Poor fuel economy in my 2002 Fiesta Diesel

I commute to London 3 times a week and it's a 220 mile round trip, 90% of my trip is on motorways and I never go above 70mph. Now I know my car isn't new but I cant get over 40mpg. Is this acceptable for...

Stop/Start with a turbo engine - problems?

I am interested in buying the latest Ford Focus Titanium with the Turbo 150bhp engine has STOP technology. If as is suggested by Honest John Turbos must be idled after running at speed to allow them to...

Buying a Galaxy from Addison Lee

I'm a taxi driver and I want to buy a Ford Galaxy from Addison Lee to work in, but I'm in two minds because, obviously, they're high mileage cars. I don't want it costing me a fortune on repairs. Do you...

Which MPV with sliding doors for carrying children?

My daughter is looking to change her Mercedes-Benz for a new car with side sliding doors, big enough for two children. The Mercedes-Benz Viano looks too much like a minibus so her shortlist is Chrysler...

Which car has the best autobox?

Which car has the best autobox: Ford Fiesta, Ford B-Max or Hyundai i20?

Will the new Auris be suitable for a disabled driver?

I have a friend who currently drives a three-door Toyota Auris. He is a double amputee and likes to load his folded wheelchair behind the driver seat. He also requires an automatic. A new Auris is due...

Gearbox issues with a brand new Ka

I have recently purchased a Ford KA 2012. It has a gear change problem from 4th to 5th that is a synchro mesh mis-alignment? I have been told they are going to fit a new gearbox, but there isnt one in...

Is the Mondeo auto box any good?

I have looked at a Mondeo Titanium auto, I think they call it dualtronic. Are Ford autos trustworthy?

In praise of Motorpoint

My wife recently purchased a 2-month old Fiesta from Motorpoint Newport. When we got home we noticed a minor gouge on the rear panel. Motorpoint asked us to bring the car back, and they repaired the...

Should I buy my company Focus 1.6 TDCI?

My Ford focus Zetec 1.6 TDCI 110 (DPF) (2008, 58 plate, 47500 miles) company car is at the end of its lease. It has been faultless so far and I can buy it for £6900. However, I have read about turbo...