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Is a normal hybrid or PHEV better for stop start driving in traffic? 1 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a daily commute of approximately 14 miles each way in traffic. I am thinking of buying a hybrid - possibly a Kia Niro. Given the stop-start nature... -
What's the better choice - petrol or diesel? 31 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am 64 and want to buy my final car. I can’t make my mind up between petrol and diesel but would like a car with top spec used up to £20k. Will diesel... -
How long do I need to drive at speed to get the DPF to regenerate? 25 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I owned an Evoque that had issues with the DPF. But when a diesel flags up that the DPF needs a regen, how long time or distance wise do you have to get... -
What is the long term battery life on a BMW i3? 31 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is there any information available yet regarding the degradation or actual battery life of the BMW i3? I drive the 94Ah range extender on a (66) plate.... -
Are there any seven seat hybrids? 29 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a possible replacement to my current seven-seater Toyota Verso. Are there any hybrids? Fuel efficiency will be really helpful. If it drives... -
Do 'no smoke' treatments actually work? 1 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise me on Wynns Stop Smoke oil treatment or similar products. Do they actually work? I have a diesel and have been told it needs either a new... -
What's a good small automatic that's economical and reliable? 25 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of around £4k and am looking for a small automatic that will mostly do city driving and school runs for my wife. I have read that MMT (Yaris)... -
Are there set workshop times for specific jobs? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Are there official times for specific jobs on a Volkswagen T5 Transporter? I have been charged what I think is an excessive price for changing the fuel... -
I need a heavy duty pick-up. Does anything exist in the UK? 1 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a pick-up truck that can carry a 1.5 tonne load, in the shape of an American slide-in demountable camper. All of the pick-ups available... -
I've not had to top up the oil in my Peugeot 308 in between services - is something wrong with it? 6 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a Peugeot 308. I have done 20,000 miles since I bought it, total mileage is 40,000, and I had the engine oil changed twice. I'm concerned that I... -
Do you know how much my 1991 Volkswagen Golf Driver is worth? 11 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I own a 1991 Volkswagen Golf Driver Mk2 1.8. It's done 73,000 miles and has had one previous owner. I've spent £2000. Do you have any idea of what it's... -
Why is my car having issues since I used Redex petrol cleaner? 22 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
When I first start my 2001 Ford Mondeo in the morning it is great, however when the engine warms up I start having problems. It doesn't matter what gear... -
What petrol SUV/crossover would you suggest for the best mpg? 22 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
We're looking for a petrol automatic SUV/crossover with good mpg and fully spec'd for short daily use, with occasional long journeys. We are looking at... -
Is there an inherent flaw with the Volvo V40? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
Our two year old Volvo V40 2.0 has been in the garage for nine weeks undergoing tests and repair for an emission problem. We have been told that there... -
Should my Audi A4 Allroad have the emissions fix? 25 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have just received a recall for my Audi A4 Allroad to have the NOx fix. The letter clearly states that following the modification there will be "no negative... -
Lambda warning light - what does it mean? 19 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volvo 960 and the lambda warning light keeps coming on. My local garage reset the system, but the light came back after 100 miles. Any idea what's... -
What would be a reliable diesel family car? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a reliable diesel family car. It should be no older than 2013, less than 40,000 miles and we have an £8000 budget. Can you please advise... -
Why does my Peugeot 407 run rough every 450 miles? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Peugeot 407 HDi and every 450 miles the engine runs rough for 10 miles/minutes, i.e will not maintain constant revs when cruising.... -
Best used car for fuel economy? 27 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at possibly getting a new(er) car to replace my Mk2 Volkswagen Golf that averages at about 25mpg. I'm looking for an automatic that gets better... -
Volkswagen Polo won't start 13 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2003 Volkswagen Polo. It has a 1.4 petrol engine, automatic gearbox and has covered 90,000 miles. Recently it developed an intermittent start-up...
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