Skoda Yeti diesel performance after emissions fix

Our Skoda Yeti 140PS diesel 4WD six-gear manual was tested on a dynamometer to provide the power and torque output graphs before and after the 'cheat' software upgrade. The Yeti had the same grade supermarket...

Best used car for motorway driving - Honda Civic or BMW 3 Series?

I need to change my car and have a choice between a 2013 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Sport (41,000 miles) or a 2012 BMW 316d with 46,300 miles on the clock. I cover 35,000 miles a year on motorways and need...

Is it possible to convert a diesel to run on LPG?

I need a car to tow a 1500kg caravan and have always thought a diesel was the answer. However due to the current anti-diesel climate, what car will be best for the next few years? Would converting a diesel...

What's the best method for removing Mondeo heater plugs?

I have a big problem with my Ford Mondeo diesel. The car is now at my local mechanic's workshop for heater plug replacement. Two of the plugs will not come out and my mechanic is concerned they will snap....

Should Volkswagen replace my Golf's faulty EGR valves?

I have a 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 diesel DSG and the EGR valves need replacing. Is this something I should try to claim is caused by the emissions problems or am I just unlucky? My car is one of those...

BMW 5 Series gearbox whine - does the DMF need replacing?

I would like to ask for advice concerning a drivetrain issue I've been having with a BMW F10 520d manual. The car was purchased as an approved used from a BMW dealer with a two year warranty with 35k miles...

Audi A3 TDI problems following emissions update

My Audi A3 TDI was recalled two months ago for emission modification work. Since then it has only done 400 miles and developed problems with the engine management light flashing on and off. The diagnostic...

How can I fix my Insignia's DPF problems?

I have recently bought a 2009 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 diesel. However, it gave me DPF errors today and started using lots of fuel. I have asked my local garage to remove the DPF, but been told that it can't...

Which diesel car is least likely to give DPF problems?

I do about 12,000 miles a year, mostly short runs with occasional motorway long hauls. I know most (if not all) modern diesels have DPFs which can give problems. But I like diesels because of the relaxed...

Volkswagen Passat CC engine problems - what's the fault?

I have a seven year old Volkswagen Passat CC. It has covered 140,000 miles and had no issues until now. The last two journeys, of approx 200 miles, the engine has 'missed', only for about 20 seconds each...