Toyota Corolla 2006 Problems

You have to be familiar with your engine's torque curve to takeoff smoothly in a manual, particularly a four-cylinder. It could well be that at the revs you are using at takeoff coincides with a flat spot in the torque curve, It could be the calibration of the throttle system, but it's more likely a case of getting used to it.

Yes, I do think you have a case, and a good one at that to have Toyota repair the seal at its cost. In the first instance ask the dealer to make a claim against Toyota, if that fails, go direct to Toyota’s customer assistance people and present your case directly. In the event you are told you need a new clutch, don’t automatically agree, have the dealer explain why it needs replacing at such low kays.

I HAVEN'T heard of a widespread problem. Does it stall when it is at idle or when you're taking off? It's hard to comment without seeing and driving the car, but I wonder if it's a question of becoming more familiar with it. If you think there is a problem, get your dealer to drive it, and perhaps drive another Corolla Ascent to see if it has a similar problem.

AT THE moment the Europeans lead the way with diesels, driven on by European countries that provide concessions to car buyers to go diesel and reduce the dependence on oil. Though local makers are all looking at diesels, there are no plans to introduce them. Probably the most interesting new diesel model to arrive here is the VW Caddy Life, a Golf-based people mover. All cars sold here with diesel engines have the latest technology. There's little to pick between them.