Do repeated short journeys have a detrimental affect on hybrid battery range?

I'm thinking about getting a used Toyota Auris or Yaris hybrid, but I'm concerned about how long the hybrid batteries last and their replacement cost. I wouldn't drive the car often - once or twice a week...

What car cover do you recommend?

My Toyota GT86 is parked outside in all weathers and it's getting bombarded with bird droppings. Would you recommend a car cover? If so, what brand or features would you look for?

What hybrid car should I buy for commuting long trips?

I'm looking for a new company car and l'm interested in hybrid vehicles due to the lower BiK rates in comparison with diesels. I will be doing regular 100-mile journeys, so need to factor in real world...

I recently had the back tyres on my car replaced - why does my car feel less sure-footed now?

I've always used 205/60 H16 Michelin ESaver tyres on my 2010 Toyota Verso. The front tyres needed replacing and I was persuaded to fit Michelin 205/60R16 Cross Climate + 96H XL. Since then, the car doesn't...

How accurate are speedometers?

How accurate are speedometers? My Toyota Auris 2016 reads about 10% lower than reality, i.e. 63mph shows as 70mph and 27mph shows as 30mph. This is unacceptable. All data on this car is inaccurate and...

Diesel or Hybrid?

I have a Toyota Avensis 2.0 Diesel which is approaching 3 years old and 60,000 miles. I drive approximately 22,000 miles per year, including a daily commute of 36 miles each way mainly on single carriageway...

The front suspension on my Toyota Auris passenger side is broken - are speed bumps to blame?

The front suspension on my 2014 Toyota Auris passenger side is shot. The driver's side is fine, but I obviously have to replace both. Are speed bumps causing this and, if so, why only on one side?

My Toyota Yaris warranty ends soon - should I take out another warranty?

My Toyota Yaris will be out of warranty next year. What problems should I be aware of and should I buy a warranty from Warranty Direct as I have done for my other car?

What used car can I buy that will be cheap to run?

I currently own a 2003 Audi A3 1.8 and I'm looking to buy something that'll be cheaper to run. I'm considering getting a MINI, but which model can I get for under £2000? Is it likely to save me money,...

Apart from premium fuel, how do I stop my direct injection petrol engine becoming clogged?

I've recently bought a Toyota Auris with the 1.2 turbo petrol engine (and am very pleased with it so far). I intend to keep it for a good long time; at least 10 years, ideally. I understand that direct...