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[Read more →]( [How do I turn off the interior sensor for the alarm on a Toyota?]( Posted by on 8 December, 2023 How do I temporally disable alarm while my dog is in the vehicle? [Read more →]( [I was caught speeding at 53mph on a 30mph road, what will happen?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2023 I was caught speeding at 53mph on a 30mph road at 2 am. Police have sent the case to court and I have pleaded guilty. I was there for camping and my heater broke so I travelled to get a new heater. Temp was 3c. I have prepared the case by myself with all evidence. I just want to know if anyone ease had the same scenario and what was outcome? [Read more →]( [Would a plug-in hybrid make sense for me?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2023 Are plug in hybrids worth having? We live in a village and frequently do 20 to 30 miles to access facilities, so would need regular charging unless we just revert to the petrol engine. [Read more →]( [Can you recommend a non-subscription vehicle tracker?]( Posted by on 7 December, 2023 Can you suggest a reliable non-subscription vehicle tracking system please? [Read more →]( [Are all-seaons tyres a good idea?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2023 I'm due to replace two tyres and the other two are probably due for replacement in 6 months. I'm wondering about taking the plunge and fitting all weather tyres (5 as I have a spare). Do you think it would be worth it? [Read more →]( [Are fogged up headlamps an MoT failure?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2023 My 2017 Suzuki Baleno headlamps are fogged up around the outsides but not in the middle - it appears to be between two layers of double glazed plastic? Is this an MoT failure? Is there a fix for this because replacement headlamp units are horrendously expensive? [Read more →]( [I've been given a DPF surcharge on an exchange basis for a new one, is this correct?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2023 Has anyone ever heard of DPF surcharge. I discovered my DPF had the filters removed and I needed a new one. I was then told when the part was returned to the main dealer in exchange for the new one I was being charged a surcharge as it was tampered with. Has anyone heard of this before? [Read more →]( [Can I replace two Continental tyres with Michelins?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2023 I have a 2016 Hyundai Tucson and need to replace both front tyres. Presently all four tyres and the spare are Continental. The two rear tyres are okay so I am thinking to purchase two new tyres. Is it okay to purchase two Michelin Cross Climate type and having different brands? I have had some conflicting information given to me, i.e: the new ones should go on the back as they provide for better braking with the existing back ones placed on the front. Or just place the new ones on the front? The reason for introducing Michelin brand is less availability of Continental. [Read more →]( [How can I find the source of water ingress in a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?]( Posted by on 6 December, 2023 My daughter's Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 2014 has a wet area under the off side rear (3rd row) seat. It is not coming from the underneath of the vehicle as it has not been driven for a while. [Read more →]( [If I change from runflats do I need to tell my insurer?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 Does my insurance company need to be told if I change the tyres on my BMW 6 Series from runflats to standard ones? Would this affect the cost? [Read more →]( [Do I need to tell my insurer about my heart surgery?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 I have recently had a replacement aortic valve during heart surgery and wondered if I am obliged to inform my moot insurance companies of the operation? [Read more →]( [My replacement clutch has burned out in two months, will the garage repair it?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 I've had a new clutch and flywheel fitted by the garage two months ago and it's burnt out. Can I expect the garage to repair without payment? [Read more →]( [Is it legal to use an 'emergency vehicles only' slip road?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 When on Google Maps to a destination it took me off at a slip road that said emergency vehicles only. Is this legal? [Read more →]( [How can I find out the rate of road tax on a car?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 Is there anywhere to find out how much road tax is for a second hand nearly new car before l buy? This will influence what l can afford and help me with my search. [Read more →]( [Is there a dashcam I can switch between cars?]( Posted by on 5 December, 2023 I have three vehicles but obviously cannot drive them all at once. Is it possible to buy a dashcam that I can transfer between them? [Read more →]( [Is a Range Rover Sport a good used buy?]( Posted by on 4 December, 2023 I want to buy a used Range Rover Sport as a retirement present to myself. Would you advise paying more for a 2019/20 model and accepting the ongoing depreciation or buy a 2017 model for less and accept the likely higher costs of repairs, etc. [Read more →]( [I've lost the bonnet key for my Ford Kuga, how can I open it?]( Posted by on 4 December, 2023 I have lost the bonnet key for my 2010 Ford Kuga and I am wondering if there is an easy fix without needing to replace the whole key and locks ? [Read more →]( [Is a dealer liable for theft from my car while in their care?]( Posted by on 4 December, 2023 My Kia was dropped off at main dealer in Canterbury and 9 hours later picked up where we were informed the rear exhaust was missing. The dealer will not repair until we pay the £800. My question is do dealers who have possession of your vehicle responsible for damage or theft from it? 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