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  Am I likely to have battery problems with a self-charging hybrid if I only do short journeys? 1 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Am I likely to have battery problems with a self-charging hybrid if I only do short journeys? Are hybrids the way to go in replacing a car that you intend...
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  I am buying a 1972 Renault 4TL - do I need to use a fuel additive with this motor? 24 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am buying a 1972 Renault 4TL. Do I need to use a fuel additive with this motor?
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  How much is a 1991 Audi 80 Sport worth? 22 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a J reg Audi 80 Sport with 11,000 miles on the clock. Can you give me a valuation please?
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  The Pirellis on my Skoda are noisy and harsh - can you recommend something else? 2 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Skoda Superb running Pirelli P7 235/45 R18 tyres. I find them noisy and harsh. Can you suggest an alternative for a softer quieter ride?
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  What's the best van based car or van for under £3000? 25 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What's the best van based car or van for under £3000 suitable for carrying a couple of dog cages and towing a small lightweight trailer?
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  What can I do to ensure my seven-year old Jaguar XF continues to run smoothly? 8 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My 2012 Jaguar XF 2.2 D now has 65000 miles on the clock and I intend keeping it for a few more years yet. Apart from a regular yearly service is there...
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  What's the best first car for young driver on a £2000 budget? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter, who is 17, is currently learning to drive. What cars would you recommend for her as a first car? Reliability and safety are paramount, I have...
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  Is my power steering failure down to a low battery? 7 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My power steering has failed.The power steering warning light has not come on but the battery warning light is on now constantly. Is the power steering...
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  I'm leaving my car sat on my driveway for nine weeks in winter - should I disconnect the battery? 23 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm leaving my 2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Golf on my driveway for nine weeks in winter. Should I disconnect the batteries?
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  My Skoda Fabia 2.0 consumes a litre of oil every 1000 miles - is this normal? 7 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My 2011 Skoda Fabia 2.0 TFSI consumes about a litre of oil every 1000 miles. The garage has told me this is normal for this engine. Is it normal?
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  Is there a product for treating superficial scratches on my windscreen? 11 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have an increasing number of very superficial scratches on my windscreen. I cannot feel the abrasions if I run my thumb over them and the cause is unknown....
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  Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? 4 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? I'm considering a Honda FR-V.
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  Will using Shell V Power improve the performance of our Honda Jazz? 18 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We've decided to get a Honda Jazz SE Automatic for its space and versatility. We understand that it can be considered slow compared to other similar size...
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  Why did the sunroof of my car shatter without warning? 17 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Have you come across many cases of sunroofs shattering for no apparent reason whilst driving? This happened to my 2015 Renault Megane recently. The roof...
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  Why am I getting a battery charge failure warning light in my Rover 75? 4 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm having battery charge problems with my Rover 75 CDTi. I get dashboard warnings that all go away when you charge the battery, but return twenty miles...
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  Do I drive enough to charge the battery of a hybrid car? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a hybrid vehicle but have been advised by a friend that because I only drive once or twice a week, distances of about 20 miles,...
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  Is it true that air-con needs servicing every two years? 15 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  The air-con in my van does not seem to do much. Is it true it needs servicing every two years?
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  What's causing the heavy start on my Renault Megane? 19 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've just bought a Renault Megane 1.6 petrol. When I start the engine, it starts but loses power at first. It needs a bit of accelerating to keep the engine...
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  Would corroded fuel filler pipes be grounds for a recall of the 2006 - 2012 Toyota RAV4? 11 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Increasing numbers of 2006 - 2012 RAV4 owners are reporting fuel leaks caused by corrosion of the fuel filler pipe. This is due to the use of thin low...
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  What MPV has removable back seats and a large boot? 4 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Which cars are best for a single person? I currently have the Citroen Berlingo and love that I can remove the rear seats and leave them in the garage which...