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I want to know if the timing belt on the 1.0 engine of the new Volkswagen T-Cross is dry or oil-lubricated... and why it makes so much noise when starting from cold.

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We have a 2020 BMW 330e for past 2.5 years and have had issues such as: 12-volt battery had to be replaced, shudder in front brakes, both wing mirror electrics failed... Looking at replacing now for around €40k mark. Not mad on SUVs but if needs must and not committed to full electric yet.

Given the recent recall of Volvo EX30 electric vehicles equipped with NMC batteries due to charging safety issues (compared to models with LFP chemistry, which were not recalled), I would love to read a detailed and reliable description of the chemistry of each of the two batteries available in the new electric Nissan Micra.

How does importing a car work if you bought (brand new) in the North and lived there for a year, but then move to the south and imported the car when you move? What do you pay?

Does the 192 Hyundai Tucson Executive Plus diesel have a 'wet belt'?

I am looking at importing a 2018 Mercedes S-Class Coupe from Japan.

1: Be Forward seem to be popular importers. Can you advise on their reputation or other preferred importers?

2. Is VAT and import duty from Japan the same as for UK? The Mercedes was originally made and exported from the EU (Germany).

Thank you

I frequently travel from Cork to Tralee, mostly now on motorway. Distance say 100 miles. Is the Hyundai Inster comfortable enough or a bone rattler?

Looking at changing cars and there are a lot of Japanese imported cars available. I am looking at a 2021 Toyota Prius or a 2020 Toyota C-HR.

If I was to go ahead with the purchase of one of these:

1. Is it easy to get parts for these cars, god forbid something was to go on them?

2. Is the insurance going to be higher as it is an import? Is this something you are asked when insuring the car?

Any advice appreciated.

I'm looking to bring in a car from Northern Ireland and I'd like to know how much VRT I'd have to pay.

If I buy a N.I. second-hand car from someone in Ireland do I pay VAT?