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How good is your 4x4 in the snow, which one should I buy?

Indecision.... I bought a 2 year old Mazda MX5 at the end of March and, having had the wet weather recently, its dawned on me that its going to be dreadful in the snow and ice during winter. Working...

AB Editor

Do you need the personal touch?

Buying car insurance is undoubtedly one of the least enjoyable parts of motoring. As such, how do you prefer to go about purchasing it? Do you like the speed and detached nature of buying online? Or do you feel the need to speak to someone on the phone? Or is it even preferred to visit a insurance broker in person and sort out your car insurance that way?

chrissa1

Three Points on the Licence

I've just realised that it's over 3 years since I was given for 3 points on my licence. Do I have to do anything like sending the paper part of the licence back to the DVLA or does it just happen...

tatonic

Scratches on plastic intererior of car--Arggg!!

I have been told there is nothing to get rid of the scratches on the plastic inside your car. I refuse to accept that. Would anyone happen to know what gets rid of them? Or any ideas on what might...

zimmer

Foreign registered cars being driven in UK

A person working near me has a car on Polish reg plates. He has been here for nearly 2 years, does he need to get an MOTas his car is about 6 years old?

redken

where is the m.a.p. sensor?

I OWN A VAUXHALL CORSA LS (PETROL) 4 DOOR 1196CC 1993. DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE THE M.A.P. SENSOR IS LOCATED AND WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE? APPRECIATE ANY HELP HERE. KEN....

northernmonkey

Applying for Provisonal

Hi I was wondering if anybody could answer this question as I have looked on DVLA but cannot seem to find a clear answer. As I have no passport or any other forms of photo ID, would the following be...

KRUSTYMAN

Renault Meganes suspension problem?

I have one of the last Meganes before the newer shape (Y reg). I also have the misfortune to live in Portsmouth where motorists are almost classed as the enemy. All but arterial rds are 20mph and...

vanessa80

I've had an AUTOMATC driving licence for 20 years. If I take get a MANUAL licence now, will I be considered a NEW driver on my licence?

I passed my driving test on an automatic 20 years ago, so my licence shows that date on it. If I take a test in a manual so I can have a full UK licence, will I lose the original date? Will my licence...

Craftypig

What is the maximum load weight of a class 2 rigid LGV (18 tonne)

there is no weight plate on the wagon so i would like to know so as not to overload it....

tamborine

Front windscreens

I've noticed a lot of blue tinted front windscreens on cars - are they legal and a new fashion ?

Thekopman

Peugeot 306 W Reg - few issues!

Ok - first time I have used site for something like this! I have just aquired a non running 306 1.4 petrol pug on a W REG. I have been given it by mum in law to try and make good and have a few issues...

midagetrolop

BMW M3 Alarm

Got BMW M3 2003 alarm keeps going off randomly - have made sure all windows and doors are closed securely - but I have noticed that it goes off only in the day when the sun is out - is it something to...

flip_flop

Points & Insurance

Mrs Flop was convicted of an SP50 offence in January, received 5 points and fined £550 after being caught by a camera speeding on a motorway. This is the only change in circumstances since my...

jasmin26

car insurance

if someone has permission to drive your car are you legally required to ensure they have the correct insurance ? thanks .

tinkerbell23

car insurance new driver

new driver...23yr old female...what insurance category should i stick too for buying a car...? obviously the lower the better...but in general what the highest before i probobly cant get insured...5?...

bxaxrxrxyx

Honda Civic LSi - Auto choke problem

I have a Honda Civic which is mostly problem free, the only thing it doesn't like is short runs then being switched off. If you try to re-start within a few minutes it won't catch. It's OK if you...

chrissa1

Cost of Re-Newing a Wheel Bearing

I have a Y Reg Subaru Impreza 2.0L that has a wheel bearing going on the nearside rear wheel. Roughly what would a garage charge to replace it? Thanks.

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sunday express crossword

22a loud confused noises as of a crowd; commotion --m-l-s 31a having a related or similar position structure etc ---o-o-o-- 22d in architecture an ornament of three arcs set in a circle b-o---n...

crofter

MM Links Solutions July 2010 [Week 5]

For this fifth and final week in July, King John (aka rockfordill) continued with his generous frame of mind as he returned to rural life in the English countryside. Recalling his annual role as a...

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