What fuel should I use to keep my 10 year old Toyota Avensis running?

You mention that supermarket petrol can clog up engines and reduce MPG from the deposits in their additives. I understand that it's best to use branded super unleaded. Is it the case that branded normal...

Would changing the tyre spec of a car change the mpg?

Would changing the tyre spec of a car change the mpg? If so, by how much? The Ines we are looking at come with an 18-inch alloy and we are looking at the 17-inch optional extra for comfort. Also would...

What is the best, economical commuting car for £5000?

I just started a new job in which I'm doing 120 miles a day, mostly motorway, five times a week. What would be the most economical car to commute and what kind of mpg can I get? I can spend around £5000,...

What's the most economical estate?

What's the most economical estate?

Should I get a petrol Peugeot 308 or a Toyota Auris Hybrid?

I'm waiting to view and test drive a Peugeot 308 Allure 1.2 (130) auto that is being moved to a more local dealership. It's a 2015 reg with only 4000 miles for £10,400. It looks a lovely car but I have...

My Volkswagen has improved since the emissions fix - is this unusual?

We have a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI which has had the software fix applied. Over the last month or so we've had a number of trips to London covering A and B roads using premium fuel and within the speed...

Will a hybrid car still give good mpg on long journeys and country roads?

I currently drive a 2011 Fiat Bravo Multijet diesel - I bought it for the MPG and it hasn't disappointed in that regard, although it's irritatingly unreliable and handling isn't great. Despite living in...

Could you suggest a small, comfortable car with wide-opening doors?

I need a small, easy to drive car for my parents. They have severe back problems and need soft suspension and, ideally, wide opening doors. If it was economical that would be better - but comfort is more...

Is there a defeat device in my Porsche Macan as with the Volkswagen EA189 engine?

I have a 2014 Porsche Macan 3.0-litre diesel, bought new. It recorded 42mpg or better on a long run and 39mpg average on short urban runs. Porsche wrote asking for the car to have a software update for...

Is it more fuel efficient to do less miles even if there's more stopping and starting?

I've found a route to work that is quicker, quieter and less miles. On the motorway it's 18 miles, through the town and stop/start at lights (although very quiet at that time of the morning) its only 10.5...