What 4x4 vans are there?

Are there any current model vans that are 4x4? Not a commercial version of an SUV but a proper panel van.

Are classic cars going to have safety checks?

I read online a brief report that classic cars are due to come under the scrutiny of an MoT like safety check. Are any actual details known?

What is a good small PHEV?

We currently have a 2016 Mini Clubman and with the back seats down we can easily fit our three large dogs in. We would like to change to a plug in hybrid, what hatch back models are there of a similar...

Does my EV need special tyres?

I have a Seat Mii electric which requires new tyres. I am being told by tyre suppliers that Ev cars require special tyres due to the extra weight. Surely the load index in this case 81 and speed rating...

Do DPF cleaner additives work?

Do DPF fuel additives work? If so which are the best?

Do I need to tax my car if the VED rate is zero?

I own a Skoda Citigo GreenTech which is tax exempt, do I have to reapply to keep free tax?

How does an EV's 12V battery get charged?

When charging an electric car does any charging of the car 's 12v battery take place this seems to me a good feature to have as when the car has not been driven for sometime the car battery was flat, the...

When does road tax for EVs start?

When does road tax start for privately owned EVs?

How are there different power outputs from the same size engine?

My final decision re the purchase of my next car is not finance related but specification related. Please can you explain how it is that the Volvo XC40 Mild Hybrid Ultra spec B3 and B4 both have the same...

What is a good towing car for a trailer?

I am looking to buy a car with a towbar, my daily travel is less than 10 miles back and forth to work what would you suggest I buy? I tow a 8x4 twin axle builder trailer once every month or so.

What luxury car has good MPG?

What's the best luxury car to buy with highest mpg and is the most fuel efficient and of course reliable because all the Lexus seem to be very expensive for me to insure?

What used hybrids are good to drive?

What are the best used full non plug in hybrids under £7K for performance, driving satisfaction and reliability and ideally with a sunroof please?

How much is my Porsche worth?

I have a 911 Carrera Coupe S reg 1998. 3400 CC Silver, sunroof, Tiptronic. 100,000 miles. Silver with terracotta colour interior. Good body work. How much is it worth?

Who is reponsible for updating sat nav information?

A local road had its speed limit reduced from 40 to 30 in August 2023 but the GPS in my car still shows 40. Who's job is it to get a database updated when a speed limit is changed?

What is the warranty for hybrid batteries on Toyotas?

Toyota's warranty for EVs is when it gets below 70% range it will be replaced under warranty. But that does not include hybrids or plugins. Do you know what percentage they have to get down to...

What car has modern tech but not lots of touchscreens?

I am 82, so my responses are slowing down. I am still an advanced driver and I am looking for a car with high technology levels but without the plethora of touchscreens and distracting controls which are,...

Who pays for damage in a crash that was not my fault?

If I am involved in an accident which was not my fault does the other driver have to pay for my repairs?

How do I complain about a used car warranty?

We have a 2019 Tesla 3 with 45k on the clock bought from a dealer 5 months ago. We have suddenly been experiencing loud squeaking/knocking noises from the from suspension which turns out to be front ball...

Plugging in?

Does a plug in hybrid simply plug into a 3 pin plug point in the garage? Does it need another lead for plugging into a public charging point?

How can I prevent a flat battery?

I have a 6 moth old Lexus NX. I have had a hip replacement and in respite care for over i month recovering. Unable to drive the car for 6 weeks When I tried to start the car the battery was flat. My question...

What engine oil should I use in my 1980s Polo?

What engine oil would you recommend for a 1988 VW Polo, 1.3 litre, which has done less than 20,000 miles in 36 years, with regular use (I.e it has not been standing unused). The handbook, now 36 years...

Key fob

I have just changed the battery in my key fob for my 2017 Ford focus st line estate. The car is saying that there is no key found in the vehicle. I have started the car by laying the key on the pad in...

I have bought a used car but the VIN and registration don't match - what can I do?

I've bought a car but the VIN and registration numbers don't match. How can I find out if the car has been stolen? I cant find anywhere on the internet that you can search for a car by VIN number.

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line Executive and AMG Line Premium Plus?

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line executive and Premium Plus?

Did hitting a pothole break my car?

In October I hit a pothole at speed. Immediately afterwards warning lights came on and the car started juddering and wouldn’t accelerate properly. Luckily there was a refuge close by and I pulled over....

What's the best way to dry a car - microfibre towels or a chamois?

Which is best to dry cars, chamois or microfibre?

