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I need to replace my faithful, practical, but dull, 14 year old, 70,000 mile Mazda Demio Escape, which was very well suited to its main task of lots of short journeys with two people and a large dog. I...

I'm looking to buy a diesel; mainly for the long distance drive I usually do and the tax rates.
However my friend recently told me that diesel cars have received a huge backlash in publicity. He also...

My wife and I have a large dog and are expecting a baby in March. I currently have a Mazda 6 Estate (2004) but am looking to sell for a newer and bigger option. Whilst I would love another estate and am...

I have just ordered a Skoda Octavia 1.2 petrol. The car has a stop-start system fitted for economy, but surely it is good practice to let a turbo engine idle for a short time to allow the turbo to cool?...

I'm currently learning to drive and thinking ahead about what car to buy when I've passed.! My daily commute is a 10 mile round trip in heavy city traffic, but I'll also be doing a fair amount of motorway...

I am interested in buying a new Audi A3, but am unsure whether to go for a petrol or diesel. I mostly cover short journeys of 10 to 20 miles. Is it best to stick to petrol and if so 1.4 or 1.8 engine?

I'm thinking of buying a Volkswagen Golf SV on 17-inch wheels with sport suspension to replace my old Tiguan R Line on 18s, which I found unpleasantly hard/ jarring. What is your view on my intended...

I am looking to replace my Audi A6 Avant diesel as I want to upgrade my racing car trailer, which would have a weight of 2000 to 2200kg when fully loaded. This is outside the towing capacity of the A6.
I...

My father is 80 and completely fit and able. However, he does find getting in and out of his current car increasingly tricky. I have suggested that we swap it for something smaller, bit higher and with...

Is The Fiat Panda 1.3 Multijet diesel a good choice for a new small car?