Will the stop-start system on my Fiesta damage my engine?

Does the auto start/stop system wear out the engine quicker and turbo? Also, what kind of battery does it have? And has the starter motor been made stronger to within the stop starts? And what the system...

What's the best short-mileage commuter car?

I need something for traveling 15 miles a day to and back from work, but I am fussy and want something that is cheap to run, insure and maintain yet has comforts like air con, a decent stereo and a heated...

I need to replacing my ancient Ford Fiesta, what should I choose?

We rather need to replace our high mileage and well worn 2004 Ford Fiesta. Still good to drive and almost completely reliable apart from troublesome front springs. Problem is we live in the sticks, nowhere...

Can you recommend a small narrow car?

I wish to buy a new car soon. I'd buy a new Nissan Micra if they were still made, or a Skoda Fabia if there wasn't a 22 week wait. Please identify for me some smallish 4/5 door petrol cars, not automatic,...

Why does the cruise control on our Ford Fiesta fail intermittently?

My wife has a 2020 Fiesta Vignale (125) with 18,000 miles. She has a persistent problem with both cruise control and stop-start which often doesn't work. Despite having had a new battery fitted under warranty...

Can I fit all-season tyres to my Fiesta ST?

I have a 2018 Focus ST-3 and need new tyres on the front. Can I fit a pair of all-season tyres or do I need to replace all four? Also, can you recommend any all-season tyres for my car?

Best first car for an 18-year-old new driver?

My 18-year-old daughter has just passed her driving test. We would like to find her something to drive and would appreciate your advice. We are looking for a used small car. We are keen on Volkswagens,...

Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost?

Are there any reports of failures/problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost 'wet' cam belt? Any concerns regarding the claimed 150,000-miles or 10 year life predicted?

Nissan Micra discontinued - is it still a good buy?

I ordered a Nissan Micra in February 2022 (with the aim of downsizing from a Juke) not knowing the Micra has been discontinued. Now the car has arrived, I would really like to know if it is a good/worthwhile...

Can you recommend a used car for a new driver?

My son who is 43 has just passed his test in a Ford Fiesta and is looking to buy a car. Having passed his test in a Fiesta he understandably wants a Fiesta. He has up to £5,000 to spend and 60,000 miles...