Is it illegal to drive without winter tyres in Italy?

I am planning to drive to northern Italy this winter, but have been told that I must fit winter tyres to my car. Is this true?

Important a car from New Zealand - how do I do it?

I am moving to the UK from New Zealand and would like to bring my Volkswagen California with me. Do you have any advice as to how I do this?

Dealer won't refund my deposit - what can I do?

I put a deposit on a car subject to a RAC check showing no finance. The check came back showing that finance was still outstanding on the vehicle and I demanded a refused on my deposit. However, the dealer...

Can I reject a car over damage and mismatched tyres?

My 2013 BMW 33-D Touring was delivered in August. Upon delivery, I noticed that the car had bodywork damage, which the supplying dealer has repaired. I have now noticed that the on the nearside, the front...

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...

Faulty baring - wear and tear or warranty issue?

Recently, the nearside front hub nut on my two year old Hyundai i10 started to work itself loose. I only noticed it when I tracked it down to a non-engine related noise. After jacking the car up I found...

Insurance company has written off my car - can I demand its repair?

My car was damaged by another driver who immediately admitted liability. His insurers have taken on the claim but the repairs to my car cost more than they say it's worth. I've had the car from new and...

Missing service history - what can I do?

I bought a Vauxhall Vectra 15 months ago, which was advertised with a full service history. However, I’ve never received the history from the dealer. I’ve called, emailed and sent letters, but they have...

Can a seller opt out of statutory rights?

I have paid a small deposit to secure a 2007 Mazda 5; however, on reading the small print in the contract, there includes a "purchasers certificate of examination" which states that the seller will not...

Car advertised with wrong price - what are my rights?

My wife and I want a new car and found a 2013 Audi A1 for sale for £17,995. We really liked the car and the test drive was good; however, when we sat down to sort out the finance I was told by the manager...