Does the Volkswagen Polo have any reliability issues?

Do you know of any issues with the 2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI 90PS? I'm worried about the cam belt and I think it needs changing after four years or 60,000 miles.

Do new Audi A4s use lots oil?

We are considering buying a new or almost new Audi A4 or Q5 with the 2.0 litre TFSI petrol engine, but are very scared by the reports of very high oil consumption. Is this still a problem?

Ford Mondeo diesel - timing belt or chain?

I own a 2006 Ford Mondeo 2.0 tdci 130, but can't work out if it's got a timing chain or belt. Can you help?

When do you need to change the cam belt on a Grand Voyager?

When do you need to change the timing belt on a 2006 Grand Voyager 2.8 diesel?The Chrysler Operating Instruction Book has a schedule which says replace the engine timing belt at 100,000k but the schedule...

Turbo engine cooling - how long before I switch off?

I have recently acquired a Ford Fiesta with the EcoBoost turbo engine to add to our turbo BMW 535i. You have mentioned in the past about running turbos for a few minutes before switch off and I can't remember...

What are the servicing intervals for a motorhome?

I am to take delivery soon of a newly registered motorhome based on a Ford 2.2 diesel engine and chassis. It is an old model and is between one and two years old, although only having done delivery miles....

When should I change the oil in my Astra?

After much deliberation I've finally changed my less than impressive Toyota Auris diesel for a new Vauxhall Astra. I decided to get the new 1.6 CDTI whisper diesel, which is proving to be a fantastic engine...

Nissan Note problems - what's the cheapest fix?

My 2008 Note recently had its annual service at a local Nissan garage, but I want to question two of their recommendations. The first problem is the lights on the dashboard behind the rev counter and...

When should I service the auto box on my Focus?

I have a 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 petrol auto. I am trying to find out when I should service the auto gearbox. It looks like it has never been done and looking through the service literature it doesn't list...

Should I change the timing belt on my Fiesta?

I have a 2006 Ford Fiesta Ghia 1.4 petrol that has done only 22,000 miles in nine years. I've been recommended a timing belt change at 100,000 miles or eight years. Is that right for this low mileage car?