Buying new tyres - speed ratings?

I'm looking to change the tyres on my 2004 Honda Civic Type S. It currently has Pirelli 205/55 R16 V. How important is the speed rating? Should I buy speed rating 'H' tyres or pay extra for 'V' rated?

Storing a car - Should I disconnect the battery?

I understand that you should use a float charger to prevent over-charging of the battery. My question is, if I don't use my 1995 Honda Civic for three months and do not disconnect the battery, will the...

Why does my Micra keep cutting out?

I have just bought a 1995 Nissan Micra with 51,800 miles on the clock and a fresh MoT. However, I noticed this morning that when I stop, slow down or just don't have my foot on the accelerator, the engine...

Renault Megane emitting lots of black smoke

I have a problem with my 2003 Renault Megane. It consumes too much engine oil and there is also a lot of black smoke. What could the problem be?

Teves Mk60 ABS/ESP problem

I have a 2008 Volkswagen Golf V with the common Teves Mk60 ABS/ESP problem. The local dealer has identified that the unit needs to be replaced. I have read your forum and found that this has been a known...

Vauxhall Corsa head gasket failure - what are my options?

The head gasket blew on my Vauxhall Corsa back in February, but now I think it has gone again. Or at least was never fixed properly in the first place. How long do you think a replacement head gasket...

Audi A3 clutch problems

I own a diesel Audi A3 that drives absolutely fine for the most part. However, when on the motorway, after an hour or so of driving, the clutch get very 'loose' (i.e. had to raise foot very high to make...

Problem with Fiat 500 and Panda 1.2 Eu 6 engine pulling away especially on hill starts

I have recently bought a brand new Fiat 500S 1.2 and find it almost impossible to make a hill start without excessive revving combined with slipping the clutch so much that the car fills with a burning...

Airbag warnings stickers- can I remove them?

My new BMW 4 Series Convertible has airbag warning stickers on both sides of the passenger visor, which I find to be a distraction. Can I remove them? Or can I order and fit a left hand drive drivers visor,...

Why is my Renault Laguna overheating?

Last week, I was driving home in my 1994 Renault Laguna when I noticed the temperature gauge was rather high. I pulled over and steam started coming out of the bonnet. When I checked the car, the water...