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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Can I retrofit air con to my Ford Transit van?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 I have a 2017 Ford Transit camper van that came without aircon. With the recent warm weather, it is a pretty hot and sticky ride. Do you know of any companies[ that can offer an aftermarket fitment? [Read more →]( [Why don't National Highways educate drivers about motorways and the left lane?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Rather than have dangerous Smart Motorways, why don’t National Highways reduce congestion by simply educating people and enforcing the rule of driving on the left? It is SO frustrating to see drivers who constantly hog the middle and outer lanes. This would mean freeing up more space on the motorway and reducing congestion. I do appreciate that lane one is often busy with slow movers, but there is often still plenty of space between them for lane two and three. [Read more →]( [Does the Nissan Note use a Renault engine?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Has the Nissan Note (2010 model)1.5 dCi got a Nissan or Renault engine? [Read more →]( [Does the Saab 9-3 convertible have a small boot?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Saab 9-3, is the floor space altered with a convertible? [Read more →]( [What's the best hybrid with comfortable, adjustable seating?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 I'm looking for a hybrid car with a reasonably high driving position. It doesn't have to be an SUV but must have good visibility and a comfortable, adjustable driver's seat. I have trouble with my low back and several of the cars we've looked at have ultra firm seats that press in the wrong places or are moulded and cannot be adjusted. Can you help? [Read more →]( [What's the best hybrid estate car?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 I am looking to change my 10-year-old Golf diesel. I would like a car with similar fuel costs and am told the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports hybrid is good. What do you think? [Read more →]( [buying new tyres]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 the front tyres on my VW Tiguan 4Motion suv need changing, but can I get away with just renewing the front two or should I replace all four? [Read more →]( [Will we get the new diesel Kia Sportage in the UK?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Are we likely to get the latest new diesel Kia Sportage here in the UK? [Read more →]( [Can I overcoat my car's ceramic paint finish?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Apparently, I am a rare breed who enjoys cleaning and keeping my car in pristine condition! I am now 81 and tend to change my car every 1-2 years - I suppose you could say it is a hobby/pastime. Usually, I give a new acquisition the clay bar treatment initially but my latest car is a 2014 Jaguar XJ in like new condition. It received a Supaguard treatment six years ago and still looks good but I think I could improve on it. Can I overcoat it with a ceramic product without impairing the existing finish or is there some preparatory work I should do first? [Read more →]( [What's the best small hybrid car for performance?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 I am considering buying a mild-hybrid car with low fuel costs. I want a small hatchback and I like the Toyota Yaris Cross, but am put off by its slow 0-62mph time (10 seconds). Can you recommend a faster mild-hybrid for around £25k to £30k? [Read more →]( [Why are electric cars so expensive?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 Why are electric cars so expensive? It looks like a cynical profiteering opportunity to me, what’s the honest story? [Read more →]( [Why has Audi voided my car's warranty?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2022 I have had an Audi RS Q8. The car is just six months old and the tracking is out and pulling to the left. I took it to an Audi dealer who quoted me £6500 to fix it. They have also voided the warranty that covers the car's suspension as I have a scratch on the rim of my front left wheel. Is this at all reasonable when the car is designed to off-road and has acceleration times of a supercar? What can be done about their dismissive attitude? [Read more →]( [Can I upgrade my headlights to HID?]( Posted by on 31 August, 2022 Can I upgrade the headlights/fog lights to LED/Xenon/HID on my 2012 Hyundai i20? [Read more →]( [What is the best used automatic estate car?]( Posted by on 31 August, 2022 What is the best used automatic SUV/estate for family. I have around £15,000 to spend. [Read more →]( [Bought a car with a false service history, what are my rights?]( Posted by on 31 August, 2022 Just bought a lovely clean car, with “full service history”. The service history is fabricated. The two centres do not exist and the distances between service and MoT are huge. What do I do to see if the is car worth keeping? It's a £3,500 car. All the money we had. [Read more →]( [When should I change the cam belt on my Land Rover Freelander 2?]( Posted by on 30 August, 2022 My Freelander 2 with a Ford diesel engine is nearly 10 years old but with only 45,000 miles. It has been regularly serviced. It is used to tow 1500kg caravan but for the last few years (and future probably) it has only done about 2,000 miles a year. I believe it has a cam belt not a chain? Should I have it changed at next service? [Read more →]( [Volkswagen Caddy - cam belt or chain?]( Posted by on 30 August, 2022 I have my 2018 Volkswagen Caddy 1.0-litre TSI booked in for its service and MoT at a Leicester main dealer next month. A short while ago they phoned to say that the cam belt and water pump were due for change, and would I like them doing at the same time? I understand that the belt and pump should be done at five years. Who is right please? Also, could you confirm that the van's engine has a cam belt not a chain? [Read more →]( [Why is my Toyota Aygo X delayed?]( Posted by on 30 August, 2022 I am due to collect my new Toyota Aygo X Pure soon but I've just been told by the Toyota dealer that Toyota have put a stop on all Aygo X cars. What is going on? [Read more →]( [What is the best 4x4 for £10,000?]( Posted by on 30 August, 2022 I have moved to Devon where the roads are hilly and windy. I would appreciate your suggestion for a 4x4 which has a high driving position (as opposed to 4x4 cars), good spacious feel in the cabin (don't really care about the size of rear seats) that can handle the narrow lanes etc but could also handle and be comfortable on the odd long distance motorway journey. Ideally a small version of a Discovery, without the technical problems! And if I was thinking of a Land Rover 2 in the end because there's no other alternative, what would you advise? All for £7,000-£10,000. [Read more →]( [Kia Ceed diesel - cam belt or chain?]( Posted by on 30 August, 2022 Does my 2017 Kia Ceed diesel have a timing chain? Does it use additives to keep the soot particulates down? Does it need regular longer runs to keep any soot catalyst from blocking up? [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. 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