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Can the MG HS PHEV run at high speeds on electric power?
In relation to the MG HS PHEV, can you drive solely in electric mode at speeds say of 100km/h? Will it then switch to petrol mode when the battery has depleted?
Shay Bo (Dublin)
Jan 2026 Filed under: hybrid
Cost to change into a new Peugeot 408 hybrid?
I want to trade my 2017 Peugeot 3008 GT line in against a new Peugeot 408 hybrid. What will my cost to change likely be?
Stan Finlay (Dublin)
Jan 2026 Filed under: used car values
Why is the VW T-Cross's engine noisy when cold?
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.
Alberto Benedetti (Juncal)
Jan 2026 Filed under: timing belt or chain
Which PHEV to replace my BMW 330e?
Hi,
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.
Martin
Feb 2026 Filed under: hybrid
Tell me about the electric Nissan Micra's batteries...
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.
Santiago F. (Galiza - Spain)
Feb 2026 Filed under: electric cars
What are costs to move my nearly-new car to Ireland?
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?
Zoe (Belfast)
Feb 2026 Filed under: importing
Does the 192 Hyundai Tucson have a 'wet belt'?
Does the 192 Hyundai Tucson Executive Plus diesel have a 'wet belt'?
Catherine O Connell (Macroom Co Cork)
Feb 2026 Filed under: timing belt or chain
Looking at importing a Mercedes from Japan...
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 The Mercedes was originally made and exported from the EU (Germany).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
Mark Butler (Galway)
Feb 2026 Filed under: importing
Is the Hyundai Inster comfortable on the motorway?
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?
Alan (Cork)
Feb 2026 Filed under: choosing new car
Looking to buy a Japanese import Toyota...
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.
Lyn (Kerry )
Jan 2026 Filed under: insurance
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