Engine flush has damaged my car and invalidated the warranty - what should I do?

I have a 2019 Renault Captur 1.5 dCi. I bought it with 11,000 miles on the clock in July 2020. Recently, I had it serviced at an independent garage. The garage performed an engine flush as part of the...

When should I change the cam belt on my Audi A6?

My Audi A6 has done very few miles due to the pandemic. In fact, it is some 10,000 miles below its average for this year. Do I still need to have the cam belt replaced?

My car has the wrong coolant mixture - what should I do?

I have a 17-month-old SEAT Ateca 1.5 TSI. I thought the radiator needed topping up but stupidly mixed the antifreeze 50/50 with water when it was already premixed. How would this small amount affect the...

When should I change the cam belt on my Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI?

I have just bought an immaculate, used Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.4 TSI SE from a main dealer. The car is a 2017 model with 39,800 miles on the clock and a full dealer service record. Question: does this...

How much is a cam belt change on a Mazda Bongo?

I am thinking it is time to change the cam belt on my Mazda Bongo. How much should I expect to pay?

When should I replace the cam belt on my Dacia Duster 1.5 diesel?

I am confused about the cam belt change schedule on my Dacia Duster 1.5 diesel. I was advised to change the cam belt and associated parts- at 60,000 miles. But the manual states a change at 100,000, what...

Do I need to let the engine idle after a long journey?

I have a Kia Rio that has a turbocharged engine. I was always told that after a long journey you must keep the engine running for a minute or two (in order to allow the turbo to cool down). Is this still...

If I don't cover a lot of miles, does my car still need a full service?

I do low mileage. Do I need a full service every year?

Toyota Aygo - cam belt or cam chain?

Our friend has a 2012 1.0-litre petrol Toyota Aygo. She wants to know if the car has a cam chain or a cam belt, as it has just reached 70,000 miles on the clock. Can you help?

Why does the Ford Fiesta have sensitive brakes?

I recently bought a 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol and it has pretty sensitive brakes - they suddenly grab and it's hard to avoid stopping far more quickly than intended. Is this a common issue? Can you...