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Is DPF technology improving in modern diesel cars? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
A few days ago the BBC R4 ‘You & Yours’ programme had a feature on DPF problems. It said that the Salvation Army, which apparently runs 700 company cars,... -
Best value car to replace my Citroen C2? 1 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace my Citroen C2 1.4 HDi with a slightly larger and more comfortable new car. I've had it for four years and am averaging 70-75mpg... -
Is there a good substitute for Renault's discontinued Clio Sport Tourer? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Renault Clio Sport Tourer 1.5 DCI Dynamique. I would gladly replace it with another but am disappointed to learn that the Sport Tourer will... -
Lack of torque in a Sorento 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned two Kia Sorentos for ten years, and have been very satisfied with them driving over 200k miles. At 60k miles in my second one, I experienced... -
Why do motorcycles illegally use loud exhausts to warn drivers of their presence? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
You responded to PB of Newcastle upon Tyne by saying that noisy exhausts prevent motorcyclist injuries. Noisy exhausts are antisocial and in most cases... -
DPF warning light - what do I do? 9 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a Suzuki Grand Vitara since Oct 2012 - It is now out of warranty. I live in the Yorkshire Dales and I'd had enough of getting stuck the wrong... -
Should I buy an ex-American police Interceptor? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am seriously considering buying an American police Interceptor Ford Crown Victoria. They are available in plain colours without all the police regalia.... -
Can I remove the DPF from my Jaguar XF? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Jaguar XF 2.7 Diesel and probably do too many short runs for the diesel particulate filter, averaging only 8000 miles a year. So far the light... -
Ibiza DSG gearbox causing problems 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Several months ago I bought a 2011 SEAT Ibiza 1.2tsi with the seven speed dsg gearbox as a replacement for my diesel Focus, as I do a lot of town driving... -
Buying a small car for town? 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife does 12,500 miles annually which is entirely urban short distances (community nurse). I would like to get her a car which would cost me ideally... -
What is causing my daughter's Ford Ka to over-rev when idling? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a 2004 Ford Ka. It has developed an intermittent fault whereby it will often over-rev when idling or rev in "pulses" as if someone is fanning... -
Which new car for a 66-year-old with 2 hip replacements? 19 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 5-door diesel Yoyota Yaris which I like very much. I have recently had a second hip replacement and am wondering if it is time to consider... -
Why do HGVs insist on overtaking each other on motorways? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
In response to "NH" (Honest John, 5 January), what purpose is served by one 40 tonne, 56 mph vehicle spending five minutes to overtake an identical behemoth... -
Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great... -
Toyota Yaris - Hybrid or petrol? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently changed my 10 year old Mercedes C-Class for a new Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVR-I Edition, purely on the grounds of economy, such as no road tax in the... -
Why is the oil level rising in my Honda Civic diesel? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Honda Civic 2.2 i-DTEC, which I bought last month with 5800 miles on the clock, appears to be making oil. I have done 700 miles and the level has... -
New car extended warranty - what do you suggest? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently ordered VW Golf 1.4TSI Match through drivethedeal, I have been inspired through your forum and everything till now went fine. I am thinking... -
Why is Mercedes-Benz currently pushing its Euro 6 compliant engines? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercedes-Benz seems to be actively promoting its Euro 6 compliant BluTec diesel engines in favour of the established Euro 5 CDi Blue Efficiency versions... -
Buying used 4007 - should DPF put us off? 20 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are considering buying a used Peugeot 4007 2.2 HDi 156 SE 5dr - 74,500 miles, 07 plate, full Peugeot service history, local car. Recently serviced,... -
Which small automatic for my disabled sister? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 58-year-old sister has MS, and her left leg has recently weakened. She is hoping to qualify for a Motability car, and would welcome your advice on the...
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