Does MG's seven year warranty cover brake calipers?

Our six year old MG ZS developed a noise from one of the rear wheels. A faulty brake caliper was found to be the problem. The failure has resulted in subsequent failure of brake disc, which itself had...

When do I have to start paying car tax on my EV?

I have a full electric car (1st reg Sept 2019) and I wondered if I registered it SORN at Christmas (when it will not be used for a month) and re-tax it in January, will I get 1 year at £0 - or will I get...

What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months?

I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they flyout, it may not have been driven for six months....

What small automatic is best?

We have just bought a Toyota Aygo X shift but my wife can't get used to it as there is a delay when she puts her foot down which makes her nervous on roundabouts. I think this is because it has an automated...

Should I set my tyre pressures when cold?

To date I have always checked my tyre pressures when the vehicle is cold, i.e not been driven. Recently I have been told that the thinking now is that they should be checked when the vehicle is at normal...

Is Volkswagen in trouble?

I am seriously contemplating purchasing a brand new VW Tiguan but am very concerned about the headlines saying VW are just about to close down three of its factories. Should I be worried?

How do I maintain my DPF?

I've read in several places every 300 to 400 miles I should clean my DPF's. I understand I should drive at 2000 revs for 20 minutes. What happens if I have to slow down for road works etc and it's not...

What large SUV has comfortable seats?

I am a 75 year old pensioner and I am looking for the large SUV that has the most largest, widest and most comfortable driver seat with the most adjustability. It must be full leather and have an opening...

What do you recommend as an economical family car?

What's the most economical family car for £15,000?

Is it possible to run the heating on electric while parked in a hybrid car ?

Is it possible in a full hybrid to run the heating on electric while parked? For example, waiting to pick the children up from school, or sitting somewhere scenic in winter having a picnic for half an...

I'm buying a used vehicle - should I be worried about a discrepancy on the V5C?

I am in the process of buying a campervan from a private seller. I conducted a vehicle check using which has come back as all 'green' for the common issues but I have noticed that it has the vehicle listed...

How often does my new car need servicing?

I had my vehicle's first service after 6 months, as per the manufacturers policy. Is my next service due in another years time or is it due one year after the registration date, therefore only 6 months...

What does the warning light on my dash mean?

I have a yellow warning light on my Rover 75 that shows an empty circle (no ABS inside, for example) with what looks like an open and close bracket either side. Would you know what this is for?

Which electric cars have a mix of performance and range?

I'm looking at electric cars - what has the best balance between performance and mileage? It needs to be a family car.

Which cars have a 360 degree camera?

Which small SUV electric cars have 360 degree camera?

Is Nissan going to go bust?

I am thinking about buying a Nissan this month. I have heard some stories about Nissan going bust. What happens if you own a Nissan and this happens?

Should my brake discs become too hot to touch?

If my brake discs are slightly too hot to touch during normal running does that indicate that there is a problem ?

Should I drive in red weather warnings?

A Met Office red weather warning includes the advice ‘do not drive.’ If this is ignored and a car accident occurs would the car insurance be invalid on the same basis that travel insurance is invalid in...

Can I make my reversing lights brighter?

The reversing lights on our 2003 Mercedes C-Class and 2011 E-Class are not bright enough in unlit driveways or dark roads. Are there safe brighter upgrades? Some LED reverse canbus error free bulbs are...

Our car disables safety features in bad weather because the front camera is obscured - what can we do?

My wife and I bought a Hyundai i10 just under a month ago. For the past 12 days, whenever it rains, the dash tell us that the front camera is obscured leading to all of the car’s safety features being...

Should I buy a new car if it's about to be discontinued?

I have had a Focus for 10 years and I am considering a change to a newer model but I am aware that Ford are planning to discontinue the model. I prefer to have a manual and I have found the above version...

Is it safe to have my tyre pressures slightly below the recommended figures?

I have a 2018 Focus ST with 19-inch wheels. I always set the pressures to the plate on the door frame - 41PSI front and 38 rear. I only ever carry no more than 3 people. Several times I've had new tyres...

Does TPMS use the reset figure as correct?

When you have inflated your car tyres and re-set the monitoring system inside the car does those "new" tyre pressures become the norm? If the pressure drops from the "reset tyre pressures (the norm)" by...

Why has the economy in my MHEV dropped so much in cold weather?

My Kia Sportage MHEV seems to be doing 15% less mpg since the weather turned colder, with the battery power cutting in less regularly despite saying it’s well charged. Is this a fault with my car or something...