Why won't my Volvo V50 2.0d rev beyond 3000rpm?

I have a 2005 Volvo V50 2.0d (full Volvo service history) with 140,000 miles that will not rev beyond 3000rpm. Have you any ideas as to why this is?

Why are Piezo injectors failing in Volkswagen Group TDI engines?

We are noticing a very expensive trend of Piezo injector failures on Volkswagen Group TDI engines and, at around £500 a pop, this is not funny. Also recommended is a new associated wiring loom due to it...

Should I use third gear to control my speed in a 30mph limit zone?

I sat in a 'speed awareness course' yesterday for three hours. They told me that sticking to third gear would help speed control in a 30mph area. They said it made no difference to the fuel economy but...

Which £7500 car is capable of covering large mileages in comfort?

I am currently driving about 650-700 miles per week (rarely on motorways) in my Laguna 2.0 auto petrol, and really need to change to a more economical vehicle because of my mileage. The Renault does about...

Are the Nissan Micra, Renault Clio and Ford Fusion chain cam or belt cam?

Can you please tell me which of these diesel engines come with cam belts and which with cam chains: Nissan Micra 1.5, Renault Clio 1.5 and Ford Fusion 1.4. I do about 4000 miles per year.

Which £12,000 5-door diesel should I replace my Peugeot 306 with?

I currently own a X-reg (2000) Peugeot 306 HDI which needs changing before the next winter. I've done 300,000 miles in two 306s, so I fancy something with a bit more go. My normal annual mileage is 20,000...

Does my Peugeot 807 need a new DPF?

I have a 2-litre 2003 Peugeot 807 LX HD. In March we were driving on a motorway when the engine light came on, and the computer read "anti pollution fault" and the car went into "limp mode". It was still...

My Saab 9-5 has started to run very rough - what's wrong with it?

I have an '04 plate Saab 95 2.2 turbo diesel that has started to run very rough. It has 55,000 miles on the clock and was serviced at 50,000. It starts without any problem and runs well until it gets up...

Is the Vauxhall Corsa 1.7 CDTi diesel engine reliable?

I understand the Vauxhall Corsa 1.7 CDTi has the new Vauxhall diesel engine. I am considering looking for one. Is it reliable and does it have a good DPF life with the 1.3 CDTi, which apparently has problems?

What would be a good replacement for my partner's Nissan Pathfinder?

Could you please recommend possible vehicles for my partner, who is having to hand back her company car (a Nissan Pathfinder) at the end of the month? She likes the room and power of her Nissan, especially...