take it for a motorway run at least one a month. I only do 8500 miles per annum but half of that is motorway. Is 1700rpm @ 60mph fast enough to keep the...

What four wheeled car can l buy and drive with full motor cycle licence?

What four wheeled car can l buy and drive with full motor cycle licence?

What's the most reliable small SUV that can cope with snow?

My daughter has just started as district nurse in the wonderful but very hilly area of the Pennines, West Yorkshire. She needs a reliable automatic, probably with a petrol engine as much of the use is...

What's the best back to basics hatchback?

I need to replace a basic Renault Twingo after 13 years. The car needs to be petrol, manual, preferably with steel wheels, a full size spare, cheap to maintain and service, five doors, size up to Vauxhall...

What's a good small car that will also suit an outdoor enthuisast?

I spent 17 years in London so I never bought a car or had a car in the UK. I am a mid-40s female and ot entirely sure how I will use a car as I've mostly been "car free" and owned a car when I lived in...

Do I need to carry spare LED bulbs when driving in France?

I travel to France frequently and among the requirements alongside a breathalyser and hi-vis vests is that is that drivers are required to carry a full set of replacement bulbs. I have just changed my...

Does the £40k VED premium apply to vans as well as cars?

I am purchasing a new Volkswagen Transporter van and having it converted into a campervan. The purchase price of the basic van is just over £40k. Does the premium supplement apply to vans or does it only...

Can I get a generic space saver wheel for my car?

I was quoted over £600 for a space saver spare wheel for my Mazda CX-30. I have seen generic 16-inch wheels on line for around £120. Would one fit and are they safe?

Why has my car insurance increased so much this year?

To insure our Fiat 500C last year was £209 but this year the lowest quote anywhere is £354. That's with no changes or claims. Please can you explain this 70% increase?

What's the best seven seat MPV?

I’ve had a Vauxhall Zafira for a long while. What is the best petrol 7-seater MPV at present please?

Can you recommend a small narrow car?

I wish to buy a new car soon. I'd buy a new Nissan Micra if they were still made, or a Skoda Fabia if there wasn't a 22 week wait. Please identify for me some smallish 4/5 door petrol cars, not automatic,...

What's the best petrol family car with a large boot?

I have three children and would like a car that can give me good mileage but more importantly one with a big boot. I previously had a diesel and found that cutting down on motorway journeys meant my dpf...