Alloys for winter tyres

I have a Volkswagen Tiguan (2011) but not the new model! It is fitted with 235/55 R17 99H tyres and I have purchased a set of Dunlop Winter Sport 3Ds in the same size. I am now trying to buy a second...

Gripping yearn

I had a 3-year old VW Passat estate fitted with 235/55 R17 tyres. I bought a spare set of steel wheels fitted with winter tyres marked 205/55 R16 for this car from my local VW dealer. I have just changed...

Which new car?

I am considering purchasing two cars, one for myself and one for my wife. The dilemma is what to choose. I am torn between the Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line TDI and Audi A3 Black Edition TDI for myself, and...

Can you recommend a small 4x4 for use on snow-covered roads?

I live on a hill and my drive is very steep. I did have a BMW X3 which was great in the snow but I foolishly sold it last year for a BMW 1 Series thinking I did not need such a big car. With the big freeze,...

Hangover cure

I have a 2006 Vauxhall Meriva 1.7 CTDI which reverses up our drive easily. I recently test-drove the new Meriva. But because of its long front overhang it could not reverse up the drive, which has quite...

Buying a new model VW Tiguan

I'm looking to purchase a new shape VW Tiguan automatic, however, I'm unsure as to the best engine to opt for. There is the seven speed Bluemotion diesel, or the 180PS TSI Petrol. Most of the driving...

Which 4x4?

Would a RAV4 diesel or Volkswagen Tiguan 4X4 be a good option. Is a new model (RAV4) in the pipeline please or alternatives as well as usual cars.

Replacement flywheel

Bought a new Tiguan in October 2010, current mileage 10,104 and I have just had a flywheel replacement under warranty. I hope this will not ber a regular occurance! I am concerned. Is there anything...

One car in place of two?

We do about 10,000 miles a year between our two current cars, an 06 E-Class Mercedes 220CDI auto estate for quiet comfort on long runs and a 51 Daihatsu Terios for "country pursuits" and the wife going...

I recommend your correspondent EC considers an Audi A3 Sportback for use in wintry conditions.

Your correspondent EC, via email, appears to have identical needs to mine, except that our dog is a Springer Spaniel, not a Lab. I also drive 12,000 miles a year and make frequent trips to the Scottish...