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I am considering buying a mild-hybrid car with low fuel costs. I want a small hatchback and I like the Toyota Yaris Cross, but am put off by its slow 0-62mph time (10 seconds). Can you recommend a faster...
Why are electric cars so expensive? It looks like a cynical profiteering opportunity to me, what’s the honest story?
My partner currently drives a MINI convertible, which she loves. She will be retiring in the next six months and we are planning to have a medium sized dog. She has looked at a new MINI Clubman which she...
We are looking to change our current vehicle early next year. We like the new Kia Sportage but not the price. Considering a Dacia Duster or the Bigster. Your comments on all three would be welcome.
Which car would you recommend to replace my excellent 2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta? It should be manual and petrol and cost no more than about £30,000.
Like many others I am now into a nine-month wait for a new car with no idea of delivery date. I do not believe that it can only be the higher spec cars that have delivery problems as the lower spec cars...
How good is a Skoda Fabia?
Given the long delays for new cars, what is the situation with part-exchange and trade-in values? If I buy a car now and agree on a value with the dealer on my car for the part exchange, can the dealer...
I am buying a car and I have been quoted £370 for the dealer to apply Autoglym Lifeshine. I think this is too much but he won’t budge on the price. Is it worth the extra or can I buy this and apply it...
I have an injury to my hand and find my Mercedes-Benz great to drive, as it has the gear changer on the steering column. I want to update my car but have been really unhappy with the Mercedes-Benz dealer...
 

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