My car's DPF is blocked. Can it be cleaned or does it need replacing?

I've owned a diesel 2013 Volvo V40 for nearly two years and it has now covered 28,000 miles (short journeys since I have owned it). Recently the message 'soot filter blocked' came up. My local garage has...

Can you recommend a used, seven-seater that's ULEZ compliant?

I have a 2015 Land Rover Discovery 4. I live in London and it does not comply with the ULEZ regulations coming into force in October 2021. I need a second-hand seven-seater that does comply. I like the...

I like the Volvo XC60 but they're all electric or hybrid. Should I still buy one?

Now that Volvos are all-electric or hybrid, would you still recommend the XC60 or should I look for an alternative as I really want petrol? If so, what would you recommend?

Should I keep my diesel car if my mileage has dropped?

I own a diesel 2015 BMW 5 Series estate with 51,000 miles - which I love. However, since retiring, my mileage is very low. A pre-owned 5 Series PHEV is frankly too expensive for me now. What would you...

Can you recommend a petrol car to tow a heavy caravan?

Can you suggest a car that can tow a 2000kg caravan? I only commute 10 miles a day so diesel is not an option. Thanks.

Is a car more valuable secondhand if it's only been serviced by the dealer?

I've owned a Volvo XC90 from new. It's now nearly six years old and is due its next service. It has so far been serviced by Volvo but if I have it serviced by a non-Volvo garage, will this affect the resale...

What is the best mid-size SUV for £25k?

Now that my family has grown up and are moving out we’d like to replace our reliable Chrysler Voyager load lugger. The requirements are tricky:- supremely comfortable, classy interior, economical to run,...

How do I keep white leather seats clean?

About to buy a Volvo XC60 with blonde leather faced seats on the basic Momentum spec. Can you recommend how to give some protection for these seats from teenage children, jeans etc? I don't want seat covers....

What are the cons of buying an imported car?

I am considering buying a 2009 Volvo XC90 which has been imported from Singapore. What potential pitfalls should I be aware of?

Are there any cars with sliding doors that fit three child seats?

I want a car or MPV with sliding doors for a family of three kids and two adults. I currently have a Ford S-MAX and we can get three child seats in the middle row but obviously that doesn’t have sliding...