Why is my new Volkswagen Passat so noisy?

A few months ago I bought a new Volkswagen Passat GT estate. The car drives well enough, but emits a loud drone on all but the smoothest of roads. It is on 18-inch alloys and the dealer cannot find any...

Replacing X3 tyres - do they have to be BMW approved?

I need to replace the front tyres on my BMW X3. However, I have been told that the tyres must be BMW approved and within 2mm of each other, otherwise it will cause a strain on the transfer box. Is this...

Can I fit runflats to a MINI Cooper?

My wife has a 2009 MINI Cooper which now needs four new tyres. She is uneasy about the lack of a spare tyre and has little faith in the tyre inflation,sealing system. Would you recommend fitting runflats...

Tyres - how long should they last?

My Audi A6 Avant has almost 9000 miles on the clock and I bought it from new. It had a slow puncture caused by a nail in the front driver's side tyre. The guy at the tyre specialist said that the tyre...

Will new tyres solve my Polo's uncomfortable ride?

I have a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI that is 12 months old. When I went for a test drive, prior to purchase, I complained that the ride was too hard. The dealer told me not to worry as there is a 'comfort...

How good is the Honda HR-V?

I am looking to downsize from my Honda CR-V. A petrol automatic is essential and I am considering buying a Honda HR-V, which seems to be a good step down without getting to small. I have read a number...

Buying a used 4x4 for £5000 - what should I buy?

I'm looking to buy a used four-wheel drive vehicle with a budget of anything up to £5000. I don't need off-road capability but I do use some remote roads which go untreated in winter conditions. What might...

Which tyres are best for the Jaguar X-Type?

My 2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.1 V6 petrol automatic has always been shod with Pirelli P-Zero 225/45 ZR17 and is now nearing a change. As it is never driven above the legal limit, would I be better off with a...

Where can I get a space saver for my Toyota GT86?

I have spent ages on the internet today, trying to find a space saver spare for a Toyota GT86. The owners' club recommend a T135 70D17 wheel from a Subaru Impreza or Legacy. Do you have any ideas about...

Need a used exec car with low running costs

I bought my Lexus IS220d (08 plate) four years ago with 40k miles on it and have now added 100k miles without much going wrong, Lexus customer services have been excellent throughout. I am now starting...