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What are the benefits of 'normal' tyres over low-profile...

Q. I drive a Peugeot 207 fitted with low-profile tyres. I’m considering replacing them with “normal” tyres. Will this give me quieter running...
Published 12 May 2015
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My BMW was recalled over safety fears and I've not...

Q. My BMW 3-series is the subject of a recall to replace the front passenger airbag. Although I was alerted to this in November
Published 12 May 2015
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Letters of the week, May 10

This week: Good Top Gear/Bad Top Gear, diesel concerns, drivers' newspapers of choice, 20mph zones, classic car comfort and more.
Published 11 May 2015
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Seven-seat family cars tested by mum to keep everyone...

The thought of a bog-standard people carrier filled me with a dull ache. I needed a seven-seater with attitude as well as attention to kiddie-friendly...
Published 10 May 2015
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Five fantastic French sports cars

This week Peugeot revealed its Vision Gran Turismo car for the GT6 driving game on PlayStation
Published 08 May 2015
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My new car needs a faulty oxygen sensor replaced. How...

Q. My 2009 1.3-litre Toyota Yaris, bought new, has done only 20,000 miles but recently needed a faulty oxygen sensor replaced. My dealer charged me...
Published 05 May 2015
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Is it possible to raise the height of a driver’s...

Q. I am buying a new Seat Leon 1.4-litre TSI SE. My wife is not very tall and has become used to the slightly elevated driving position in our current...
Published 05 May 2015
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Letters of the week, May 3

This week: Vexed by Veyron, spare wheels roll on, appreciating personalised 'plates, Thunderbirds blunder, digital deductions, a 422mph speeding ticket...
Published 04 May 2015
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Letters of the week, April 26

This week: more on spare wheels, self-parking car queries, nice guys with personalised number plates and more.
Published 01 May 2015
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What is an “Error 174” message displayed in my...

Q. Can you tell me what my five-year-old Vauxhall Astra means when it displays an “Error 174” message? My garage’s response was to charge the...
Published 30 April 2015
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Counterpart driving licence changes — what you need...

If you're hiring a car, either in the UK or abroad, or drive for a living you'll need to know about these important changes to driving licences.
Published 28 April 2015
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I need a practical, economical and large family car...

Q. My 2005 Renault Grand Scénic (a 2-litre petrol automatic) has served my family well for four years but is starting to cost a lot as things go...
Published 28 April 2015