Can you mix tyres on a Ford Focus?

I recently bought a Ford Focus, which has tyres of two different makes, totally different tread patterns, different wear and different load ratings (92 and 96) on the front axle. They say this is not illegal...

Best used medium hatchback?

I'm looking to buy a used medium sized hatchback and wondering what you would recommend for £6,000? Or do I need to spend more like £8,000? I recently bought a 2009 Volkswagen Golf S TSI DSG 1.4 turbo...

Can you recommend a smaller alternative to the Ford Kuga?

I have been driving Ford Kugas for 12 years very happily but now want a smaller car. Safety and build quality matter, preferably not high mileage and a good reliable engine. Any ideas please?

Which used Ford Focus has an engine key start?

I wish to buy a used Ford Focus. My budget is £23,000 and I'm looking for an automatic, petrol car that needs a key to start the engine. I feel the Vignale has too many unnecessary bells and whistles....

Ford Focus - how reliable is the PowerShift automatic gearbox?

How good or bad is the Powershift automatic transmission in comparison to a conventional torque converter transmission?

What is the best automatic car for a £6,000 budget?

Having just found out my Ford Focus 2013 PowerShift gearbox needs replacing at an extortionate cost, my lovely low mileage car is heading for the scrapyard in the sky. I now have to find another automatic...

What is the average wait time for a new Ford Focus?

I have just ordered a new Ford Focus Active Auto 155PS Vignale. The dealer has told me to expect delivery for September. This seems a rather long time to me, is he correct ?

Ford Focus petrol particulate filter problems - what should I do?

I purchased a 2018 petrol Ford Focus, changing from a diesel Focus as I had reduced my mileage. Recently, a warning message has appeared telling me that the particulate filter was full. My local Ford dealership...

What's the best auto SUV for under £30,000?

I am considering changing my 2019 Ford Focus auto (with the dial selector) for a new Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI DSG. I am very disappointed with the Ford auto 'box and will not consider another Ford because of...

I'm looking for a medium-sized hatchback. What's the best model to buy?

I've got up to £25k to spend. I'm looking at the Volkswagen Golf Mk8 (either the Style or the R). It's a Golf-size car I want, with a diesel engine and automatic gearbox. Is the Golf a better option than...