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  What vehicle can cope with towing and long distance travelling? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We’re farmers and need to tow up to 2.5tons (trailer plus up to several cattle). The farm has a 4.0-litre diesel 2007 Range Rover Sport which has a number...
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  What should I buy as a new tow car? 20 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a diesel 2013 Audi Avant A6. It's a 2.0 TDI 177PS for towing our relatively small Eriba Troll (1000kg). The A6 is used mainly for long...
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  Best car for £2500 for towing? 21 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a car for around £2500 that is comfortable and practical. Ideally, I'd like a 2.0-litre diesel as I tow a trailer regularly. I've...
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  Can electric cars be towed? 6 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  If an electric vehicle stops, for what ever reason, mechanical or run out of power - is it true they cannot be towed?
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  Would you recommend a Tiguan? 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a used 4x4 for towing, with plenty of passenger space and a large boot. Should I get a Volkswagen Tiguan? If so, should I get a petrol...
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  Why is my Passat emitting so much smoke? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel (2007). However, the car has started discharging smoke whenever it is stood idle for a couple of minutes. It also happens...
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  Buying a used 4x4 without DPF 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to but a used diesel 4x4 for towing that does not have a DPF. The car would need to have a kerbweight of at least 1800kg for safe towing...
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  Seven seater tow car 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need a reliable seven seater which will tow my caravan, 1300kg. I have 6-7k to spend. You've always come up with winners in the past, what would you...
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  Can you tow away a car that's been parked on your drive? 26 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Could I, although a lawyer, offer a practical response to the reader's problem of a car unlawfully parked on their drive? First, physically block the car...
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  On a budget of £14,000 what small diesel SUV can offer a spacious boot, 4WD and tow 1080kg? 14 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We are undecided between a Ford Kuga 2.0d, a Nissan Qashqai 1.6-2.0d and a Kia Sportage 2.0d. We would consider petrol if it was economical enough, or...
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  Does the Mazda CX-5 suffer from DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel automatic (2WD). I have two questions :- (a) Will the above vehicle be adequate to tow a caravan, 1300kgs...
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  What's the best car for towing a horse trailer? 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a 4x4 with good suspension (for off road/bumpy unmade roads), to tow a horse trailer - approx 2300kg weight gross (including two horses)....
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  Should I worry about DPF and DMF? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a June 2010 C Max, manual, 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (136PS) - DW10, old model, with DMF and am pretty certain a DPF. The car has done 34k and I usually...
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  Which large diesel 4x4 should I buy for towing a boat? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to replace my car with a 2.0-litre or 2.5-litre diesel 4x4 to tow a light boat and I'm unsure what to buy. The village we live in is approached...
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  Choosing a Renault Scenic automatic 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Have compared new C-MAX 2.0 diesel and current Scenic and found C-MAX seats uncomfortable therefore thinking of choosing Scenic automatic. Have test driven...
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  Freelander or Discovery - towing ability. 10 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We need to replace our old Discovery (terminal MOT failure). Looking at Land Rover's spec's, both diesels are capable of pulling 2000Kg, however my wife...
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  Is there an inherent problem with the fitting of towbars to ESP-equipped cars like our Skoda Yeti? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Is this an accident waiting to happen? I recently took delivery of a Skoda Yeti with which I am delighted. I had opted for factory tow bar preparation...
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  Cruiser control 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have purchased a Toyota LandCruiser LC 3.0 diesel automatic for towing our caravan. It was registered in November 2008. I am getting quite reasonable...
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  Should I be concerned about buying a high mileage Hyundai Santa Fe? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I’m thinking of buying a Hyundai Santa Fe diesel, (to tow a caravan) which is 2.5 years old with full service history and 51000 miles. Should I be concerned...
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  What's the best all-season tyre for towing a caravan? 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to improve my winter caravan towing performance by fitting all season tyres to my car. I know that they would not be as good as winter specific...