Recommendation update

I recently asked your opinion on the SEAT Alhambra and the Peugeot 5008 with the semi-auto gearboxes. You said neither and recommended the Toyota Verso which is above my price range on Motability. Someone...

What used small auto would you recommend?

I would like a small hatchback. Automatic preferable, and in the low tax range. I no longer do serious motoring so it would be just a runabout, but would like to be able to get the golf clubs in it somehow....

Friction on BMW brakes

I have noticed "rolling resistance/friction" at lower speeds as if the brakes are not fully off. There is also a high frequency "fizzing" sensation through the steering wheel. There is no noise or smell...

BMW 328i or Mercedes-Benz E-Class - which should I buy?

I am looking to purchase a new car and, as I only cover about 6000 miles a year, I've shortlisted the BMW 328i and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 250CGI, both with automatic gearboxes. I am looking for...

Audi A4 Avant - what's causing the automatic transmission vibration?

I have a 2010 Audi A4 Avant automatic. The problem is that it sometimes jerks and vibrates when pulling away. This is especially bad when pulling away uphill, and turning right. I am concerned, because...

Will a Chevrolet Spark make it to the UK?

Does Chevrolet intend to bring out a Spark automatic in 2013 live they have in other parts of the world? Also is the spark as solid as the Kia and Hyundai rivals?

Looking for a wheelchair-friendly small car with a hoist - any suggestions?

We need to replace our Honda Insight Motability car with something which has the capacity to transport a wheelchair 1150mm long, 710mm wide and 650mm high. We would need a hoist fitted to lift the wheelchair....

Freelander gearbox failure - is this a known fault?

I was recently stranded after a sudden, catastrophic failure of the gearbox on my diesel automatic Freelander. It is five years old, has done a mere 56,856 miles and has always been serviced by Land Rover...

What should I buy instead of a Skoda Fabia?

My wife has a new Skoda Fabia SE estate with the 1.2TSI engine and 7 speed DSG on order with the local dealer and with a £2500 part exchange for her Citroen C3 (reg Sept 2007) with 39000 mileage. We are...

Was my accident caused by a transmission fault?

I have a 2011 Skoda Fabia Elegance 1.2TSI 105 7-speed DSG automatic, which is an excellent short journey runabout but it takes its time moving off from cold or within the warming-up period, and also an...