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• can you stall an auto? 3 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Just curious on this one, is it possible to stall an automatic? I suppose not, as the torque convertor takes up the role of an automatic clutch. I ask this because several times I have forgotten to release the parking brake and drove off, I wonder if it really works! I did read in the manual
• YET ANOTHER VIRUS. 27 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  and Microsoft Outlook Express) to automatically execute the file attachment. this is also known as Automatic Execution of Embedded MIME type. the way that i got rid of it was through www.antivirus.com and i used the free tools, then just click on the free scan. if you want to know how to delete it let me know.
• Cars with automatic gearboxes - ...fuel costs up, time to teach 'pulse and glide'? 18 Jul 2021 (Forum)
  Hypermilers in the USA with their ubiquitous automatics have long been familiar with this technique which I have used for many years.    Here is an extract from one of their forums dated June 2008....  Here is a little tid bit on a technique that was taught to me while I
• Vauxhall Astra H Estate, - Which car?(6 mth baby)safe,automatic,low insurance 17 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  are: a) Safety (most important - euro ncap 5) b) Low insurance  (4-6 group / 1.4-1.6 engine) since I have held  a license for only a few months c) Automatic (mainly for city driving) d) Approx 3 yr old / 30K /  from a network dealer for 5K but can go up to 7K
• Which new diesel automatic? 5 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  . Are there any others I should consider with the following criteria? Budget £18,000-£20,000 New or pre-reg with delivery mileage Diesel – we really like diesel so it would have to be a really compelling reason for us to change to petrol. Automatic or good automated manual. Must have options: Automatic
• Gearbox type? 11 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  Hi all   Quick question what type of automatic gearbox does the Volvo XC40 have? 
• Honest John questions 30 Sep 2019 (Forum)
  Gob smacked at the advice What is the best automatic diesel car for taxi use please? Skoda Superb. Great value for money, practical and cheap to run. Also consider a Vauxhall Insignia or, if you'd prefer something a bit smaller, a Honda Civic. Awful advice The trade has avoided
• Mazda 2 automatic petrol 2016 - Interior trim 25 Aug 2018 (Forum)
  Very disappointed that the pivot bracket (right) to the parcel shelf has broken, car has bearly done 3000 miles. Inspecting the area feel this is a manufactuers...
• Chrysler Voyager 2007 2.8 CRD AUTOMATIC - Diesel Engine Cuting out when Power is applied 30 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Hi All,            My daughter bought a chrysler voyager about three weeks ago but over the easter...
• 2003 corsa 1.4 automatic 5dr hatch - auto box problem 9 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Hi The car drives fine no problems untill I stop say at a junction. When I go to pull away the box seems to drop itself into neutral but as soon...
• BMW X1 - X-drive 2012 - BMW automatic gearbox problem 12 Nov 2016 (Forum)
  Whilst recently parking I reversed to better align the car and came to a sudden halt. I thought I had hit something, but had not. The gearbox was stuck...
• ford mondeo mk 3 2000 automatic - gearbox problem 23 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  I cannot use the "D" position to start or at low speed as it will not engage low gears,only high revs.I can use the "1" and "2" positions and then move...
• '09 Toyota Avensis TR automatic petrol - Road noise from concrete road surfaces 28 Dec 2013 (Forum)
  On some concrete sections of the A12 in NE Essex and parts of the A14 near Ipswich in South Suffolk the Highway Authorities have machined a series of...
• vauxhall astra 1.8 automatic estate 2007 reg - petrol consumtion 27 Feb 2011 (Forum)
  As a long time occasional lurker and as I cannot find the answer elsewhere at the moment I would like to answer the following question.   My...
• Nissan Almera Tino (2000 - 2006) - 1.8 petrol - manual or automatic? 7 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of buying an Almera Tino 1.8 Petrol - probably circa 2004. I've always driven manuals, mainly because they're cheaper to buy, better mpg,...
• BMW 3-Series E46 (1998 - 2005) - 2000 1.9 ltr Automatic fuel consumption 19 May 2008 (Forum)
  I bought a 316 SE auto (V Reg) few months ago. It has a full service history.(Stamped service record book only, no bills) I am concerned re fuel consumption.It...
• Ford Mondeo IV (2007 - ) - 2.0 litre diesel automatic - driving experience 18 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Under "Motability" scheme have, for last three years been driving Mondeo 2.0 ltr. Auto Petrol,with which I have been very satisfied. Have been informed...
• spark plug removal - 1.6 Astra Automatic 10 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  Without sounding like a complete novice which i am ,I need information how to remove spark plugs from my Astra 1.6 automatic.The HT leads come from a rectangular...
• need a small auto with good acceleration 4 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  A retired couple I know have asked me for advice. They only drive automatics and the lane they live on goes uphill and joins a fast main road again going uphill. They describe their 1 litre auto metro as a liability as it is so slow to accelerate that they have had a few close ones joining
• 10 Aug 2018 (Forum)
  Good advice, but unfortunately the position of the brake pedal on many automatics is clearly designed for right foot operation. Perhaps the manufacturers are missing a trick here.