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  4x4 purchase dilemma? 18 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My short list for purchasing a new 4x4 is a Nissan Juke, Hyundai ix35 or Qashqai in that order. Fuel consumption is a factor, the Juke is petrol (37mpg...
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  Why is my Ford C-Max speckling my caravan with black spots? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford C-Max 2.0 TDCI Ghia on a 55 plate with the Euro IV engine. When we first had the car, when it was 18 months old, the car went in under warranty...
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  Right key, wrong keyhole 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You recommend running at higher revs to help a DPF to regenerate. I drive a Volvo V70 AWD 2.4d. At 2,000 rpm I travel at 60 mph. At 2,300 rpm I travel...
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  Consumer advice 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently purchased a Sept 2006 Toyota Avensis Estate 2.2 D-4D 180bhp. The car has 88k warranted mileage and full (Toyota) service history. I bought...
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  Perturboed 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I currently possess a BMW320D auto purchased from new in 2002, now has 86,000 miles and turbo replaced at 73,000. I am concerned other expensive repairs...
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  Dervliverance 31 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My husband and I are taking delivery of a new BMW 520d SE auto in January. We've never run a diesel before and are absolutely thrilled at the prospect...
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  What are the advantages of a mild-hybrid car? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is there any advantage in owning a self charging mild hybrid Hyundai Tucson over a non mild hybrid model?
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  What ULEZ compliant small car should I buy? 30 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need to change my SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive due to ULEZ rules I looked at the Toyota Yaris Cross but it’s too big as I’m barely 5ft tall. I do long distance...
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  Best spacious used car? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for spacious, reliable used car with either fold down seats or a large boot. I do a lot of town driving with occasional long runs. I am looking...
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  Should I follow my car's gear shift indicator advice? 2 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Skoda Rapid three cylinder 999cc TSI 110 with six gears. The gear advisor is quick to recommend changing up but rarely a change down. At slower...
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  What's the best SUV with all-wheel drive? 27 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What would you say is the best and most fuel-efficient SUV with all-wheel drive? I absolutely love manual cars but will consider automatic. Been looking...
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  What is the point of hybrid cars? 3 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What is the point of hybrids? I can see how they help reduce manufacturers' emissions across their model range, but new versions will be banned from 2035....
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  How does a stop-start engine systems work? 20 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Ford Fiesta with a manual transmission. Could you explain how the stop-start operates?
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  Is a 2015 Honda Civic a risky buy? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at buying a 2015 Honda Civic 1.6 diesel manual with 56,000 miles on the clock. It's from the main dealer with a warranty of one year and two...
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  Will prices of electric cars come down soon? 20 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to change my current car for an electric one, but at the moment they don't have the range I would like. I think this will happen in time,...
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  I like the Volvo XC60 but they're all electric or hybrid. Should I still buy one? 26 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Now that Volvos are all-electric or hybrid, would you still recommend the XC60 or should I look for an alternative as I really want petrol? If so, what...
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  What's the best electric or hybrid car for a long daily commute? 22 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What's the best electric or hybrid car for a 150-mile daily run? The main purpose is to reduce the monthly cost on fuel and balance that with the price...
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  Need a reliable and efficient used car for under-£22k 31 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a nearly new second-hand car. I am looking for which vehicles to consider in terms of fuel economy/looks/value for money/manageable...
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  Should I refurb or replace my kerbed alloy wheels? 23 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I damaged two of my 2015 Fiat 500 alloy wheels on a kerb and each has a small chip on the rim. Refurbishing two wheels costs £160 - £220 and I will not...
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  Could you suggest a petrol SUV under £25,000? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We have been driving a Nissan X-Trail for the past five years and it’s been great: reliable, very comfy and decent on fuel but it’s a diesel and we only...