Regeneration game

How can I tell when my diesel particulate filter needs its 'automatic regeneration process' "supporting"? I don't wish to unnecessarily drive in lower gears and raise my fuel consumption. I typically...

When would you change a 2005 Ford Focus' cam belt?

Ford tells me that my 50,000-mile 2005 Focus 1.6TIVCT does not need the cam belt changing until 100,000 miles or 10 years. I have read the discussion but there seems to be conflicting advice. What would...

Does my Ford Fiesta's fuel pick-up hose have a hole in it?

I have a Ford Fiesta 1.2 Finesse 04 plate, petrol engine. When the fuel level goes below 1/4 of a tank, the car starts stuttering, like it's losing power, then suddenly gets it back again. The lower the...

Why is my Ford Galaxy overheating at high speed?

My 2005 Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI's temperature gauge sits at 90 degrees at 60mph, and once up to 65-70mph it shoots up to 130 degrees. The dash says 'Stop - check coolant'. When I slow down to under 60mph the...

Which estate car would you recommend for a short commute and carrying our dog?

We are looking to spend £3500-£4000 on an estate-type car - a runaround used for a daily commute of only three miles and longer journeys at weekends with our dog. We're looking to keep running costs reasonably...

Recommend a car for transporting us to dog shows to replace our Citroen Xsara Picasso?

We bought a 2001 Citroen Xsara Picasso HDi on your recommendation in 2006. It's a great car, but now we are looking for something a little bigger to transport two people, two dogs, camping gear and our...

I need to buy a reliable estate car for 7000 miles per year - should I consider a diesel?

I need an estate car with good reliability, and I want an automatic with reasonable economy. I have about £10,000 plus my trade-in. I am thinking of a used Passat, Mazda 6 or Volvo V70 and I know from...

Do clutches in the new Ford Mondeo fail at 40,000 miles?

I've heard that the clutches go on the new Ford Mondeo after 30-40,000 miles, and you have to have the flywheel changed as well at a cost of £1000. Is this true?

My Ford Focus ST has been revealed as stolen/recovered - what can I do?

I bought an '05 Ford Focus ST-2 in May this year from a Ford dealer for £9000 with only 36,000 miles on the clock. It came HPI clear, with a full service history, and three owners. It's a really looked-after...

Should my sister-in-law buy a petrol or diesel Ford Focus for short journeys?

My sister-in-law is looking to purchase a new Ford Focus but cannot decide between the 1.6TDCI diesel and 1.6I petrol engines. She does less than 10,000 miles per year, mainly very short runs in town with...