Downsizing from a V70

I am reluctantly considering part exchanging my Volvo V70 D5 (55 reg) for a smaller car to reduce running costs. The car will mainly be used to commute from a rural area into a city centre, a distance...

Will the next year's Honda CR-V come with the latest generation diesel?

Will the new Honda CRV be available with the latest generation diesel engines on its introduction in late 2012?

Orange peel paint on a new car.

I complained about orange peel paint finish on my new Honda Civic back in July 2011. After much delay, Honda say the finish is typical of what their factory turns out. At Honda's suggestion, I got an...

Which Civic engine?

I would like a petrol Honda Civic, 2007 onwards, and have up to £8000. I have found a 1.4 petrol manual, with 57 plate but only 16,000miles on clock on at 8000. Is this low mileage good, or is it so low...

Are there problems with the Accord VTEC?

I have test driven a Honda Accord Tourer VTEC 2.0 Exec at 91,000 miles. On for £4999 with full Honda Service History. Unlike the Accord CDTi which I have written to you about in the past, I cannot see...

Spare wheels and winter tyres

I have a Honda Jazz. My summer tyres are Dunlop SP2030 185/55 R16s on original Honda alloy wheels, and my winter tyres are Nokian WR D3 175/65 R15 (Directional) on steel wheels (KFZ 7085). If I purchase...

HR-V gearbox belt

I'm buying a Honda HR-V but the gear box belt needs some work, maybe to be tightened. What should I do?

Juddering Accord

My 55 plate Honda Accord Tourer 2.2 CDTi judders when I accelerate, first at around 25 mph and then at 55 mph. It seems to be comming from the front near side and is worst when I am turning left. The less...

Buying a new Jazz Hybrid

I am a cash buyer for new Jazz Hybrid. How much discount should I look for?

Mud and snow tyres

Comment is made on the advantage of winter tyres over standard tyres. I have a Honda CR-V fitted with M & S ( mud and snow). How do these fit in the equation?