My diesel Astra suffered engine failure during an MoT - should the testing centre cover the repair cost?

I hope you can advise me on problems with an MoT test I have had on my Astra 1.7d Merit (mileage 118,000) recently. The test was carried out and I was given a failure notice on emissions, plus a couple...

Is premium diesel worth the extra cost?

Is it worth using a premium diesel fuel in a 2007 VW Passat 2.0 TDI car from the point of view of performance, engine longevity, smoother running etc?

Can you explain how a diesel particulate filter works?

Can you give us any information on where I can find a proper explanation of the function and potential limitations of a diesel particulate filter?

Disadvantages of EU5 diesels

"Peugeot only expects to sell 8,500 508s in the UK in a full year, split 50/50 saloon/SW and 80/20 diesel/petrol, though, once the public starts to catch on to the disadvantages of EU5 diesels, I expect...

Has Volvo initiated a software upgrade on the V50 R-Design diesel to assist with DPF regeneration?

I apologise if I am boring you with this subject. I have been contacted by a local Volvo dealer who is aware that I am in the market for a new car and of my concerns regarding the DPF. They have a special...

Why did a Volvo salesman say that a software upgrade would reduce DPF problems with the V50 R-Design?

I have been approached by a local Volvo dealer who is aware that I am in the market for a new car and of my concerns regarding the DPF. They have a special offer at present: V50 R-Design D2 (1.6) with...

Fuel conned assumption

I have an Audi A3 SE Sportback, with the 1.6 TDI engine and have found the comments about fuel consumption interesting. My car is 14 months old with 12,500 on the clock. Many years ago as a driver of company...

Can you recommend an economical car for my 60-mile commute?

I currently own a 2007 Aygo+, with three doors. Following a job change last year I am now commuting over 60 miles a day on the A5 and A38, both dual carriageways, between Tamworth and Derby. I am spending...

Would you recommend the Ford C-Max or Land Rover Freelander for towing a caravan?

I am going to buy a caravan, possibly of a maximum weight of 1,400kg, and need to change my car, as at the moment drive a 2006 Ford Focus C Max 1.6 TDCi Zetec. I like the driving position of this car,...

Reliability of mid-size diesel 4X4s

Probably against your general advice, I am looking to buy a (new) mid size manual diesel 4X4. Could you comment on expected reliability of Honda CR-V 2.2D, Kuga 2.0 TDCi and Hyundai ix35 2.0 CRD? The items...