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• Vauxhall Corsa auto - automatic does not engage reverse unless revved 13 Nov 2011 (Forum)
  My wife's ancient V reg Corsa automatic  is pretty reliable for it's age and regularly goes up and down the M1 between Herts and Yorks. About 70k on the clock Occasionally when engaging reverse it refuses to move without a quick flip on the accelerator after which it performs
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  Automatic handbrake on Grand Scenic 18 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have an intermittent problem with the handbrake on my 2004 Renault Grand Scenic, and Renault say the motor in it is broken. What should I do?
• Renault Megane II (2002 - 2008) - Automatic Wipers 10 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Hello there folks, Following on from the "Switches and controls you like-dislike" thread, I'd appreciate some advice please. I have a 2003 Megane Expression and find the automatic wipers fairly infuriating. If it's just spitting with rain, they often flap about the screen like John McCrirrick
• Advice about broken 1988 volvo Automatic 10 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  Can anyone help? I have a 1988 Volvo Automatic 2.3 Estate which has been with my mechanic (who I have known for over 30 years) since the beginning of February because it keeps stalling. He has done everything to get it running including change two petrol pumps, renewed the distributor and wiring
• What's the history of folding tin tops? 25 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  Who made the first proper automatic folding metal roof ? When I say proper , I mean like in the Mercedes Benz SLK and (latest) SL, not like the automatic "targa" roofed Honda CRX of the early-mid nineties. I vaguely recall seeing some American cars of the Fifties/Sixties that had folding
• Merc C320 Automatic fault 30 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, I have a 2001 (new shape) Merc C320 Automatic (Tiptronic), fantastic car but with one intermittent problem which Mercedes cannot cure, and does not seem to get logged in the onboard fault recording. When starting the car and moving from P to D on the gears the car jolts into gear and when
• Running in an Automatic 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I have checked all the FAQ info and done a search on the techie threads, but there does not seem to be an answer to running in a new automatic. My other half (Anne) has bought a sparkly Honda CRV auto for collection on Friday from Bob Gerard (very nice and helpful people) and is wanting to know how
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  Did you know that a former police officer has been disputing your advice regarding left-foot braking in automatics? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I thought you would be interested in the views of a listener to LBC, identified as ‘Roy of South Morden’ and his opinion of your advice about driving an...
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  What automatic SUV would you recommend for frequent short journeys? 4 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Which SUV auto is good for me? I do more short runs every week, around 120 miles.
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  What's the best used, medium-sized SUV? 17 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have £19,000 to spend. Can you tell me what's the best used medium-sized SUV with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox?
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  Nissan Note Acenta Premium vs Note Tekna - what's the difference? 26 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me the difference between the Nissan Note Tekna and Acenta Premium?
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  Are all Land Rovers now automatics? 9 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering replacing my Freelander and would like another Land Rover. I would like another manual but it would seem that most models are now automatic....
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  What's the best small SUV? 31 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Although I love my Nissan Qashqai my wife would prefer a slightly smaller SUV. The car must be an automatic and as comfortable as the Qashqai with similar...
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  The auto gearbox in my Ford S-Max has failed - should Ford take liability? 21 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford S-Max needs a new automatic gearbox at three years, 47,000 miles. Ford will not accept liability. How should I proceed?
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  Which small car is best for driving in Spain? 18 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a property in Spain and want to buy a new car in Spain to keep there. I require a small automatic, five-door with air con, preferably...
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  Tiguan automatic - should I change the gearbox oil? 23 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan diesel automatic, but I am getting different conflicting information on the gearbox. Is it a DSG? Should the oil and filter...
• Fiat Panda automatic - Summons after admitting guilt at scene? 2 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  ?.. said none relevant to driving and No: just oversensitive accelerator on the automatic....police caller said automatics are the worst. Car uneconomical to repair, so I've a manual Suz Splash now and even took a refresher driving lesson. All fine a month later... Now received Court Summons
• SUVs - Car Specification Options 28 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  My wife and I are elderly and she has severe mobility problems and we are looking for an SUV type car that has soft suspension (probably max 16" wheels), is automatic and, as we drive only about 7000 miles a year, a petrol engine. We have decided an SUV will probably best suit the need to carry my
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  Is the Mazda 6 Tourer automatic known for DPF problems? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 Tourer, but the auto version that I want is only available with a diesel engine and 19-inch wheels. Have the DPF problems...
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  Which large comfortable car should I buy? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  At 82 I'm looking to replace my 2003 Honda Civic 1.6 Executive automatic for a larger comfortable car such as a Mercedes-Benz E300 or Lexus with low mileage...