Is there an inherent problem with the fitting of towbars to ESP-equipped cars like our Skoda Yeti?

Is this an accident waiting to happen? I recently took delivery of a Skoda Yeti with which I am delighted. I had opted for factory tow bar preparation and my local Skoda garage recommended a company to...

ESP light flashing

My esp (skid) light has come on, the esp button does not appear to do anything but I hadn't noticed that before the light came on. Not sure what the button is supposed to do as the manual is terribly...

Did ESP cause my rented Audi A6 to go out of control on snow-covered roads?

I’d like to make a general comment following your comments on compulsory ESP installation. I have driven many miles on snow in Scandinavia over 20 years and the worst incident I have encountered was I'm...

Electronic Stability Problem

I have a SEAT Alhambra 2.0TDI (registered in Sept 2007/57 plate). I bought the car in March 2010 (1 previous owner from new) and it has been serviced at a SEAT garage so far. At the weekend the ESP warning...

Why will my dealer not repair an ESP fault on my Audi A3 under warranty?

I recently purchased a 2006 Audi A3 with full Audi service history and 47,000 miles on the clock. The ESP light has appeared and I have had a diagnostic test done. The fault is the brake pressure sensor...

ESP warning light

Could you confirm email address for VW UK Customer Services (due to 059B Brake Pressure Sensor elec fault in circuit on 2004 Touran 44K)

Nissan X-trail-2.0 petrol TREK

I should very much like a used Nissan X-trail 173 diesel, but I only cover a few thousand miles a year, so the DPF problems mean I should have to go for the 2 litre petrol Trek; sadly, the Trek is very...

Why do you recommend disabling the ESP when driving in snow and ice?

I have just read with interest your reply to JG, Fleet, regarding the switching off of ESP in snow and ice. I own a rear-wheel drive Lexus IS 250 automatic, not the best combination for snow. Whilst the...

Skid row

I found the following info on the Bosch website: “ESP is to be mandatory for new passenger-car and commercial vehicle models from November 2011, and for all new vehicles from November 2014. The European...

bought VW golf '07 4 months ago - ESP/ABS light on continuously

We bought an '07-plate VW Golf from a dealer four months ago. The ESP and ABS light came on, and they've said since our warranty is out they won't fix it. They've said to contact VW dealer, but want £75...