Can you recommend an economical first car with cheap insurance for a 23-year-old?

I'm a 23-year-old female, just about to graduate from university. I passed my driving test in 2010, and am looking for my first car. I need one that's as cheap as possible to insure and reliable. I will...

Which 4-door hatchback would you recommend to replace my wife's Peugeot 206?

We are thinking of replacing my wife's car, which is a 2003 Peugeot 206 Verve, 1,124cc. We would welcome your recommendation to meet the following requirements:- 1. 4 door with hatchback. 2. Slightly larger...

Which small, cheap tax car would you buy?

I have recently had a baby so the BMW 330 has to go, as it's not that baby friendly. So we are looking to get a small car that is cheaper to run. We also have Pegeout 307 so we don't need a big car really....

Could you recommend a pick-up truck suitable for carrying building materials?

I am involved with a charity for young people. We are doing a lot of self-build and repair work ourselves on the charity’s club and recreational centre. We have to watch every penny, as you may understand....

Buying a nearly-new hybrid car

I want to buy a 4/5 door, 4/5 seat automatic (hybrid?). I have about £12,000, and like the look of the Honda Insight. Is this a good option? I do not want a diesel.

Hybrid v Diesel

We have two cars, Audi A4 and Corolla Verso, both 2004 and both Automatics. We are considering consolidating to one car between us. We would prefer automatic with cruise control and ease of access...

What could replace my BMW X5 Sport and offer a more comfortable ride?

My wife has developed a nasty neck condition and now feels every road bump. This is compounded by my BMW X5 Sport's 20-inch wheels etc. We regrettably must change vehicle. We love the high vantage of the...

Ford Focus TDCi or Toyota Prius?

I am jumping on the green(er) bandwagon and considering these cars: A Focus 1.6 TDCi Zetec on a 10 plate £11k with approx 13k on the clock from Dagenham Motors. A Toyota Prius T-Spirit on a 06 or 07-plate,...

Could you recommend a reliable, economical car for our student daughter?

After reading your column we purchased a FIAT Panda for our two daughters to learn to drive. We have owned it for four years and it has proved an excellent choice. Our older daughter is now 21 and is due...

Which hybrid? Jazz or Auris?

Which is the best hybrid for a 60 year old car fan? I'm 6feet 3ins and a Jazz owner for seven years.