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Audi won't repair A4 under warranty due to modified ECU - what can I do? 11 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have an 18 month old Audi A4 2.0 TFSI with 13,000 miles on the clock. Recently the engine lost compression so I took it to a local Audi dealer and they... -
What is the advantage of low profile tyres on large alloy rims? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Changing my Volvo V70's winter 16-inch steel rims and Cooper ‘WeatherMaster Snow’ 205/55 R16 tyres back to the factory 17-inch alloy rims with Pirelli... -
Why doesn't my local council fit time-controlled traffic lights outside a school instead of speed humps? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I presume that the proposal of road humps in Park Avenue, Stourport on Severn is made to ensure the safety of children at the new Primary School. I support... -
Why doesn't anyone make a V6-engine family car any more? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my car in 2012. I currently have a 2004 MG ZS 180 five door which has covered 255,000 miles and has been a brilliant car in its... -
I sold my BMW and it broke down on the new owner. What's the likelihood of being sued? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I sold my car to a really nice guy who drove it round the block. I suggested going further to "open it up a bit" and he went a little more, but not far.... -
I agree that some police forces and safety partnerships appear motivated by earning revenue. 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Good to hear you on Radio 4's The Today Programme this morning. I have a good example of the revenue-earning motives of the police and safety partnerships.... -
How do I fight an unfair parking ticket on private land? 20 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Please can you advise me the best way to appeal a car park charge, when it was on private land with a ticket machine that only accepts debit cards and... -
Dealer has added paint protection treatment without me asking for it, what are my rights? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a Ford Fiesta ST, which I was pleased to find as the model is being phased out and the specific car and options combination may be... -
Should I buy a used Jaguar I-Pace or Porsche Taycan? 1 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a new Nissan Leaf Tekna in November and am very pleased apart from the range. In real terms I can only go around 45-50 miles and back unless... -
Cars keep parking over our driveway and blocking us coming and going. What can I do? 10 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I live next door to a children's day nursery. For the most part, this is fine. Unfortunately, some parents park over my drive. I was late for a dental... -
My used car warranty doesn't cover lack of smartphone connectivity. Is this fair? 19 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
The PCM (Porsche Communication Management) system in my recently purchased 997.2 is quite capable of interfacing with a smartphone, but it doesn't. I'm... -
My insurer are refusing to cover my new car - what should I do? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a MINI Cooper insured with Lancaster insurance (cheapest by far) and I'm due to have a baby, so it's not practical anymore. I've got a BMW 1 Series... -
Buying a new small car - what would you recommend? 13 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a small car that will fit three kids in the back. It has to have decent performance and lots of gadgets - climate control and parking sensors... -
Flooded vent well has caused £3700 of damage to our 207 - what are our rights? 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Mother's 44 month old Peugeot 207 needs some serious repairs (over £3500 worth of work) due to the starter motor wire burnt in PSFI requires replacing.... -
Can you improve your fuel economy by changing your driving style? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I suppose it's fair to say that all the EU fuel efficiency tests are carried out in the way described on the car fuel data glossary at www.directgov.co.uk... -
Coolant leak on a 207 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our car is a Peugeot 207 1.4. Bought it after reading all your reviews which are SO helpful. We recently had a service and were notified 'coolant housing... -
Must I go through an insurance claim after damaging another car, or can I pay for the damage myself? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bumped a girl's Volkswagen Polo in an the work car park on the near-side wing. I have stated that I would pay for the damage I had caused rather than... -
Why are no small city cars available with a decent automatic transmission? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Don't you think it's about time that the manufacturers produced an autotrans that was suited to small/city cars? It seems crazy to me that Mercedes-Benz,... -
Why are my Volkswagen Passat's doors locking automatically? 18 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2007 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI DSG in July 2009. It had done 26,000 miles and is a great car, except for one fault that the Volkswagen dealer... -
My Chevrolet Lacetti is suffering from an engine problem - can I return it to the dealer? 14 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2006/ 06 plate Chevrolet Lacetti 1600 4 door saloon from a reputable dealer local to myself. It had a genuine mileage of 14,000. Seven days...
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