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What electric cars have range extenders?

Can I use the spare tyre from my previous Mazda CX-3 on my new CX-30?

I recently exchanged my 2019 Mazda CX-3 Sports Nav for a new Mazda CX-30 SkyactiveX. I retained the full size 18” spare wheel from the CX-3 fitted with a 215/50R18 tyre. It fits the studs and fits into...

Is a 10 year old Mazda MX-5 a good buy?

My local BMW dealer has a 2014 Mazda MX-5 1.8i SE manual for sale at £7990. Mileage is 60,000. It comes with 12 month warranty. Do you think this is a good buy?

What used two-seater convertible do you suggest?

I'm looking to buy a 2-seater convertible to keep at our holiday home. Budget of £8-10k. I really like the look of the Mercedes SL, but have heard that they can have issues with the batteries if not driven...

We need a car that is safe and has low insurance costs, what would you suggest?

Please can you advise. We will be moving to Salisbury city centre and no longer need a Jag XF diesel sadly - wrong car for less use and urban. Having decided on a Honda Jazz 2014 SE that was safe, well...

Is there anything interesting second hand to buy you'd recommend?

Showrooms and forecourts are dreary places these days - like looking for a washing machine. No SUV's or EV's or diesels please but is there anything used, reasonably aerodynamic but interesting/ less common...

How accurate are used car valuations?

My last car was an Accord estate, sold in Sep 2015 having been owned by me from new in 2007. WeBuyAnyCar offered me £2650 whilst the Mazda dealer where I bought my current Mazda 6 from didn't want to buy...

What cars come with an opening sunroof?

My wife is looking for a replacement for her ten year old Kia Venga. She loves the opening sunroof but I am struggling to find anything. Do any cars have opening sunroofs these days. It doesn't have to...

Is it worth getting an ECU remap on my Mazda?

Is it worth remapping my 2020 Mazda 6 Skyactive 165ps?

What is the best used front wheel drive automatic?

I'm looking to buy a used front-wheel drive petrol automatic for between £15k and £20k. Please advise which small/medium sized cars I should be considering. I have always driven manuals and so know little...