Rattle from a brand new Megane?

Just under two months ago, I took delivery of a brand-new 2012 Megane Hatchback. I've recently noticed a rather loud rattle that appears when closing the right rear door, and when driving over less-than...

Juddering transmission - what could it be?

I have a 1.6-litre Renault Megane auto which is regularly serviced. While out driving today, car started juddering as if being starved of petrol. First a warning that gearbox needed checking, followed...

Which new compact MPV offers comfort and luxury?

I would like to buy a compact MPV which is comfortable and practical with some luxury. I have been looking at the Citroen C3 Picasso, Ford C-Max, Mercedes-Benz B-Class, Peugeot 3008, Renault Scenic and...

Hybrid or diesel?

I am considering the Toyota Yaris Hybrid, but now I have just seen the New Clio (Wow) in dCI mode, which is the better car

Where can I buy winter tyres in summer?

I’ve been on winter tyres for the last five winters. My 1.5DCI Renault Modus is happily clocking 65mpg on my 90mile daily commute across the southern Yorkshire Dales on Kleber Krisalp tyres. I leave them...

My new Renault Twingo has not met my pre-delivery specification - is there anything I can do?

Earlier this year, my daughter bought a Renault Twingo which was made to her specification over ten weeks. She ordered what she believed to be the top model with the Cup chassis and Black Pack as extras....

Which diesel to replace my 2007 Renault Laguna?

I bought my third Laguna, a 2007 2-litre diesel Dynamique, in March 2010 with 20,000 miles on the clock. The car has now done 70,000 miles and, as this is my first diesel, I'm worried that I'm entering...

Which small, punchy car to replace my daughter's SEAT Ibiza?

My daughter is planning to replace her 2003 SEAT Ibiza next year and has a shortlist including the Fiesta 1.4 Zetec, Mazda 2 1.5 Sport and Renault Clio 1.2 Dynamique. I note that the Mazda has a chain...

Which people carrier for a childminding business?

My daughter, who runs a childminding business, is looking for an economical seven or eight-seat people carrier, up to three years old and used mainly for short journeys, to take up to six children in a...

Troublesome automatic gearbox on my Grand Modus

I have an issue with automatic gear box on my Renault Grand Modus 1.6 (2008). Have driven autos for over 20 years, mainly Japanese cars so this is my first Renault. I find that the Modus drives more like...