Are the new MoT exemptions for pre-1960 cars going to have bad consequences?

I have an issue that I feel deserves public airing. It concerns the recent change in the law that allows pre-1960 cars exemption from an annual MOT test. As a classic car collector and restorer of my own...

Can you recommend a wheel and tyre combination for my 2008 Audi A3 to improve the ride?

I have an Audi A3 2.0 TDI S-line 2008 and have been very happy with its frugality (some of it due to the driver) and gadgets. But the car is pretty hard on the road and two damaged tyres have cost me dearly...

Accident in a friend's car - what can I do?

If you have an accident in a friend's car and they do not claim from their company insurance for the vehicle, because they were insuring the car illegally. Can they take me to civil court to make me pay...

Must I accept a low offer of compensation for repairs to my BMW 3 Series from a third party's insurance company?

My (almost) immaculate and reliable 2001 BMW 320i SE has been badly damaged by a driver who claimed he couldn't see me as he reversed. He has accepted full responsibility for the accident. My dealer says...

Is it safe to buy GAP insurance from a smaller broker for my Land Rover?

When researching GAP insurance I came across www.ALA.co.uk on your website. I got a quote from the link and it turned out far cheaper than Land Rover, with what appeared to be similar T&Cs. I have been...

Why is Admiral Insurance increasing my premium after attending a Driver Awareness Course?

Last month, after a minor speed limit infringement, I elected to attend a Driver Awareness Course instead of getting the points (and I must say it was far better than I thought it would be). So far, so...

Thanks for your recommendation for replacement wheels via Tyremen for my Skoda Superb.

Last June I asked for your advice about replacing the ‘bling’ wheels and low profile tyres on my Skoda Superb. Thank you for your confirmation that I was doing the right thing, and also for steering me...

Can I fit different wheels to my Jaguar X-Type to improve tyre wear?

My Jaguar X-Type 2.2d Sport is a pleasure to drive, but a hard drive and harsh. With the low profile tyres on 18-inch alloys the wear on the rubber is a little costly. Is moving to a higher profile tyre...

Can I appeal a Cat B decision?

Can I appeal against a Category B decision, which my insurer has issued on my Daihatsu Fourtrak after it was stolen and then recovered. The car is fine, but has a broken side window and damaged ignition...

Can I drive my girlfriend's Spanish registered car in the UK ?

I am a UK resident and my girlfriend is Spanish resident. If she brings her Spanish registered car when visiting me in the summer, can I drive it in the UK? I am already on her insurance as sometimes...