Do mild hybrid batteries degrade after a period of storage?

I am considering buying a pre reg vehicle which is a 48V mild hybrid / petrol type. There are plenty available with delivery mileage some of which are 22/72 registrations and obviously have been standing...

Can I import a Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series from Africa or Australia?

Could I import a 70 series Land Cruiser from somewhere where thet are still on sale - Australia or an African country - and use it in roads in the UK, even though it does not meet emissions regulations?...

Can you recommend a replacement wing mounted aerial supplier?

I have a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier Mk2 convertible 1.8i petrol which has an offside front wing mounted, powered retracting aerial i.e. radio on/off makes aerial go up/down. It has stopped working and an auto...

Why won't the traffic announcements in my Audi stay on?

I have an Audi TT, and although I select traffic announcements in the correct way, they usually turn off when the ignition is turned off the next time, and so I select for each journey. Any thoughts ?

Is it worth getting an ECU remap on my Mazda?

Is it worth remapping my 2020 Mazda 6 Skyactive 165ps?

Why is the VED on my Suzuki Swift so high?

I own a 2013 5 door Suzuki Swift and road tax is supposed to be £35 per year, yet I'm being charged £150. Many cars in the Suzuki range have the same 1242cc engine but are also £35 per year, am I being...

Can I use winter tyres above 7 degrees C?

I'm considering winter tyres this year. I have read that they are only to be used below 7 degrees C. If we have a warmer day and the temperature goes above 7 degrees can the car still be used? Will there...

Do we have to buy a replacement vehicle for a 3rd party?

My disabled daughter reversed into a van parked opposite our drive and dented the side door, rail, sill, and rear panel. It is still drivable but the side door is unusable. The van is a 30 years old...

Is using Shell V-Power once every five tanks worth it?

Is a tank of Shell petrol V power every 5th fill worth it? Does it have a decent cleaning effect over one tank of fuel? Should I go with it consistently?

Can I cancel a lease vehicle if it was not delivered?

I ordered a Range Rover Sport lease vehicle in March this year. It was a previously cancelled order, which I acquired, so I managed to jump the queue a bit! Long story short - I got a confirmed delivery...

We're buying a second hand car for £4,000 and do lots of short journeys, what would you suggest?

We're looking to buy a car for around £4,000. Looking to do about 4,000 miles a year mainly short journeys with the odd long journey. Any suggestions of reliable models and makes that we should look at...

Do I need to get my car serviced even thouhg it's only done 1,500 miles in the last year?

My car was last serviced in February 2022 (Full Service) and since then I have done just 1500 miles. Your opinion: do I really need to have a small service / oil change service every 12 months as VW keep...

Can I use the tow bar from an Astra hatchback on an Astra estate?

Will a tow bar from a 2004 5 door Vauxhall Astra fit a 2007 Astra estate?

Can I fit run flat tyres to my BMW?

I have a 2022 BMW 223i M Sport Active Tourer which came with non-run flat tyres fitted on BMW alloys. We suffered a puncture in a remote part of Scotland on holiday last week & the tyre repair kit was...

Can I improve the ride on a Mercedes EQA?

What could improve the ride quality, comfort, of Mercedes EQA 250?

My son's new car has developed problems already, what are my rights?

Hello HJ, my son purchased a 2020 Peugeot 208 GT Line from a local non-franchised dealer. The vehicle was registered on 13 August 2020 and has done around 12800 miles. It was sold with a new MOT and fresh...

Should I keep the air con on all the time in an EV?

I had followed your advice to always keep the air con switched on, and to good effect in that with my vehicle owned from new for 20 years it has always worked fine without ever even needing re-gassing....

What should I look for when buying an imported Honda Jazz Hybrid?

My partner has seen a 61 plate Honda Jazz Hybrid online that has just been imported from Japan that she is interested in, it looks a very nice car and is high spec. Having just sold our Figaro, we're...

If I transfer my private plate to a car that already has one, do I automatically keep the old plate?

I have a private reg that I would like to put on a car which already has a private plate on it. When I put my private plate on it will the other private plate be assigned to me on retention?

Do I need to use a Toyota dealer for servicing to keep my warranty?

Is it best to use main dealer for servicing to keep 10 year warranty, or independent garage using main parts?

Will not using a main dealer for service affect resale value?

I had my Jaguar F-Pace serviced at a main dealer when it was two years old and it will soon be due for a four year service. There is a local Jaguar specialist with a good reputation who is cheaper than...

How important is a full service history when selling a car?

How important is a full service history when selling a low mileage car?

We will ever see small cars again?

Will manufacturers eventually realise that there is still a need for small cars especially as pressure grows to avoid parking on pavements? And that garages and parking spaces are too small for the cars...

How can I reduce tyre noise?

I would like a car that cruises quietly without the tyre roar that a lot of cars seem to suffer from on run flats e.g. my current BMW 840d coupe and Mercedes E400d estate.

What is the best replacement for my Skoda Yeti?

