How does hill start assist work?

I have a 2016 Ford Ka + but don't fully understand how 'Hill Start Assist' works, being reluctant to release the handbrake on a hill before increasing revs and engaging the clutch.

How much is my Ford Mondeo worth?

I gave my car to a local garage to have substantial repairs done. The repairs were largely completed and the owner of the garage was giving it a last test drive in person after running the car on a ramp....

Why has Ford increased the recommended tyre pressures on the Focus?

I have purchased a new Ford Focus 1.0 125 Titanium. This replaced the same model purchased in 2019. Ford have increased the 16 inch wheel pressures in 2022 from 33psi to 38psi which gives a harder ride....

What's the best small hatchback?

I'm looking for a small hatchback style car, like a Hyundai i10 size. I would like a very comfortable drivers seat, rear parking camera and as a bonus it would be great to have a heated windscreen. If...

Will the stop-start system on my Fiesta damage my engine?

Does the auto start/stop system wear out the engine quicker and turbo? Also, what kind of battery does it have? And has the starter motor been made stronger to within the stop starts? And what the system...

I need a car with a high driver's seat but not an SUV - what would you suggest?

Can you please tell me some cars (not SUV's) that have a high drivers seat as I struggle to lower myself into a car seat?

Can I fit EV specific tyres on a Ford S-MAX?

We have a 67 plate S-MAX and both the front and rear tyres (245/45 R19) will need replacing soon. I like the look of the Hankook iON evo with it's A ratings and 69dB noise, but I'm unsure whether their...

How do I clean the windscreen washer bottle in my car?

I have a 2022 Ford Focus and the washer bottle appears to be blocked with gunge, but I can’t get access to it easily. I would have tried the hosepipe method but it is in a tight position under the bonnet...

What's the best short-mileage commuter car?

I need something for traveling 15 miles a day to and back from work, but I am fussy and want something that is cheap to run, insure and maintain yet has comforts like air con, a decent stereo and a heated...

Is there a hybrid that doesn't have a noisy CVT gearbox?

I want to buy a comfortable SUV style if possible car, I have owned a Yaris Cross 4WD and A RAV 4 AWD both new in last three years, although I liked both machines I find the CVT noisy in both and also...