Why do insurance groups vary so much for similar cars?

I am looking at a Toyota Yaris Cross or a Honda Jazz as my next car. The insurance group for the Yaris Cross ranges from 11E to 14E, whereas for the Jazz it is 21A to 22A. For two, in many ways quite similar...

What small automatic car do you recommend?

We currently have a Hyundai i10 auto but want one a little bigger with a bit more 'go' and better able to deal with motorways. We are possibly thinking of a Ford Puma but are there better autos about the...

What's the best small used hybrid to buy?

What is your advice on the best second hand small hybrid (i.e Toyota Yaris and similar) at 3-5 years old?

How quickly do brake pads wear?

During a recent 'free health check', my Toyota Dealer has advised the rear brake pads are 60% worn. Bearing in mind, at the time, my vehicle had completed just short of 20k miles, is this common with modern...

What small cars have heated steering wheels?

I have arthritis of the fingers. I am aware that the Toyota Yaris Cross has a heated steering wheel. Are there any other cars of a similar size which does please ? Hybrid preferably.

Do I need a specialist to replace TPMS sensors?

My Toyota RAV4 2013 requires new tyre sensors. Is this a job for tyre fitters or a Toyota dealer or similar? Since the Toyota monitors cost about £180 for 4, how much would you expect to be the overall...

What small automatic is best?

We have just bought a Toyota Aygo X shift but my wife can't get used to it as there is a delay when she puts her foot down which makes her nervous on roundabouts. I think this is because it has an automated...

What do you recommend as an economical family car?

What's the most economical family car for £15,000?

Should I service my car annually or based on mileage?

I have purchased a Toyota Yaris Hybrid which is covered by manufacturer's warranty of 10yrs/100,000miles, if the car is serviced every 10,000 miles. As I do a high mileage, 10,000 miles occurs every 7...

Which hybrids don't suffer from battery issues?

We currently own a Toyota Yaris Cross bought new in March 2023. Over this time we have had to call the AA several times to charge the small 12v battery as it has gone flat, the last time being after we...