Freelander ignition key does not recharge

One of our Land Rover Freelander 2 ignition keys does not recharge when driving and cannot be relied upon to open the car. We have asked our local dealer for help and they quoted £220 + VAT for a replacement...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class auto refusing to change gear

I have a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate 220CDI, 2008 model. Recently, I have been experiencing problems with the automatic transmission, in that the car will not change gear as required. Typically when...

Advice on diesel particulate filter and glow plugs

My parents purchased a Citroen C3 Picasso 1.6 HDi (DV6D) Exclusive back in September 2014 based on your review of the vehicle. My parents love the car however I have two questions to ask in regards to...

Clutch problem with new Fiat Panda

I have a new Fiat Panda 1.2 Easy. Within two miles of collection, I found gear changes to be difficult, with the clutch bite getting nearer and nearer the floor and eventually, with pedal hard down to...

Why won't our SEAT Ibiza start?

My daughter's Seat Ibiza has continual problems starting after standing unused for only 2-3 days. We've been told repeatedly that the battery's fine and the current drain with ignition off is within acceptable...

Idling clatter on Citroen C4

My Citroen C4 (2004) makes a mechanical clatter noise when idling. Slight throttle opening gets rid of it, but the noise starts as soon as you return to idle. I have also tried switching off the ventilation...

Diesel Corsa blowing blue smoke on start up

My Vauxhall Corsa 1.3 diesel has stated blowing blue smoke on start up. The exhaust usually clears after a few minutes, under acceleration, and the car drive fine. I've also had the injectors checked,...

Yeti automatic doesn't engage at low speeds

I have driven many different autos for over 20 years, but can't master control of my Skoda Yeti. When wanting to pull away, I gently depress the accelerator, ease my foot off the brake and nothing happens....

Peugeot Partner DPF problems

I have a 2011 Peugeot Partner Teepee 1600 diesel. The DPF was recently changed (108,000 miles) but the warning light has just come on saying chance of blocked filter. I have just driven the car for...

Why won't my Volkswagen Polo start?

My 2000 plate Volkswagen Polo is struggling to start. It sounds and feels like a flat battery, but I have replaced it and the problem persists. Any ideas?