What are the best winter tyres for the Ford Fiesta?

I have a Ford Fiesta Titanium X (bought secondhand) Ecoboost 125, 2013 model. It has Continental 195/50/R16 Premium Contact 2 tyres on. What winter tyres would you recommend? Is it ok for them to be...

Tyre size confusion

My Ford Fiesta has 16-inch wheels yet the tyres are 195.50.15. I thought the tyre diameter should match the wheel diameter? On my Ford Focus I have 17-inch wheels and the tyre size is 215.55.17 which...

Disconnecting the battery on a new car - will it cause problems?

My previous car, a 1996 Fiat Punto, had the battery disconnected and left outside many times for periods up to 12 weeks and no problems starting up on my return. I am planning to go to Spain for 12 weeks...

Which winter tyres should I get for my Fiesta?

I have just sold my old Ford Fiesta Zetec Michelin Alpin winter tyres as they were 195/50/R15 and my new Titanium X Ecoboost 125 has 95/50/R16. I wanted the new Alpin 5 but they don't seem to make them...

Which car is best for high mileage - EcoBoost or diesel?

I currently rack up 20,000 miles a year and run a 1.6 petrol Ford Focus Style. I would like to change my car for something more economical. Is it is better to go for a smaller EcoBoost Fiesta or should...

Buying a new Fiesta - which model is best?

I am looking to buy a new Ford Fiesta, but I am not sure whether to get a 1.0 EcoBoost or a 1.25 petrol. Also should I get 15-inch alloys or pay extra to get the larger 16s?

Downsizing to one car - what should I buy?

We want to downsize to one car. Our priorities are safety, efficiency, good all round vision, ample boot space, ease of entry and parking. Can you suggest something. How about the Skoda Fabia?,

Which car for a 24-year-old female?

I am a 24 year old girl looking for a little run around car, currently have a MINI Cooper S Convertible but it's not getting its use. I am looking at Smart cars, Polos, Golfs and Civics and just wanted...

Winter tyres - which size?

I have a Ford Fiesta with 195/50/R16 tyres. The full size spare is 175/65/R14. This will be a long term ownership, so I am happy if it is necessary to purchase a set of wheels for my winter tyres. If...

Can you recommend a small, four-door car?

What would you recommend to replace a Citroen DS3? I need four-doors with grandchildren and I'd like a higher driving position. I'm looking to buy a new car.