Why does the coolant temperature of my Hyundai Coupe drop to nothing when the air con is turned on?

When my Hyundai Coupe 2.0 SE (1998) is running at normal operating temperature, one of the two fans cuts in and out as normal. When the air conditioning is switched on straight away, both fans cut in and...

Which small car should I replace my Ford StreetKa with?

I currently own an 04-plate Ford StreetKa which I want to part exchange. I've been told by the garage I bought it from that its worth £4000 as a part exchange. I want a reliable, solid yet stylish small...

Which £12,000 5-door diesel should I replace my Peugeot 306 with?

I currently own a X-reg (2000) Peugeot 306 HDI which needs changing before the next winter. I've done 300,000 miles in two 306s, so I fancy something with a bit more go. My normal annual mileage is 20,000...

Good Manners

I have driven a Hyundai Matrix 1.8 for the last seven years, from new, and never had any trouble with it. I am 73 years old and don't do many miles. I just drive around the Isle of Man, where I live, and...

Unheard of

I have just purchased a new Hyundai i30 1.6 Comfort. The car is fine except for the accelerator, which is very fierce at small openings. This makes it difficult to start smoothly and to drive in stop-start...

What's causing a delay to the delivery of our Hyundai ix35 4x4?

We ordered a premium Hyundai ix35 4x4 with media and individual packs in Sirus silver on 14 May 2010. Delivery was estimated at to be before the end of July, but has now been put back to end of August...

Which small, spacious car could we buy to keep in France for occasional use?

I am considering buying a car in France to keep in France. It must be a 2-pedal automatic, must have four doors, and must be able to accommodate four people plus a wheelchair. I have thought about a Renault...

Which estate car would you recommend for lots of short journeys?

I am looking to change my car, a Citroen Xsara Picasso HDI exclusive on a 51 plate. I've enjoyed the comfort and space of this car, particularly the boot because it holds two sets of golf equipment. I'm...

What can I do to pinpoint a hesitation problem in my diesel Hyundai i30?

At about 1500 revs, from cold at about 20/30 mph and with the temperature about half/two thirds to optimum, my Hyundau i30 diesel automatic hesitates as though it is low on fuel, needs to change gear,...

Which car with a high seating position could I buy to replace my Fiat Panda?

I am considering trading in my Fiat Panda for a similar small narrow car, preferably one that has a similar high seating position. What are the best options?