What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months?

I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they flyout, it may not have been driven for six months....

Should I buy a new car if it's about to be discontinued?

I have had a Focus for 10 years and I am considering a change to a newer model but I am aware that Ford are planning to discontinue the model. I prefer to have a manual and I have found the above version...

Is it safe to have my tyre pressures slightly below the recommended figures?

I have a 2018 Focus ST with 19-inch wheels. I always set the pressures to the plate on the door frame - 41PSI front and 38 rear. I only ever carry no more than 3 people. Several times I've had new tyres...

How can I reduce wind noise in my car?

I have a 2018 Ford Focus Vignale and there's really extreme wind noise from the top leading edge of the driver's door/door mirror area. I've watched a couple of reviews of the same car on YouTube and both...

How do I find a faulty tyre sensor?

How can I find a faulty tyre sensor on my 2016 Mondeo?

Do EcoBoost engines in the Ford Puma have wet belt issues?

Is there a problem with the wet timing belt in the 1litre and 1.5litre engines used in the Ford Puma? I have heard that the belt sheds material which blocks the oilways.

Which tyres offer kerb protection?

I would like to fit tyres with kerb protection to my 2020 Puma. It seems most sites do not show this as a search option. I would like quality tyres with an 'A' rating in the wet. The size is 215/50 R18....

Why does my new Fiesta cost more in car tax than my old one?

I have a Ford Fiesta 1.0-litre EcoBoost, registered 2020. It is exactly the same model as the one I had from new in 2013, road tax free. Why am I now paying £190. Surely the new ones emissions will be...

Are seven year old tyres still safe?

I have a 7 year old Focus with the original back tyres. Tread depth is just over 4 mm. is it worth renewing these now due to their age or wait until they wear down to 3mm?

Do I need beam converters for driving in France?

Does a Ford focus Titanium X Edition 2018 with LED headlights need headlamp deflectors for driving in France or can I adjust them in settings? Can’t find the answer in the vehicle handbook.