Could you recommend a plug-in hybrid that can tow a small trailer?

I tow a small trailer, which I use to transport horse muck, firewood, pallets etc with my 2011 Mini Countryman diesel. I was looking to replace it with a 2020 Mini Countryman SE PHEV but found out you...

Can you recommend a car for a growing family in London?

We're trying to decide on potential used cars, budget is up to £7000 (cash), for 2 adults and, at present one infant (may well be 2 within 12 months!) plus a cocker spaniel. We live in fairly central London,...

What's the best small, electric 4x4?

I'm planning to use our 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman for a deposit on an electric 4x4, some kind of lease deal. The question is, what 4x4 do we need? We share our time between London and rural Suffolk, and...

We want a small car for less than £2000. What advice would you give to a clueless buyer?

We need a second car for local trips (the school run, popping to the shops etc - no long motorway journeys). I don't want to spend more than £2000 and I've narrowed it down to three (I think), all with...

Why are so many car interiors dark and dreary?

I find it difficult to understand why so many car manufacturers only offer black/dark grey interiors, increasingly with black headlining. I think these are dreary and depressing when compared with models...

Can you suggest a good first car?

Is a Renault Twingo good for a first car?

I do very low mileage. Should I get a diesel or hybrid?

I'm looking to change my car (petrol Nissan Qashqai) to an automatic as I do around 3000 miles a year, mostly town driving and the odd motorway trip. My wife is disabled with hip problems so I need something...

Can you suggest a family car with a big boot that'll be reliable?

I have 2 teenage girls and need to trade in my small Fiat for something which is big enough to put a tent and some paddleboards in the boot. It also needs to be easy to park. I don’t care two hoots about...

I do 60 miles per day. Should I go for petrol or diesel?

I currently do 60 miles a day to work and back, mainly dual carriageway and B roads. I was looking at buying a used Skoda Octavia Estate with the automatic gearbox. Would petrol or diesel be best?

Should I swap my Vauxhall Corsa for a Kia Rio?

I currently have a 2010 Vauxhall Corsa. Although it's a really slow car, I've liked it as it's roomy inside and feels solid and safe. It's just passed its MOT but urgently needs 2 new tyres and, at some...