Who pays for the problematic exhaust?

My son bought an Audi A6 2004 model from an independent dealer. After 2 weeks the exhaust needs replacing. The garage initially said it would not pay as their warranty did not cover exhaust wear and tear....

Water loss at high speed

I'm losing water from my expansion tank at high speeds, although around town I'm losing some, but not all? There is nothing obvious - can you help?

Audi A3 vs BMW 1 Series interior

Is there any truth to the rumours that there is less space in the back of the new Audi A3 than the BMW 1? Which would be better suited to accommodate 2 kids?

What econmy should I get from my Audi A1?

I recently purchased a Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI manual a couple of weeks ago after reading good road reports about the Audi in what car and mentioning over 50 mpg average, I drove the car last week to...

Versatile 4wd family car?

I wonder if you'd be able to help me. I need a car to serve a number of purposes. It needs to be 4wd and estate shaped or an SUV/crossover. It must be able to cruise happily on the motorway to and from...

Which 4x4?

For some years we have driven Honda CRV and Toyota Rav4s. We would now like a more luxurious vehicle and have considered BMW X3 and Audi Q5. Have you any recommendations please?

Which wheels and tyres for an Audi A6 Avant?

I have recently bought an Audi A6 Avant SE Quattro 3.0L diesel 09 plate. I have recently sold a Jaguar XJ8 and wanted as quiet and smooth a ride as possible. The choice of Audi SE Quattros was limited. The...

A6 or XC90?

I have narrowed down my choices to the Audi A6 3L Quattro (2005/2006) or Volvo XC90 2.4D (2005/2006). We live in a rural area in France which has 6 to 8 weeks of snow and ice so need an AWD car but also...

Diesel engines - turning them off?

I have recently purchased these two cars, both turbo diesel. As a first time user of diesel cars, have heard that before switching off the engine one has to keep it running for a couple of minutes. Is...

Belt or chain?

When I ordered my car I am sure the higher powered 170bhp engine was described as having a chain, whereas the lower powered standard 140bhp had a cambelt. I am advised that at the next service my car will...