Does my Hyundai i30 really need its coolant and pollen filter changing at three years old?

I have a three and a half-year-old Hyundai i30 diesel with 60,000 on the clock. The franchised dealer who services the car is telling me that the coolant and pollen filter both need replacing at a cost...

Does my daughter's Mercedes-Benz 350 CLK really need its transmission fluid replaced?

My daughter has a 2006 Mercedes-Benz 350 CLK auto with relatively low mileage. It's time for its £355 annual service from the main dealer, who has also recommended a transmission fluid check/replacement...

Checking auto box oil on Jaguar XK

Information on your website for the Jaguar XK 1996-2006 model states that there is "no easy means of checking 5-speed auto box oil level or refilling it”. Jaguar says 'sealed for life', but no oil changes...

Do I ever need to replace the chain cam?

My 2008 Volkswagen Golf has a chain cam, which the dealer says will last the lifetime of the 1.6 engine. Is this true?

Oil cap not replaced after service - is the garage liable for engine damage?

My Mazda 6 had a service 9000 miles ago. Last week I opened the bonnet (to refill the washer bottle) and found that the filler cap was missing. Oil was everywhere and nothing is showing on the dipstick,...

How can I get my SORN car to a garage?

How can I get my car on SORN to a garage for a service? My car has been off the road and I want to sell it, but am reluctant to tax and insure it just to drive to the garage to get it checked over.

Vauxahll Corsa engine failure - who's to blame?

A family member bought a Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 petrol Ecotec last year (2012 - 62 plate). Despite my reminders, she has failed to service the vehicle (now owned for 14 months) and, low and behold, on Saturday...

Buying a Mitsubishi Evo X - are there any known issues?

I am about to take the plunge on a Mitsubishi Evo X - FQ 360. Is there any mechanical issues I should be aware of?

DO I have to use an approved dealer to preserve my warranty?

Do I need to use a Volkswagen dealer for a first service to preserve my Passat's warranty?

Any known issues with the FIAT Seicento?

Can you tell me if there are any known issues with the 2002 FIAT Seicento? I have just bought one and want to know what I should be looking out for.