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What's the best used hybrid for under £10k?

What SUV with four wheel drive should I buy?

I currently drive a Mitsubishi L200 and want to change. I need something with 4x4 drive, as I stay in a hilly area and need it for winter driving. Also a good boot space for my dog. I currently do about...

Are CVT transmissions reliable or to be avoided?

Are CVT transmissions reliable or to be avoided? How much maintenance do they require?

I’m looking to buy a car which I’m able to fit my son's BMX in - what do you suggest?

I’m looking to buy a car which I’m able to fit my son's BMX in. I currently have a Focus. He’s not 11 and due to the boot lip he does struggle getting it in and out easily. I’m disabled so can’t help him....

I need an SUV that's easy to get in and out of - any suggestions?

I am looking for an SUV with lower ground clearance so that my elderly mum is able to get in it. She is wheelchair bound so has limited mobility and I need to fold the wheelchair and put it in the back....

What electric cars do you recommend?

What's a good small automatic that's economical and reliable?

I have a budget of around £4k and am looking for a small automatic that will mostly do city driving and school runs for my wife. I have read that MMT (Yaris) and DSG gearboxes are troublesome. The Yaris...

What fun convertibles are good for under £10k?

I came to the world of driving in my late 30s and while learning I bought a Daihatsu Copen. I'd like another convertible - are there any other relatively recent convertibles for under £10k that will give...

We want a petrol seven-seater - what do you suggest?

I need a seven seat car but don't do long distance regularly. Most journeys are short such as school, work, shopping. The majority of options are diesel though. We really like the Peugeot 5008 and currently...