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  Why is my Volkswagen Golf diesel so easy to stall? 19 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  After many years driving petrol-injected engines (Volkswagen, Vauxhall and BMW) I changed to a Volkswagen Golf 2-litre diesel turbo (140bhp) last year....
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  Could you recommend an automatic with lots of load space and power? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm aged 70 and need a new car. I've had major spinal surgery and my surgeon recommended that I should be driving a bus or a lorry to be in the correct...
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  Do PHEVs operate the same way as regular hybrids? 7 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia Niro Hybrid returns around 60mpg. Most of my journeys exceed the battery range of a PHEV version. Does a PHEV operate in the same way as my standard...
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  How much better MPG will a hybrid offer compared to petrol? 23 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  How much better is real mpg for a mild hybrid that a similar petrol car?
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  What should I replace my Ford Mondeo with? 29 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my Ford Mondeo. What would you recommend? I like the size of Mondeo and the performance mid range of the 2.2-litre diesel suits my driving...
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  Are there really delays on new cars or is this just an excuse to hike prices? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are car manufacturers being honest about the continuing delays on new cars due to computer chip shortages? Or is this just an excuse to hike prices? I...
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  What fun car should I buy? 7 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Hyundai i30 N Line and a 2003 MG TF. I recently retired and do so many miles as I did and so am looking for one car to replace both, something...
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  What's the best petrol family SUV on a budget? 27 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a budget used petrol family SUV with 4WD and with good mpg but only have about £4000- 5000 to spend. My ideal would be a Honda CR-V...
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  Do I need headlamp converters to drive my Peugeot 208 GT in France? 25 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am being offered conflicting advice over headlamp adjustment when I go to France. I have a Peugeot 208 GT (2021) with full LED headlamps. One dealer...
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  Can you recommend a family car? 1 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I don't drive a lot, say less than 5,000 miles per year, and have a budget around £10,000. The car is mainly for social use, I drive at most twice per...
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  Should I buy a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate? 8 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I've been offered a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate with low mileage (65,000 miles), one owner from new (owner is retiring from driving) for £700. It drives...
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  Could you recommend a safe, reliable car for £2000? 12 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My son is starting his first job and needs something to use to commute 35 miles each way via the M25. His budget is £2000. I expect him to drive about...
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  I'm 70 soon, how can I renew my licence when the DVLA haven't sent me an application? 6 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My 70th birthday is coming up in June but I've not received an application form from DVLA to renew my licence. I also want to renew my C1 and D1 categories....
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  Is the Ford Fiesta a worthy purchase? 3 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  The newest Ford Fiesta looks perfect for me. Not ST-line though. Have you driven the standard one on 15 and 16-inch wheels? If so, which is more fun?
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  Can I go for a drive as long as I don't leave my car? 1 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Is there anything I can do to make sure my car runs fine if I do not use it over the next few weeks? It was reported in the newspaper last week that it...
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  Can we drive somewhere less local to walk our dogs? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We have four working dogs who need a good walk/run every day. We live on an estate and there is nowhere they can have a good run and exercise. Are we allowed...
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  Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, can I drive my car without tax in order to get it MoT'd? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My car has been SORN'd and off the road for the last three years or so. I now intend to put it back on the road but it has no tax. Due to the Covid-19...
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  How can I solve the problem of a sticky steering wheel? 18 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Golf and have a problem which has been ongoing for the past few weeks with a steering wheel that becomes sticky after about 20 minutes...
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  Honest driver with 25-years no claims - why are my premiums so expensive? 15 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My renewal has come up, and I have been quoted £400 fully comp, I have clean license of 25 years, never had an accident in my life except a puncture. And...
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  My boyfriend used my car without telling me and had an accident - am I liable for this? 2 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My boyfriend used my car without telling me. Guess what? I got a call that he had an accident - what do I do? Am I now liable for this?