Most recently answered automatics questions

I would like some advice on which Motability car to choose. It must be an automatic (I have owned Suzuki autos for 20 years) and the gearbox must be a conventional TC rather than a jerky alternative.

Do dual clutch gearboxes disengage their clutches when the car is at a standstill with brakes operated? I happened to read this but I have always gone into neutral, thinking I was saving clutch wear due...

I bought an approved used 2016 plate Skoda Fabia DSG automatic last year, which had done 38,000 miles. After just over one year of ownership and less than 10,000 miles it requires a replacement gearbox...

I've read many times of problems with this Volkswagen DSG auto gearbox. Could you please remind me of the engine/auto combination to avoid?

I'm 24 and I'm looking to buy a new or secondhand car. A lot of my driving is on the motorway and do at least 10k miles a year. I'd like an automatic as it'll be easier in motorway traffic for me, and...

I currently have a 2015 Volkswagen Golf with the DSG gearbox, which you have been critical of (but ours has had no trouble). I'm now thinking of a replacement. The new Golf has a DSG gearbox. Is this the...

I'm looking for a comfortable, reliable, economical commuter car to cover 25,000 miles per year. I currently own a 2009 Citroen C5 2.0-litre auto diesel. This gives me 35-40mpg so not great! But I'm 6'4''...

What's the best current or nearly-new small, automatic, petrol MPV with a flat load bed that would be easy to load bikes or a dog?