Insurer wants to write off my car

I had an accident in my Toyota Corolla Verso 2005. My insurance company told me it is written off as non economical to repair. They want me to reply within 10 days though I am going on a 20 days holiday...

Toyota Prius brake repair

My daughter and son in law have a 5 year old Toyota Prius which they bought 3 years ago. They have just been quoted £2700 to repair a brake actuator problem. Apparently it should last a lifetime. Is there...

Looking for a spacious petrol manual car

I'm looking for a petrol manual car. Needs to be quite large, comfortable on occasional long motorway trips and strong enough engine for easy overtaking. Reliable and good looking would be a nice. Economy...

Headrest in Toyota RAV4

I test drove a Toyota RAV4 and everything was fine except the headrest. We want an upright driving position, but the angle of that headrest forces a sofa driving position. It's not good for the back, especially...

DPF lifespan?

Hypothetical question: If driven in the absolute WORST possible way for a DPF filter, how long would it take for a brand new DPF (DNPR in Toyota speak) to clog up with ash/soot? I asked this question of...

Used car choice?

I need to buy a used car and I have around £5-6k budget. Would you know if the Yaris is a reliable car (say of about the 5 years old model) and what, if any, issues it may have that I should be concerned...

Renewing warranty

The 5 year manufacturers warranty is about to expire on my Toyota. Do you think it sensible to take out a new Toyota approved warranty?

Which 4x4 is best for £4k?

I'm after a decent 4x4 SUV for less than £4000. I've read a few reviews and it appears the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 are the best options. What do you think?

Small MPV advice?

What do you think would be the better buy from a Renault Scenic 1.4 TCE TomTom Edition '09 50k, or Toyota Corolla Verso 1.8 VVT-i SR '08 70k. The Toyota starting £900 dearer, assuming condition etc. to...

Which MPV?

For the last 16 years or so I've driven Ford Galaxy, save for a two year dalliance with a Peugeot 807. But it's time to get something a little smaller and more economical. Can I do that and retain the...