New car for my in-laws

I have been asked by my father in-law for advice in buying a replacement car. Both my in-laws are retired and are moving to a smaller house. They will want a car for some shorter journeys but also longer...

Free insurance offer isn't what it seems

Volkswagen has refused to give me their one year free insurance on a new Up, which I am taking delivery of next week. The reason is due to a "knock for knock" accident in a supermarket car park two and...

What's the best SUV for new parents?

We're looking for a SUV to cater for our new family. The car will have to take a child’s seat and pram. We've narrowed it down to the Nissan Qashqai 1.6 CVT Acenta Premium, which seemed oddly cramped inside,...

Buying a new car - electric or hybrid?

I live on the Isle of Wight and want to buy a plug-in hybrid as most of our journeys are less than 20 miles. I currently have a 1988 Porsche 924s for use on the Island and a 2005 Volvo XC90, which we...

Best small car for elderly driver?

I need a small car with easy access for its elderly female driver. What do you suggest?

What's the best new car for £8000 or less?

I need a five-door car for a daily commute of five miles. My key criteria in order of priority are reliability (I want to keep it for at least five years preferably 10), fuel efficiency, drivability in...

Need a large car - what you do recommend?

I want to buy a new car and have narrowed my shortlist to the Volkswagen Passat 1.6TDI Exec Estate, Ford Mondeo 1.6 TDCI Graphite Hatch and the Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 diesel TechLine Estate. I spend most...

Can you recommend a new car that will last 12 years?

I have found buying a new car and keeping it for 12 years works for me. Can you suggest something I should buy for £25,000? I car should have reasonable performance to overtake, with comfortable seats,...

Buying a new Golf GTI - should I pay extra for the performance pack?

I've ordered a new Volkswagen Golf GTI, but didn't specify the performance pack as I didn't think it would be of much benefit in day to day driving. However I am now wondering if this option will improve...

Need a car that will be kind to my bad back - what do you recommend?

My wife has hip and back problems, which makes our current car uncomfortable to ride in. Can you recommend a new car that will be better for our needs, with a large cabin and comfortable ride?