Can I swap the gearbox in my Kia Picanto automatic?

Over the last three years I have owned two Kia Picantos with automatic gearboxes. The latest on a 23 model has a AMG gearbox which is quite dreadful. My previous 17 reg model had a torque converter box...

Can I claim compensation from a dealer for a used car with worn tyres?

We recently bought a 2023 diesel Kia Sportage, from a Kia dealer about 150 miles from home. With only 9000 miles driven we were surprised that 3 of the 4 Bridgestone tyres were 70% worn. The dealer couldn’t...

Should tyre pressures be set higher for hybrid cars?

I have a 2023 Kia Sportage hybrid. I notice that the tyre pressures for both the hybrid and non hybrid cars are quoted as 35PSI normal load and 40PSI for 4 passengers. The hybrid though weighs 1715kgs...

Is the government electric car grant ending in April?

A Kia dealership told us the ECG discount might expire or change from April 2026. What info do you have on this? Can you confirm this is not the case.

Will Kia's seven-year warranty still be valid if some of the services are late?

I'm considering buying a Kia Niro 2021 hybrid from a reputable local family business from whom I've bought before, but my concern is the 7 year warranty. It was registered in May 2021 and the first two...

We need a small car - what do you suggest?

We need to change my wife's 56 plate Citroen C1. She only drives about 2000 miles a year, mainly local driving, but with the occasional 150 mile trip. Physical size is important as access to our house...

What's the best value small SUV to buy?

We are trading our Toyota C-HR and upgrading. What car in this category would you suggest is appropriate and best all round value?

Will the petrol in my Kia Niro PHEV deteriorate if not used?

I own a six year old Kia Niro PHEV. I have recently downsized my housing and now live in a small bungalow. My car now mainly sits in my driveway and when I do use it the electric from the battery covers...

Can I leave a hybrid parked up for six weeks?

I am going to Australia for six weeks in January/February. Is it okay to leave my self charging hybrid Kia Sportage motionless for that long?

What is 'sailing' mode and why does it only work occassionally?

I have purchased a Kia Sportage mild hybrid and it has a system called Sailing where when your are driving and take your foot off the accelerator the engine shuts down and it goes into coasting mode. Then...