Has towning my Galaxy caused damage?

My automatic Ford Galaxy was towed off the ground. I was told it was the alternator. Not so - the car starts but gears are not engaging properly. Is it as a result of towing?

Buying a small auto for temporary use?

My wife broke her leg 5 months ago and can no longer drive a manual car. I have a new Landrover on order but the leadtime is 5 months. I would like to buy a small automatic for <£4K which I can sell again...

Loss of power with Vauxhall Zafira Easytronic

I have a Vauxhall Zafira Easytronic automatic and had loss of power while driving, recently it started doing it more often and was taken into Vauxhall Aldershot, they have said it needs a near clutch and...

Buying a new car for a short driver

As my wife is only five feet in height and of slender build it is difficult to find a suitable, safe car to drive because she sits so close to the airbag. If the airbag was deployed it is likely to cause...

Looking for an automatic family car?

I currently drive an Alfa Romeo Giulietta (Cloverleaf) that is 2 years old. It's not very well built and I would like a car that is automatic (my wife finds them much easier to drive), good for a new family...

What is causing my Mercedes-Benz E320 diesel to smoke under acceleration?

I have a 2002 Mercedes E320 diesel automatic estate. It has done 115,000 miles and I now use mainly Shell V-Power or other brand fuel, but I have been guilty of using supermarket diesel in the past. When...

Which diesel pick-up should I buy?

I am considering purchasing a high spec double cab pick-up for use as a family car and 'gardening/camping' duties. My mileage would be some 6000 per annum and the longest average journey would be some...

How do I 'left foot brake'?

All advice I see says right foot on accelerator and brake, left foot static. I believe it would be better right foot on accelerator, left foot on brake. What would you advise please?

DSG transmission problems?

What are known problems with 7 speed DSG gearboxes with hesitation on turning, starting off at low speed and going uphill after slow approach from main road? I have new (May) car and have suffered all...

A small petrol auto for 900 miles per year?

My current car, a Honda Civic coupe, will be 13 years old next year. It will need a new cam belt and about £400 or £500 spent on it. I have really loved this car and it has not cost a lot to run. Now...