I need to replace my 2012 Diesel Greenlife Skoda Yeti, mainly because of the ULEZ ruling and worries with the DPF due to low mileage. I have tentatively narrowed my choices down to the Ford Puma 1.0...

Do spare tyres need changing regularly?

I've read that tyres need changing as they age even if the mileage is low and tread is ok. Does the same apply for spare tyres (or space saver ones)? I was just curious as while I think it's checked at...

Is a Toyota Aygo suitable for motorway driving?

I am going to test drive a Toyota Aygo, automatic , 2014 registration; 15,000 miles .I currently have a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa automatic which I will look to part exchange. I do a short motorway run every...

Has Volkswagen's cambelt change interval changed?

My local dealer claimed the policy was changed a few weeks ago to 100,000 miles without a time limit. The vw website is vague suggesting 4-5 years but check model yet there is no way on the website to...

Will using a turbcharged car only once a week cause damage?

Is it ok to drive an Astra 1.4 Turbo 150 once a week? With it sitting for days with no oil going to the turbo when it’s cool will that hurt components?

What car has a driver's seat that I can sleep in?

I wondered if there is a car on the market that offers a way of sleeping in the seats, whether the front seats can be reclined, or a car with front seats with foot rests and they would be comfortable to...

Do I have to pay road tax as a disabled driver?

Do I have to pay road tax if I have a blue badge

Can EV tariffs be used to power other devices?

Thank you for your very helpful info on EV tariffs currently available. Some you say can be used for non-EV use during the night, some you say can't. Can the Eon Next Drive be used for other appliances,...

Do disabled car drivers need an MoT?

My friend who is disabled say his car doesn’t need an MoT, is this correct?

When can we see Fisker cars in the UK?

Where can we actually see Fisker cars and sit in etc?

Why has the Volkswagen 1.5 TSI timing belt interval changed?

I own a VW Passat GT 2018 plate with the 1.5 TSI engine, it has 28,500 miles on the clock and is in lovely condition. All services are done at that dealer and is due its 5th year service and MOT soon....

What's the best petrol hybrid with room for five passengers?

I travel to Spain 3 times a year and am looking for a petrol hybrid (not plug in) with good boot space for 5 passengers any suggestions please

Which automatic cars under £10k have the best mpg?

I’m looking for an automatic under £10k that has good mpg figures. I’ve previously been recommended the Hyundai i20 and the Kia Picanto but the mpg ranges from 30 - 35 in some cases. Ideally I’d avoid...

What is my Ford Escort MK2 RS2000 Custom worth?

I have a 1980 MK2 Ford Escort RS 2000 Custom and have owned it from new, it has 60,000 miles on the clock. It has been parked up outside for a considerable number of years and is in need of a new body...

Does a dealer have to say if a car is an ex-hire car?

Bought a two year old Peugeot with two previous owner from a main dealer just a few hundred yards from my house. After I had the car serviced I checked to make sure they had stamped the service book to...

Which estate car has the biggest boot?

Which estate car has the biggest rear space?

When do I stop paying the premium rate of road tax?

I have a 2020 (August) BMW X1 M Sport, I am currently paying £570.00 per annum road tax. I understand that the excise duty is higher for vehicles over £40,000 when new, however when will the cost fall,...

Do I need to buy an electric car soon?

I'm 64 do I realistically have to worry about electric cars? I don't have anywhere to charge one and I'm quite happy with a small petrol car.

What do Tiptronic and Kompressor mean?

I've been doing lots of research on Mercedes before I buy. What's Tiptronic and Kompressor mean? Currently investigating private sale, sounds good. 1.8 SLK Tiptronic 2008 £8995. Only 21500 miles 2 owners,...

I need a car to go off-road but only cover 1000 miles a year - what would you suggest?

I have a need for a small,cheap car that can be used on the road but will mainly be used for travel to and from a small land holding. It wiii seldom go for more than a mile at a time, mostly off road,...

Will a diesel car with a DPF suit my needs?

I bought a diesel 5 years ago (non DPF) as I was doing 40 miles a day, just commuting for work, 98% of which was motor way speeds. Plus other personal/general mileage. I have changed job since then and...

Is it possible to cause damage to cars by jet washing?

My Mercedes CLK280 was recalled for a sunroof check. When I got it back, the auto-lights failed followed by the interior light and then the sunroof. A swathe of lacquer had been taken off the boot where...

Can I settle a PCP early?

Can you pay off the balance early without penalies with a PCP scheme?

Why is my car ULEZ-compliant but has a high rate of road tax - why?

My Shogun is ULEZ compliant (lower emissions) so why is the road tax £675 pa? Surely it should qualify for lower tax like my friend's Shogun who pays half of what I pay and his car is not ULEZ compliant?

When did Mercedes stop fitting foot-operated parking brakes?

What year did Mercedes stop fitting the foot parking brake to its range of cars?

How can I upgrade my headlights?

I own a 2019 Nissan Micra. The headlights have always been poor and as my eyesight is not as good nowadays can you recommend a brighter bulb more or less like an LED light? I would appreciate what options...