Recommend a small MPV for a shorter driver with good economy?

My wife and I are both age 74. I have a terminal illness which means I may not be able to drive again. The likelihood is that I will dispose of my 2006 Ford C-Max and we will replace my wife's 2004 Ford...

Recommend a 7-seater vehicle for short journeys and occasional long trips?

We currently have a Toyota Verso 2.0 D-4D T-Spirit as a company car. It has 33,000 miles and will be four years old in November. We have been given a price of £10,550 to buy it. Would this be a good move,...

Recommend a small, economical runabout?

Our main car is a Volkswagen Touran. We require a second car primarily as a local runabout. We’re looking for something cost effective in fuel and insurance, around 12-18 months old from Motorpoint in...

Can you recommend a car that's suitable for motorway driving?

I’m searching for a car that’s suitable for motorway driving. I will cover around 90 miles each day and have £2000 to spend, plus a 2005 Nissan Micra to part-exchange. What do you suggest?

Can you recommend a small automatic car for a disabled driver?

My wife is mildly disabled and drives with hand controls. She currently has a 2004 Ford Fiesta 1.6 with an automatic gearbox. The time has come for a new car and she wants another automatic, no bigger...

What's the best small car for £2000?

I’m looking to buy a used car for £2000. The car will be mostly used for trips in and around London, with the occasional jaunt to the country. Any advice on what would be reliable, economical and entirely...

Toyota refuse to fit non approved tyres - can I do it without voiding my warranty?

I own a new Toyota Auris Hybrid and I want to fit steel wheels with 195/65/15 tyres to replace the current alloys with 225/45/17. My local dealer has told me this is not possible, so I have contacted...

Why are the 2003 and 2009 Avensis fuel economy rates so similar?

Your real mpg lists at www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg make very interesting reading. I note that the real mpg values for the 2003 Avensis and the 2009 Avensis are almost the same (1.8 engine), yet the later...

Can you recommend a small car suitable for a disabled driver?

Can you recommend a small, comfortable car that would allow easy access for a five foot disabled person? The car must be practical, with a good load space as it’ll need to carry a motorised three – wheeled...

Extended warranty won't pay for gearbox failure - what can I do?

I bought a 2007 Toyota Auris last year from an approved dealer, with extended warranty. I’ve recently had some mechanical issues with the car and have been told by the Toyota dealer that it needs a new...