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  • The livid daylights 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Is it still true that we will forced to drive in daylight hours with our headlights on at all times, even in bright sunlight? Seems to be more EU control...
  • The sin of lus 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Recently I purchased an Alfa 159 Lusso JTDM 1.9 SportWagon. Its lovely to drive in every respect, except after 600 miles (3 motorway journeys) all at normal...
  • Unnamed and shamed 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Several months ago I received a speeding ticket for doing 81mph on the A23 (from a mobile camera) not far from where I live. At first I couldn't remember...
  • Maz transport 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I was hoping you could help me. I am looking to buy a new to 1-year old small car for myself and my partner after my Punto Active was hit, and will most...
  • Indian reservations 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2001/51 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It's been a brilliant work horse but sadly is getting more and more expensive to keep on the road and the heating/air...
  • Four by flaw 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently taken delivery of an Audi Q5 2.0 Tdi STronic and whilst delighted with most aspects of the car, fuel consumption is disappointing. I've...
  • Raw ride 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I presently have a 320i BMW Sport Touring, which I bought new in March 04. My wife is finding the ride rather hard now and also the low entry a little...
  • Ice scream 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am driving a hire car, a new (about 1,000 miles) UK Ford Focus with diesel VETEC engine. This evening I noticed a yellow warning light in the speedometer...
  • Vio letta 21 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have today received via Europcar details of an alleged traffic violation in Italy from the Italian Police from September 2008 Can the Italian authorities...
  • Why can't I achieve real world mpg in my Porsche Macan S diesel? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
    In September 2016 I bought a Porsche Macan S diesel. The claimed mpg by Porsche is 46.3. Obviously I did not expect to get anything like this but my normal...
  • Need a car with high suspension and comfortable seats - what do you recommend? 24 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am in my early fifties and have degenerating spinal problems. I currently drive a 2002 Skoda Octavia Elegance 1.9tdi, with 128,000 miles on the clock....
  • I've been stopped for having no insurance whilst test driving a car. Will I lose my licence? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am 18 years and 9 months old. I am the named driver on my uncle's TPFT insurance policy for a 2001 1.4-litre Honda Civic four-door saloon. I was recently...
  • Who provides traffic announcements? 7 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I drive a 2018 Suzuki Vitara which I bought in 2021 and still remember the first time I heard a loud announcement in the car telling me 'Caution, A406...
  • Can I use my Category N write off on the road again? 17 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
    Can I still drive my Cat N car? My car was hit by a police car while it was parked and after 4 months of trying to get them to repair it their insurance...
  • Will my daughter be charged for leaving the scene of an accident? 16 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter was driving home at 3am on Sunday morning in dark rainy conditions, she skidded, lost control and hit the kerb and a traffic light (which was...
  • Why are my tyres wearing out so quickly? 1 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
    I have a BMW X3 M40d purchased November 2019. It's done around 10, 500 miles in that time mostly around town with only a few motorway trips. It's just...
  • I want a diesel, manual estate or hatchback. Could you suggest some models? 12 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
    My 2010 Saab 9-3 Sportwagon has died and we have parted company. I’m struggling to decide what I should buy to replace it. I need a hatch or estate to...
  • I can't get through to the DVLA to sort out my licence renewal. What should I try? 30 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I’ve tried to renew my licence (over 70) online but DVLA can’t match my details to anyone on their database. I have an original paper licence and we have...
  • As long as they don't exit their vehicle, can over 70s still drive when in isolation? 23 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    You gave out info regarding driving while in isolation/over 70's, saying that if taking the car out we could not exit the car for any reason. You said...
  • Can you recommend a petrol crossover or SUV with some guts to get me up the hills where I live? 5 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a 2010 Honda CR-V last year. This was my first purchase after many years of loaning a car. However, I’m a single mum and only do short school...
 

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