New headlights blinding drivers - RAC
We've discussed this on here before, but it's nice to see it reported officially and studied. Clearly a problem, not simply something wrong with the eyesight of those who complain about it....
View ArticleU-Turns on Pedestrian Crossing ZigZags
I had to avoid a mini-cab driver who elected to do a u-turn immediately before a pedestrian crossing across the zigzags - is it illegal and if so where is the legislation and highway code that...
View ArticleSounds like a human driver
A Uber driver-less car on test killed a lady, this a statement by the company who made the sensor on the car. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-43523286 Their conclusion is the software failed,...
View Articleupdate
I posted on here about my turbo in my golf tdi replacement, its a w reg 1.9 iv been driving it and it still has some pull to it and I can here it whistle but when I stop at lights I can smell exhaust...
View ArticleJumpy/rough idle
Hello Since I had my C4 serviced in February it hasn't been idling as smooth as it was. It's now a bit jumpy and rough but not all the time. I've tried some Millers in it and this has improved it a...
View ArticleSpeeding offence deadline?
Hi all. I was pulled over by a police officer with a speed gun around 5 1/2 months ago. I was stupidly doing 51 in a 30 zone. He went through things at the time, took my picture and said i'd probably...
View ArticleWhite Smoke on Startup
Make: Vauxhall Model: Corsa Design Engine Size: 1.3 CDTI Year: 2008 Miles: 53K Hello guys, Occasionally when I start my car I will see white smoke/cloud which will then disappear 3 seconds later. It...
View ArticleAm I covered
I've hit a wall in a friends car and only damage is the paint work but am I covered on my insurance as I know I'm only 3rd party
View ArticleNissan Almera Tino 1.8 misfire
Hi all First post hoping for some advise. Nissan Almera Tino 1.8 (QG18DE) HD02GYV 101K miles Ive got a misfire on my car, specifically cylinder 4 (Gearbox side). Ive attempting some diagnostics my self...
View ArticleThe Customer Service 'Experience' changing a policy detail... bye bye RAC
The worst phone experience ever. Call to put an additional driver on my policy for one day. First, the automated voice goes on, and on.... and on.... (losing will to live) then asks questions (several...
View ArticleUsed Small Automatic
An elderly friend has to replace her car and I offered to have a look round for her. I would be interested to hear opinions on makes/models to avoid. It has to be automatic. It has to cost less than...
View ArticleMy car has been damaged on the parking and insurer doesn't want to cooperate
I parked my car (insured in England) on the street and during my absence someone hit and ran. I made a claim, insurer says car is write off, category N (non structural damage), but now they don't want...
View ArticleSump Pan
Hi all, Got my car in for a service at the mo with a dealer. It is a Daihatsu Terios 2007. Been told the sump pan has a bit of a leak. They informed it will cost £670 to replace and doesn't come under...
View Article1.6mm tread depth under fire from Michelin.
Michelin claim no link between car tyre treads at 1.6mm and increasing accident rates. They say that changing tyres at 3mm would cost the motorist money and increased carbon emissions - especially as a...
View ArticleNeed help recognising a car model (CCTV)
Hi, Can any of you help with this image? Trying to find out what car this is! Sorry how do I upload an image? Thanks in advance. Rich
View ArticleNIP 14 Day Rule?
Hello, just wondering what the NIP rule is. I know it's something like 14 days the day of the offence being 0. I think I've been caught by an average speed camera on the m6 on the 16/03. So I'm on day...
View ArticleCar Service Issues
Hi I currently have my car in to a dealer for a service through a service plan with them. Last year I received photos and videos of any repair work that needed doing via email and text. This year I...
View ArticleDiets
At 60 years old, Im into my first 'diet' of my life. Every year, just after Christmas we go away with up to 14 friends with our dogs. We rent a huge house somewhere nice with plenty of walks nearby...
View ArticleKeep or salvage the written off vehicle cat N?
Hello, My car has been damaged on the parking and its write off, category N now. I've got a message from insurer: Market Value: £1700 Less Excess: £200 Less Vehicle Salvage Value: £300 Net Settlement...
View ArticleCan i get a full refund
I purchased an Audi A4 S Line black edition Registered Nov 2013, on 2 Feb 18, collected from dealership on 7 Feb 18, a few days later the temperature control was not working, I bought a sensor and...
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