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Should I get a new MoT before I sell my car?

I have a new car on order which at the moment is due in late October. My present car was serviced and MoTd in February for March 1st (2018) reg. As 6...

Can I hardwire a dashcam myself?

Is it wise to hardwire a dashcam to a car fuse box yourself or does it require specialist knowledge and equipment?

Is it OK to leave an EV for 8 weeks on the drive?

What would your advice be about leaving my EV on the drive for 8/9 weeks whilst we are away?

What is the ratio of MoT centres to vehicles in the UK?

Getting an MOT test as at when due could mean a long wait if you are unable to get a pass first time. I have been trying to get a retest, but they have...

Is waterless car cleaning safe?

Why are people using headlights during the daytime?

Why is there a plague of car drivers driving in good daytime viability using full headlights? This habit is a minor irritation with old fashioned headlights...

What small self-charging hybrid has low insurance?

At 88 years old I find that the insurance cost for my Dacia Jogger is prohibitive. I am prepared to downsize. Which small self charging car (petrol/electric)...

Why does my car shudder between 40 and 60mph?

For some time now my Land Rover Freelander 2 SD4 has been shuddering at between 40mph and 60 mph. It is getting noticeably worse and can be felt at 30mph...

Can I get a refund on a used car bought from a private seller?

I bought a Land Rover Defender 90 advertised as really clean inside and out with everything working has it should, with an MoT and no advisories. The car...

How do I get an abandoned car removed?

Someone we know asked to park their car on my driveway with a SORN for 2 weeks. Six months have now passed and the car is still there. We want the car...

Are classic automatics a minefield?

I am interested in purchasing a 20th century classic. I can drive manual cars but much prefer automatics and was wondering if there were any classics,...

Does slowing an automatic using the paddles instead of the brakes damage the gearbox?

Does it damage an auto gear box to use the paddle changers to slow down, rather than the brakes?

Do brake lights come on when using adaptive cruise control?

I recently purchased a car which is the first one I have had which has adaptive cruise control. The car has sensors which cause the car to automatically...

Should I use air-conditioning all year round?

I had my air-conditioning regased but when I went to put it on again the next summer it wasn't working and the same garage said it needed regassing again....

Do Japanese imports have corrosion protection?

Do imported cars from Japan such as 2015-2018 Volvo V40 and Volkswagen Golf have less corrosion protection that the equivalent UK models? Apparently salt...