Which reliable, economical four or five door car would you recommend?

I currently have a 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 coupe and a 1989 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon (that runs on LPG and petrol). Both have done over 140,000 miles and I tend to keep cars for a long time. I like both vehicles...

What dictates my service intervals - mileage or time?

My Subaru Forester's service schedule is every 12,000 miles or once a year. My last service after three years should have been the 36,000 mile service but, since I had only covered 19,356 miles, I chose...

An estate in the country...

What's the best bet for a country load-lugger (estate and/or 4x4 but not a pick-up)that will cope with country roads and stand the test of time?

Lumpy acceleration in a Subaru Forester

I love my new Subaru but occasionally the acceleration feels stuttery, it's not smooth. Usually on the first acceleration of the day. I am careful not to push hard when the engine is cold and the blue...

How can I disable the alarm on my Subaru Forester while in storage?

I have a Subaru Forester with a factory-fitted Category 1 alarm/immobiliser. We will be leaving the car for six weeks in a secure garage but I am worried that the alarm will run down the battery. There...

Which SUV for winter driving in country lanes?

We are retiring to Somerset this year and would like something to tackle the lanes in winter, so we are looking for a 4x4 of some kind. I currently run a SAAB 9-3 estate and would want similar boot space....

A diesel 4x4 for a GP

I am a GP in West Yorkshire and have to drive 24-30 miles a day through all weathers. I have been very happy with my old Subaru Forrester (1997) - which I fitted with all terrain tyres - apart from the...

Petrol or diesel SUV?

I currently drive a Subaru Forester 2.0 petrol on an 07 plate. I am thinking of changing but would like a similar type of vehicle (SUV). I usually travel about 7000 miles per annum without encountering...

What estate or MPV should I buy to replace my Mondeo Edge?

I wish to change my 2006 Mondeo Edge for an estate car or good alternative. As it will be my last vehicle I am looking for something with a high ride, for ease of access, and a saloon car driving position....

What SUV for shooting, hunting and fishing?

In 2008 you advised the then new Subaru Forester diesel. Due to the waiting list, instead we bought an XT 2.5 petrol. Three years on, it is summed up after 18,000 miles a year as brilliantly fast, comfy,...