New small cars

Have a Nissan Micra R reg and have only done 60,000 miles. She sadly needs to be replaced. What would you recommend for someone who usually only does town mileage, with occasional trips out in GB at...

Economical small car with space for a wheelchair

I am looking to buy a small-medium size car. I currently drive an automatic Corsa (07 plate) but I am finding it only does 40 mpg. The car needs to have room for an average size wheelchair in the boot...

Which cars have light clutch operation?

I have arthritis in my left knee, but a replacement joint is out of the question. I’d accepted that I’d eventually have to buy a car with auto transmission until recently, when I drove a Hyundai i20 and...

Can I have an LPG conversion?

I've considered an LPG conversion on my 2.4-litre Hyundai Santa Fe but some installers don't recommend it.However, some do. I believe the problem is that the valves are too soft, even with a lubrication...

Keeping my DPF healthy

I am not a high mileage driver. How do I prevent problems with the diesel particulate filter on this vehicle?

A high seating position

I have driven Audi 80s and A4s since 1993, but my wife and I are now finding our car uncomfortable and difficult to get in and out of. I am about to retire and want to change the car. I want a high seating/ingress...

Small car with easy access

We need a car to transport elderly parents who have had replacement knees & hips. A low sill is essential. We like small cars (around 4M), small engines & automatic gearboxes. The Verso S & Venga seem...

Good, economical small car

My daughter is starting a nursing degree in September. She is 25 and has a clean licence. She may need to drive up to 80 miles as a round trip on several days of the week. Is there a small car you might...

Advice on nippy, small, frugal car?

I'm looking for a new car. I currently drive an 02 Focus 115 TDCi and it's getting about 30 to the gallon as I'm always in traffic to and from college. I'd like something that gets more to the gallon...

Small economic automatics

Could you recommend a small, econonical automatic car? I would prefer diesel but would consider petrol if good mpg. The automatic is the critical factor.