Should I fit 16-inch wheels to my Skoda Yeti?

I am buying a new Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI SE. However, they only come with 17-inch wheels, would it be OK to fit 16s? I know they would give a softer ride.

Is the Skoda Fabia better than the Kia Venga?

I need to replace my much loved 2006 Ford Focus 1.8 petrol manual, after 117,000 trouble free miles. The new Focus is too bulky and the boot is too small. I like the Skoda Fabia Estate 1.2 petrol 110PS...

Where have all of the petrol Yetis gone?

I want to get a second hand Skoda Yeti. I do not want a diesel as I only cover 7000 miles a year. This only leaves the 1.2 petrol which fear is too underpowered for my needs. Why has Skoda discontinued...

What's the fuel economy like in the Octavia 1.8 petrol?

A friend of mine has told me not to buy the Skoda Octavia with the 1.8 petrol engine. He's a tax drive and said economy for this engine is as low as 25mpg. Yet Real MPG doesn't reflect this. What's your...

Which tyres are best for low road noise?

My Skoda Octavia is currently on Continental Sport Contact 2, 205/55 R16 91V tyres, which seem very noisy on rougher tarmac. Is there an economical 'quieter' alternative?

helping dealership hit targets

I have paid the deposit on a new Skoda Fabia 2015 but have been asked by the dealer to take out insurance by the end of this month, so they can put the sale thru their books and meet sales targets. I do...

Which city car is best for £10k?

I'm thinking about buying a new city car. I usually do around 600 miles per month, mostly urban routes with lots of "stop and go" traffic and red lights. I can't pay more than £10,000, but it needs to...

Should I change the cam belt on my Fabia?

I have just clocked up 153,000 miles in my 2004 Skoda Fabia VRS. The cam belt and water pump were last replaced three years ago at 113,000 miles, should I have it done again for peace of mind? Also, will...

How can I solve my Skoda's DSG problems?

My Skoda Octavia has lost all of its odd numbered gears. Skoda originally said it was the mechatronic unit and agreed to change it for a nominal fee even though the car was almost a year out of warranty....

Do you have any info on the Fabia 1.9SDI?

I'm looking to buy a cheap used Skoda Fabia which I intend to run for around one year. I recently found a 2001 Fabia Comfort Estate with the 1.9SDi engine which I nearly bought, but hesitation cost me...