Is it still under warranty?

I recently bought a one year old Ford Kuga from a Renault dealership in Aberdeen. The car was originally sourced from a Ford garage in Preston which was within the same dealership group.(Evans Halshwaw)....

Replacing a 10-year-old Zafira

I have a 10 year old Zafira that I've had since new and has been really reliable. However, I drive with my seat in its furthest back position and my teenage boys now complain there's not enough legroom...

Which tyres for S-MAX?

I've got an S-Max 2.2 Diesel - a fine car that I'm pleased with. I got it from Ford Direct with odd tyres on it, though, something I wouldn't normally mix up. They are a mixture of Michelin Primacy HP...

Used estate or 4x4

I currently drive a Renaultsport Clio 197, but I need a family estate car. I want to spend around £5000. I travel 18,000 miles per year so a diesel would probably be best for economy. Some comfort would...

A car for retirement

My retirement date is now very close and, after having a company car for the last 30 year,s I will now have to buy my own new car. My current car is an Audi A4 2.0 TDI. It is 3 years old with 50,000 miles...

Space saver wheel - OK to fit a normal tyre?

My car has a space-saver spare wheel that is rated to 80km/h. I would like to get a 'proper' tyre for emergencies. Is it OK to fit a standard 205 55 16 W/V tyre to the steel 'space saver' wheel? If...

Waiting six months for my S-MAX

Hello, we ordered an S-MAX in September 2010 and paid a deposit in 02-10-10 at GATES of Dunmow Essex. When we ordered it we were told it would be before Christmas 2010, and we agreed on that. However...

Does the new Focus leak?

Having tested and looked at the new Focus, just released, can you confirm if Ford have sorted the problem with rainwater entering the hatch area when lifting the tailgate?

Alternatives to Ford S-MAX?

We need to find a car with space for 3 child seats in the back on a Budget of £12k. I want to find an alternative to an S-Max, which my wife wants. I don't like it as I feel like I would be driving a...

Intermittent engine misfire

I have an R-plate two-litre petrol Ford Mondeo. For as long as I can remember it has a had a slight hesitancy, which feels like a misfire. It occurs when driving slowly in fourth or fifth gear, and is...