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Most recently answered winter questions
As winter approaches I have been trying to source some emergency snow chains. I was shown these gadgets from someone who had them in Sweden. They are very simple to use, and effectively are two metal rods...
I am looking to spend up to £15,000 on a secondhand car for my wife, who only will do 4000 miles per year so I'm looking at one or two year-old car. I would like either front wheel drive or 4X4, as we're...
My father struggled through the Northumbrian winter last year, getting his car through the snow. He has decided that a 4x4 is a must. He's got up to £15,000 to spend, would like something not much older...
Could you give me a list of family sized hatchbacks and estates which have 4WD? My Subaru Impreza Sport is due for replacement but my wife loves the security of 4WD in winter. She's not so keen on 'big'...
I have checked on your website as to whether you have covered the topic of dealing with potholes as well as snow and ice with a 4x4. People seem mainly concerned with ice and snow. I want to ask if a 4x4...
My parents (73 yrs and 69 yrs) would like to buy a small automatic diesel car or small 4wd with up to £7,500. They used to have a Suzuki Vitara (diesel auto) - something perhaps a little smaller would...
During the winter, particularly when frosty, the inside of my windscreen freezes over immediately I get in. (Car kept on drive, all windows closed.) This can sometimes take up to half an hour to clear...
I’m looking for a premium diesel SUV automatic with a budget of around £40k. I’m concerned that winters in this country are going to become increasingly more severe for the foreseeable future due to decreased...
Suggestion for a Golf / A3 size, diesel, 4WD to cope with (hilly and icy roads in winter)?
I live in a small Devon village at the bottom of a very steep hill that remained ungritted during the recent snow. This has persuaded me that a 4x4 would be advantageous, but I detest the tank -like size...