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With the compulsory fitting of 'speed limiters' on new cars from July 1st, is it wishful thinking insurance policies could be reduced?
I am trying to fully understand the terms of the policy excess for my car. The document states under "Accidental Damage" the following: "£350 (this includes £250 voluntary excess). My understanding of...
What is the position in regards to damage to a holiday hire car? A friend hired a car in Cyprus and arranged separate car hire excess cover. His car was damaged while parked and he has paid €750 to the...
I am the owner and registered keeper of a Peugeot 107 that I have not used for over a year as I now have a new car. The Peugeot is in the garage, untaxed, uninsured, has no valid MoT and is SORN by the...
I understand that the batteries on EVs are not as susceptible to fire as news reports might suggest. However in the event of the drive battery catching fire and destroying the car is that covered by the...
I entered a yellow box. The video and photo show that the yellow markings of the box are very faded, particularly in the lane I was in. A driver concentrating on whether to move forward would not see the...
I have just bought a used SEAT Mii from a dealer but there is no service record, manual or spare tyre. He has also said he has replaced the glass panel at the rear. Should I be concerned?
Two family members have received an NIP for the same offence, we don’t know which one was driving, what do we do? It was a company vehicle that both drive and were both in on the offence day.
Should the panels underneath the car be removed for anti-rust treatment or should they be left in place due to sensitive sensors which they protect?
I recently received via the post a Notice to Keeper from parkmaven alleging I had not paid for a a parking charge in The Shires Shopping Centre, Trowbridge. I did pay the £1.00 charge and I have a photo...
What is the legal position on carrying in a private car a can containing spare E10 petrol? if it is legal so to do, what is the best currently available 'explosafe' can?
I have a 55 reg Honda S2000, the headlight glass has over the years become very dull. I’ve tried a couple of products to restore the brightness but none has a lasting effect. Can you recommend a product...
I have a1970 MK 1 Triumph Stag which has been completely rebuilt and is in pristine condition. It runs beautifully. The colour is saffron with a tan interior. It has an original MK 1 hood which I believe...
My wife has arthritis in both hands. She has great difficulty operating the gear levers into reverse and the button on the hand brakes on both our cars. Electric handbrakes probably would solve that problem....
I have Smart 450 imported from Australia in 2013, it's a standard car but they charge me £200 pound a year road tax is there anyway I can do?
My company are encouraging me to take advantage of a company car due to increasing mileage. The timing of this coincides with us expecting our 3rd child. Can you give me recommendations for something comfortable...
I have just started a new job which will involve driving long distances at periods across all kinds of roads including motorways and single lane roads. I will be using my own vehicle, but when I am not...
Our 2012 Honda Jazz has just had an MoT which was all okay except for an advisory that the walls of all four tyres are cracking and need early replacement. All the tyres were replaced with new Avons 3...
My son has recently sold his car privately. The buyer took the car out for a test drive. He has now contacted my son saying that the car needs a new gear box and wants my son to either pay for it or he...
I have a 2014 Honda CRV 2.2 EX Diesel owned from new and will be taking a short 'break' in France early next month. My car manual seems to state that 'European models' have headlamps suitable for left...
My parked and unoccupied Tesla 3 was recently damaged by a hit and run driver. I was able to retrieve footage of the accident from the cars numerous cameras and pursue a successful insurance claim as a...
I have a 2017 Focus with 30k miles. rear tyres are original Michelin with 4-5 mm tread left. The ride is quite hard. Would fitting new tyres improve the ride and reduce road noise please? I have fitted...
Would my 2019 Vauxhall Corsa SRI VX-Line 1398cc be able to tow a coffee trailer weighing circa 850kg? If not what car would you recommend that cost around £10,000?
I have just bought a second-hand low milage 2022 Vauxhall Mokka E and I live in an apartment on the ground floor at the back of the apartment block. I want to run an extension cable from my kitchen window...
I have read difference advice about the age at which tyres on a motorhome should be replaced - some guidance recommends 5 years from date of manufacture, other advice is at 7 years and the maximum age...
After I have adjusted all four tyres to manufactures recommended settings and reset the onboard system, a message appears saying 'tyre pressure registered.' Should I at this point drive the car to set...
The tyre on my BMW needs changing. I contacted a BMW dealer regarding my tyre change, I was told that I will have to put the same brand of tyres on my BMW. The tyre on my BMW is a Bridgestone 225/50R18W99.
Can...
My 2017 Volvo V40 that has done 61,000 miles and has a broken front spring. Is this a common occurrence ? The car has an extended Volvo but when I asked about them paying for it I didn't get a direct answer....
I have a Ford Mondeo automatic. I intend to keep the car until one of us pegs out. Should I be looking to change the gearbox oil? If so at what mileage?
Petrol pumps are checked for accuracy. Who checks EV chargers and where is the accreditation?
It's getting towards the time to replace our (very reliable) ageing 60 plate Honda Civic 1.8 automatic. We have a maximum budget of £18,000 and are looking for a reliable SUV automatic 5 door vehicle roughly...
Can I get Category C removed from the V5? It is because of fire damage in 2009.
I’ve a 2018 VW Up and it will need new tyres later this year or early next. I’m tempted by Michelin Crossclimates but only the earlier ‘+’ version is available in my size (185/55/R15) rather than the later...
I own a 2020 BMW 320i Touring and have recently had a major service completed by my local main dealer. This service came up as due on the cars iDrive system along with a vehicle check service. The vehicle...
I have owned a much loved Citroen C5 estate since 2007, one of the last of the model. It has now done many miles and is getting tired. My problem is that I can’t find a replacement that will accept my...
My wife has a 2014 Mazda CX-5 with 80k on clock. We have Been advised by a garage that the DPF is more or less knackered and causing turbo failure. One garage advises a DPF delete but another said not...
I have to drive 30 miles of motorway to reach the city I drive around daily. What is a good, economical but comfortable used automatic to choose?
I bought VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 2015 but we do not do a lot of miles as we used to. We hardly do 2000 miles a year and mainly short journeys. We are aware of the carbon deposit which damage the engine but we...
I have 29 years no claims bonus gained through various insurers and supported by Proof of Bonus documentation. In my experience most insurers, or quotes via online comparison sites, state their maximum...
A local dealer here (Pisa, Italy) has three 2020 Kia Niro Hybrids for sale, all low kms (45k-60k), all midspec. They are all ex company cars and are all missing their first service. The salesperson explained...
I am thinking of buying a 2014 Porsche Macan Turbo with 122000 miles on the odometer. The car has had the transfer box sorted which is a known problem plus the timing chain and thermostat, would there...
Can you charge your EV to 100 % from a public charge point?
Once water has got behind the lacquer finish of diamond cut wheels, can anything be done to reduce the rate of deterioration ?
We have a ‘barn find’ 1947 Hillman Minx which has not been driven for 30 years and kept in dry garage. Any idea of approximate value?
Could you give me a realistic valuation if possible
I am selling a 1972 MG Midget Red RWA which was restored by the previous owner and had an engine rebuild. It is in excellent ondition with new new...
I’m a pensioner who has had to dispose of his Land Rover Discovery 2 because of ULEZ. I need a replacement, up to £15000, auto, preferably petrol, and with room to get in behind the wheel as I’m not that...
Do you recommend any products to help remove scuffs on interior plastics, please?
I was caught speeding at 37 mph on the A40 in London, where the speed limit changes from 40 mph to 30 mph. I was driving in the rightmost lane around midnight. The 30 mph speed limit sign on the central...
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