Buying a new car - what is recommended?

I am 85, male and fit. I bought a new Peugeot 308 SE HDI (136) in 2008, and have driven only 22,000 miles. I use my car for short shopping trips, and for journeys of about 150 miles every six weeks or...

Can I have a driving assessment at 90 years old?

I am 90 years old, exceptionally fit and have driven accident-free for 65 years. Where may I get a professional assessment of my driving abilities and, if necessary, remedial training?

Is there a car with easy access that we can replace our 2004 Volkswagen Golf with?

My wife and I are now in our mid 70s and finding it difficult to get in and out of our 2004 Volkswagen Golf. We require something that you can "slide in and out of". Any suggestions what our next and possibly...

Replacing a Renault Modus - what should I buy?

I am 74 and own a 2006 Renault Modus Privilege. It has 40,000 miles on the clock, but is it expensive to run and I want to replace it with a nearly new car. I like the seating of the Modus and need five...

What's the best petrol crossover?

I am in the market for a new petrol crossover. Can you tell me which ones are best? I like a high, upright, seating position and I do little mileage as I am retired.

Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio or Eos - which is the most reliable?

I am an elderly driver looking for a new car and am considering either a Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio or Eos. I have £11,000 to spend, but not much else if things go wrong. Which would you say is the most...

Faulty Renault Kangoo - should I be fixed under dealer warranty?

My elderly father bought a 2004 Renault Kangoo three months ago from a dealer. As part of the deal, he got three months warranty, but has had lots of problems with the car. Recently, the airbag light...

Which MPV should I buy?

We will be retiring next year and want to buy a new MPV. My wife will be the only driver, but she has some health issues and it’s important the car has an automatic gearbox, high driving position and a...

Which used car is best for £4000?

My 65 year old mother needs to change her Peugeot 306 2.0 HDI estate. Can you recommend a replacement for £4000? It must be reliable and cheap to run, with reasonable storage. We like the Nissan Note,...

Do we really need a car?

I am now 82 and my wife is 78. We are still both capable drivers. We recently moved into a city environment, well served with shops and free public transport. Earlier this year we got rid of our car after...