How do I descend a hill in a car with an automatic gearbox?

I have just bought a 71 plate BMW 118i with a steptronic gearbox. My question is what is the best way to use the auto gearbox going down steep hills. At present I select the manual option to use engine...

Can I mix runflat and non-runflat tyres?

The front tyres on my 2022 BMW 118i will soon need replacing (225/40 R18 Y XL). Does anyone make all season run flat tyres and would be it ok just to have them on the front till the rear ones need replacing?...

What's the best petrol automatic car to buy?

I may already have my ideal car, the Hyundai i10 torque converter auto and chain cam. Are there any new cars at a reasonable price that have torque converter auto and chain cam? I would accept a non-interference...

Can I fit run flat tyres to my BMW 1 Series?

BMW do not fit run flat tyres as standard on their BMW 128ti, or indeed even offer run flat as an option. As old school, I like to have some protection in the event of a puncture so would like to fit run...

What hatchbacks come with a manual gearbox?

I am looking to change my current Mercedes A200 which has a manual gearbox. Can you suggest a similar size car, with the same spec and a manual gearbox? I intend to purchase a brand new replacement.

Which has the more rear space - the Mercedes A-Class or BMW 1 Series?

I am looking to buy a new premium hatch and was wondering if you could advise, which of the Mercedes A-Class and BMW 1 Series has more space for rear passengers?

Should I buy a BMW 1 Series or Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

I'm currently driving a BMW 4 Series which is lovely in terms of comfort, noise insulation and a smooth responsive engine but it's now got 75,000-plus miles and I would like to upgrade the infotainment...

Is a BMW 1 Series expensive to insure?

How much does it cost to insure the BMW 1 Series? I’m thinking of changing my car but all depends on cost.

Motor trader has sold me a mapped car - what are my rights?

I part-exchanged my car two months ago for a 2019 BMW M140i from a trader. Within weeks of owning the car, I discovered it had been engine mapped. The trader acknowledged my complaint but said he needed...

Which premium hatchback has the largest boot?

We're looking to replace a 2015 Mazda 3 with something similar. But we need a bigger boot, especially for two Spaniels. I'm a bit of a brand snob, and so wondered what 'premium' hatchback has the largest...