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What is the best way to drive over speed cushions?

Q. What is the best way to drive over the split type of speed humps so as not to damage the suspension and tyres?
Published 12 October 2015
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Letters of the week: October 4

This week: the VW emissions scandal, cyclists, electric cars and bus lanes
Published 06 October 2015
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Battle of the super-coupés: Jaguar F-type R coupé...

To be ranked among the very best, a sports car must look good enough to deserve its own Instagram account, go like the clappers come rain or shine...
Published 01 October 2015
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Letters of the week: September 27

This week: Volkswagen emissions scandal, Guy Martin's review of Ford Transit and cyclists
Published 28 September 2015
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Five fabulous family cars for £6,000 – that aren't...

If Dieselgate has put you off buying a used Volkswagen, take a look at these family cars instead
Published 25 September 2015
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Letters of the week: September 20

This week: bus lanes, cyclists, Land Rovers and driving etiquette
Published 21 September 2015
Is there an upper age limit for hire cars?

Is there an upper age limit for hire cars?

I’ve heard stories of older people being stranded in France because car hire firms will not issue vehicles to the over-75s
Published 21 September 2015
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How do I know when it's time to get a new roof for...

I have owned a 2007 Audi A4 convertible from new. The folding roof is sticking when I try to open it, and the fabric is beginning to wear. Can I get...
Published 21 September 2015
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Letters of the week: September 13

This week: road tax, parking, numberplates, bus lanes, cyclists, head-up displays, sat nav speed displays, "fusty" Jags, Mazda brakes and motorway...
Published 14 September 2015
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How accurate are fuel economy figures?

Q. My wife has bought a 61-plate petrol Nissan Qashqai+2. Its fuel economy is typically 20-24mpg. Our trips are short so we’re not expecting the...
Published 07 September 2015
How can I trace the ownership of a classic car?

How can I trace the ownership of a classic car?

Q. My grandfather bought a Bentley from Jack Barclay in Berkeley Square, central London, in the 1950s. I believe he also sold it through the dealer...
Published 07 September 2015
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Letters of the week, September 6

This week: The responsibilities of all road users, Ireland's low cost fuel, politeness, world numberplate differences, head-up displays and more...
Published 07 September 2015