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  • You saw it here first 27 Aug 2008 (Forum)
    At a new strip mall near us which has just opened, some of the best parking spots not reserved for the disabled. Instead there is a sign posted saying "Preferred Parking for Fuel Efficient Vehicles". Coming soon to a strip near you!
  • Diesel V Petrol and CO2 19 Aug 2008 (Forum)
    This is rather interesting. I wonder of it will result in a rethink on diesel and CO2 emmissions. www.channel4.com/4car/ft/feature/feature/15594/2 It states that "The problem is that diesel cars emit more carbon dioxide per litre of fuel burnt."
  • Peugeot 1994 306XL starts then stops 9 Jun 2007 (Forum)
    The car was working fine one day, the next day I tried starting it, it starts then stops. Something is cutting the electrical supply to the fuel pump after 3 seconds. Please can some one help?
  • o3 espace auto handbrake hydraulic pump 9 May 2007 (Forum)
    see my previous post,the hydraulic pump is ticking not the fuel pump,any other espace owners had the same problem?does anyone know a good renault dealer or specialist in the Norwich area?
  • Cheapest to run car for £3k 15 Jul 2006 (Forum)
    Now, all things considered - depreciation, fuel costs, servicing, spares/parts, tax, insurance - what's the cheapest car to run that you could buy for £3k to £4k that is actually a car (drives well) and not a tin boxon wheels?
  • Writing to Honda 27 Jul 2005 (Forum)
    I'm very dissatisfied with the fuel consumption of my Accord diesel and I'm inclined to write to Honda saying this. Would other Accord diesel owners do the same thing, so that if Honda were to receive a shoal of such missives they may be inclined to take action? Any comments?
  • How much does tyre pressure effect MPG 14 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    Just wondering if tyre pressures were an average of 2PsI down on recommend 30PSI, how much this would effect fuel consumption and would the effect become less when traveling faster.
  • Experience of K&n Filters 14 Feb 2004 (Forum)
    I am considering fitting the above air filer to my Nissan Tino 2.2 Turbo Diesel.Has anyone any experience with a Turbo Diesel. Do they improve consumption fuel economy acceleration etc. Any advice would be appreciated.
  • Lexus IS200 13 Sep 2003 (Forum)
    The Lexus reputation for reliability is unrivalled, and a model I have always admired, but I understand they are not the most fuel efficient 2 litre by a long shot. I would just like to hear back from anybody in the B.R. with experience of this model amd their m.p.g. figures ??
  • Golf GTI revs 12 Dec 2002 (Forum)
    My son has bought a Golf GTI 1991 with digifant fuel injection.When it is returning back to idle the revs drop below normal for a moment sometimes causing it to stall, any tips or clues on how we can remedy this please thanks tonyh
  • SHELL, Optimax 23 May 2002 (Forum)
    Any views on SHELL Optimax would be welcome,I drive a SCENIC 1.6 16v Auto, 5000mls on the clock and have seen my fuel consumption go from 32ish to 37ish, performance has also improved, slightly,any downsides? apart from the price.
  • Vauxhall Corsa C 1.7 DI GLS - Lack of Power/Gutless 18 Oct 2011 (Forum)
    ! 1. Engine flushed and new oil air and fuel filters, removed the pick-up unit in the fuel tank and cleaned the plastic gauze (although not dirty and the bottom of the fuel tank was clean) siphoned fuel out at the filter head to confirm clear fuel feed to filter. 2. Took
  • Peugeot 306 - help please 6 Apr 2021 (Forum)
    hello my 1998 306 1.6i Xs vehicle My Mp5.2 ecu vehicle is not working, there is no spark in the vehicle, no fuel, no injection, the electricity to the injection must be plus and minus but there are two pluses, I would love if you help them both
  • 10 Oct 2019 (Forum)
    at the refinery to produce the fuel for their ICE car!
  • MG ZS 2017 - Latest update 23 Jun 2019 (Forum)
    Now 8400 miles total, about 6300 since purchase 7 months ago. Feels good to drive still, seats still  as comfy and fuel consumption around 40-41mpg. Seeing quite a few more around.
  • Citroen C Crosser 2.2 HDi - Cost of parts 29 Jan 2015 (Forum)
    Hi,  Car has cut out and lost power on motorway twice in a 2 months,  Citroen diagnose the fuel filter as the problem, and are quoting £162 + VAT for the part.   Is that a reasonable price for a filter?     Guy 
  • Peugeot 807 - Engine management problem 9 Apr 2014 (Forum)
    Unblock diesel filter warning the engine management. Light and limp mode. The filter has been changed and re checked. The fuel additive system has recently been replaced but the problem still occurs , any ideas?
  • 2013 Audi A6 Quattro - Diesel Filter Removal 11 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    Dear John, I have been told that by removing the above component greatly improves the the performance and helps fuel consumption. This cost's in the region of £250 by a specialist. Is this in fact true ? Kind regards.......Jaktar1.
  • Excessive quote 16 Feb 2012 (Forum)
    My daughter was quoted £400 by Kwik-Fit for essential repairs, an MOT, new tyres and fuel addative. She obtained an alternative quote from another garage and has just paid the bill of £103. The car passed its MOT and new tyres were not needed. No comment.
  • ducato - van 19 Dec 2011 (Forum)
    hi i have a fiat ducato 2.0 turbo diesel it some times stops as if its out of diesel theres a bubbling from the fuel tank when the key is turnd on turn key 2 or 3 times and bubbling stops van starts again and drives.help please.
 

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