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[Read more →]( [Can I run four tyres with different speed ratings?]( Posted by on 9 December, 2020 Yesterday I fitted four new CrossClimate tyres to my Volkswagen Golf SV. The original tyres were rated at H. The fitter had fitted three H and one V rated tyre. Today, the tyre alarm went off after 30 miles saying that the REAR RIGHT TYRE REQUIRED CHECKING. This was the V rated tyre. Is this safe to run? [Read more →]( [Are finance deals available on pre-reg cars?]( Posted by on 9 December, 2020 Are PCP/PCH deals available on pre-registered cars? [Read more →]( [If I import a 2016 vehicle back to the UK, will it be registered as the year of import or manufacture?]( Posted by on 9 December, 2020 I have a vehicle with a 2016 registration, which is currently in the £0 annual road tax bracket. I'm planning to export this vehicle to Cyprus, where I will be working for around 3 years. At the end of this time, I may bring it back to the UK. If I import the vehicle to the UK, will it be registered as a 2016 registration again or will it be registered as per the year of the import? Also, will this affect the tax bracket as per the new rates introduced in 2017? [Read more →]( [What's the best way to sell my car?]( Posted by on 9 December, 2020 What’s the best way to (reluctantly) sell my blue, one owner, 2004, 2.2-litre Z4 with 50,000 miles and FSH in great condition. [Read more →]( [Do we have to tell our insurer about a driving suspension?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 My wife has just had an operation and has been told by the surgeon that she must not drive for six months. Presumably, the hospital will notify DVLA so that her licence is suspended for that period. Are we under a duty to tell our insurers and will it affect the premiums? She will obviously respect the suspension. [Read more →]( [At what age does a spare tyre need replaced?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 Can I safely use my 6-year-old full-size spare tyre? It was purchased for my car when new in 2016. The DOT code is from early 2015. I just wondered about the safety aspect. Although, the Continental tyres website states to dump them at 10 years old. They aren't Continental tyres but are a decent make. [Read more →]( [I'm considering a Lancia Appia. Are parts available for these classics?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 I'm looking at classic Italian autos. Currently living in Italy so I have some access. I like the Lancia Appia models from the late '50s to early '60s. I like the size, styling and room but am not very familiar with the model. The engine and transmission would be a consideration but am open to reworking. What are the inherent weaknesses? Are parts available? [Read more →]( [My car's road tax is £500+ per year. Is that correct?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 I have a 2011 Jaguar XK convertible. The road tax is in excess of £500 a year. Is that correct given the age of the car? I thought the tax decreased after a number of years. Thank you. [Read more →]( [I have an old Lada Riva. It seems a pity to scrap it, but does it have any value?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 I've inherited my father's old Lada Riva 1200. It's rusty and hasn't run for 14 years, but it was owned by him alone since new and the actual one on display at the Motor Show the year he bought it. It seems a pity to simply scrap it, but does it have any value? It has an unremarkable E-reg number plate. Is that of any value and worth retaining? Thank you for your thoughts. [Read more →]( [Is it legal to increase the price of a repair after most of the work is done?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 If I'm given a price for a repair and then given a higher price four hours later when most of the work has been done, is that legal? [Read more →]( [What hybrids offer a high seating position?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 Can you recommend a hybrid car with high seating? [Read more →]( [What SUV will hold its value over the next five years?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2020 Can you suggest a reliable SUV under £9000 that will hold its value over 5 years? I live in Bristol so was leaning towards petrol. [Read more →]( [A pothole damaged my tyre and alloy. Can I claim from the council?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2020 I wrecked a tyre and alloy wheel on my Volvo V70 in March. The pothole was marked with a faded white line but I couldn't avoid it. I claimed but Hampshire CC have rejected my claim as they have no record of that hole. I have supportive evidence from the AA. [Read more →]( [Can electric vehicles tow a trailer?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2020 Are electric cars able to tow caravans and trailers? [Read more →]( [What used Skoda Octavia should I buy?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2020 In the new year, I'm going to buy a Skoda Octavia. I have a budget of around £7500 and will be looking for the cheapest running costs. Can you advise what model/price I'm likely to find, please? Thank you. [Read more →]( [Which hybrid SUV would you recommend purchasing new or nearly new?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2020 I'm an engineer and if I were designing an electric vehicle, it would have an electric variable speed motor in each hub, some onboard electrical charge storage, an intelligent hub to manage and deliver power, and also control traction, along with a lightweight petrol engine to deliver additional charge when required. Is that what the motor industry is delivering? Also, which hybrid SUV would you recommend purchasing new or nearly new? Many thanks. [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. 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