Why is the Audi A3 more common than the Volvo S40?

My wife and I are planning to exchange her Peugeot 207 for something bigger and more comfortable for long journeys. We have more or less decided on either an Audi A3 or the Volvo S40. I have done a bit...

Which cars are in a low or exempt road tax bracket?

I want to change my big old car for something small and economical. There are so many to choose from, but what do you recommend? I want low tax group, low VED and good mpg. I do mostly rural driving, occasional...

Which replacement for my Ford C-Max will tow a 1232kg caravan?

I bought a new Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel on your recommendation in 2006 and to date, with 104,000 miles on the clock, it has been an excellent and comfortable workhorse giving me a regular 47/8mpg, dipping...

Can you recommend a car with plenty of legroom for the passenger and driver?

I wrote to you in August regarding problems with finding a suitable car for me to access as either a passenger or driver, as I now have my right leg set in a permanently straight position. I need to have...

Can I fit H-rated tyres to my Volvo XC70?

My Volvo XC70 AWD (current model) is fitted with Pirelli Scorpion Zero 235/55 17 99V tyres all round. The rear pair are worn down to 2mm and need replacing. Is there any reason why I should not fit tyres...

When should I have my Volvo C30 serviced?

I have been in France for the past six months and return to the UK in November. My Volvo C30, diesel, will have travelled 12,500 miles since its last service in about one month's time. It was last serviced...

Which tyres would give a softer ride on my Volvo V70?

I drive a Volvo V70 on Pirelli 6000 tyres (original spec). Can you recommend a tyre that would provide a softer ride?

Volvo V50 or Volkswagen Passat?

I used to own a 2002 1.9 TDi 140 Volkswagen Passat Estate and loved it. I've already sold the car and am looking at purchasing a newer estate. I have heard there have been some issues with the 05-onwards...

Recommend a specialist to repair my friend's Volvo XC90 gearbox?

A friend's Volvo XC90 '55 plate automatic gearbox has failed. Is there any garage in the Slough area that you would recommend for the job?

Should I replace all four tyres at once on my Volvo XC90?

The front tyres on my Volvo XC90 were down to 2-3mm whilst the backs were at 4-5mm. I therefore changed the front tyres and had the front tracking done. Since then, I've done about 300 miles and the vibration...