Can you recommend a hire car that will take two passengers and large bicycle boxes?

Four of us are flying to Spain for a cycling weekend and are taking our bikes in rigid bike boxes measuring 105cm x 90cm x 30cm (see: www.bikeboxalan.co.uk). I've looked into hiring a Mercedes-Benz Vito...

Renault Espace engine revving itself

The accelerator was no longer responding on our Espace and it was still picking up speed. I switched the engine off and then on again, and the car started revving itself.

Renault Koleos 2.0dCi reliability

Happy New Year and good health to you all at HJ Do you know if there are any reliability issues with the 2.0dci engines fitted to the Renault Koleos and whether they suffer badly with their DPFs? I'm...

Which estate car would you recommend instead of a Vauxhall Insignia?

We are considering buying a new Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer estate but the only diesel is currently 2.0 litres. Due to price differences between petrol and diesel, would it be better to look at another...

Why aren't electric cars being aimed at older drivers in rural locations?

I no longer drive conventional cars, but I live in the country and much enjoy travelling our lanes on my electric buggy. I am a fairly tough old fella and am not much deterred by the exposure to the elements...

Renault Espace won't start again after stopping

I have a 2004 Renault Espace petrol. It always starts from cold but sometimes when you stop it wont restart. The engine turns over but won't fire. If you leave it for 10 minutes it then starts. It's a...

Selling a car I won

I won a Renault Megane Coupe GT Line (TomTom) - it's currently on order and will be ready in a couple of weeks. I want to sell it as quickly as possible (it'll be offered unregistered). What would you...

Where's the fuel pump on my Clio?

Where do I find the fuel pump on an 06 plate Renault Clio 1.2?

Replacing brake pads on a Renault Clio when the car is still under warranty

My Renault Clio is still under warranty and needs new brake pads. Would having the work done somewhere other than a franchised Renault dealer invalidate the warranty?

Choosing petrol or diesel for fuel economy

I own a 2004 Renault Scenic Expression DCi 86 and i'm looking to replace with 2011 Scenic with similar performance. My annual mileage is now reduced from 17,000 in 2004 to around 12,000 in 2011. 80%...