Why does the fitting of a non-Skoda part to my Octavia mean that Skoda won't contribute to repairs?

After reading your generally positive review, I bought an 07 Skoda Octavia 4x4 1.9 diesel estate in January. It's a great drive and very economical; however, I'd like to reinforce your comments on the...

Should I fit 16-inch or 17-inch wheels to my Skoda Roomster Scout?

My Skoda Roomster Scout's standard wheels and tyres are 16-inch with 205/45/R16 87W. They have an option of 17-inch wheels and 205/40 R17 84W tyres. Which is the best choice?

Which tyres could I fit to my Skoda Octavia to improve the ride?

My wife and I are both over 80 and are finding the suspension of our Skoda Octavia 1.9DSG estate car harsh when the car is lightly loaded, although quite smooth when the car is more heavily loaded. I have...

Can you recommend a hatchback that is shorter than 4596mm to replace our Vauxhall Vectra?

We are 76 and have enjoyed the comfort and trouble-free motoring of our Vauxhall Vectra Design for the last six years. We are thinking of replacing it in the near future, but the Insignia is too long for...

Which fun, cheap car is suitable for my daughter to learn to drive in?

I have about £6000 to spend on a second car that will be fun to drive, cheap to run and suitable for my daughter to learn to drive in. I was considering a Panda 100HP or Fabia vRS, but I think maybe the...

New for old

What do you recommend for new car? I am 69 and my wife is 66. Our current car is a Volvo S40 SE 2.0 Diesel 41,000 purchased from new Sept 2004. Looking for good fuel economy, low RFT/Insurance similar...

Which small, automatic car offers a high seating position?

My wife has restricted movement in her left leg due to an unsuccessful knee operation, so I need to buy her a small (Citroen C3 size) economical automatic, preferably one with a high, off-the-floor seating...

What components should be changed at the same time as my 2005 Skoda Octavia's timing belt?

I own a 2005 Skoda Octavia with a 2.0-litre 140bhp Volkswagen PD diesel engine in it. It has done 70,000 miles and I want the timing belt changing at the next service. As well as the belt, what else needs...

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...

Have you driven the Skoda Fabia 1.2DSG?

I have just purchased a Skoda Fabia 1.2 DSG and consider it a great car. I'm very happy with the performance for a small car and, compared to the small Toyota automatic, it is excellent. You recently said...