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  Can you explain the terms CVT and torque converter? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are both nearly 70. I don't understand the terms 'CVT' and 'torque converter'. What matters to us is how hill starts are carried out. Could...
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  Problem with a Mazda 121 automatic 17 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda 121 (1997) 1.25 Zetec (which looks a lot like the old ford Fiesta to me). It's an automatic but recently its developed a problem on its...
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  Can you recommend a new automatic hatchback for an annual mileage of 6000? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new automatic 5-door hatchback that is comfortable for four people, economical and has good acceleration - diesel or petrol, annual...
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  4x4 or MPV? 24 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a 2008 or 2009 Honda CRV auto or Ford Galaxy diesel automatic. 4 large adults, occasional 5th passenger and a very large dog! Have...
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  Automatic car, cheap to insure and safe 17 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Following being involved in a collision deemed as my fault my insurance is about to rocket. I am still within my first year of driving and am so worried...
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  Second hand family car 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Many thanks for your help on buying my last car. I have a £5k budget and I have no prejudice against any particular car maker; I do however require plenty...
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  Wee automatics - HJ opinion? 29 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Head says ... buy Mazda 2 auto Heart says ... buy Suzuki Swift SZ4 auto Have Suzuki sorted the autobox issues on motorway raised in your review? PS:...
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  Buying a used large family car, what would you recommend? 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  To replace a company car, I will be buying a used large family car. It needs to be automatic, with low depreciation over two years as I only intend to...
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  Car for partly disabled driver 2 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My sister-in-law is partly disabled with spine problems that cause left foot drop. She currently has an ex-mobility 06 plate Nissan Micra automatic which...
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  I'm looking for a reliable automatic car for £3500 - would you suggest the Honda Jazz? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have been looking at buying a used car now for a few months and finally decided to go for a Corsa or a Fiesta, but when I was out today I saw a Honda...
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  Where can I buy a 500cc automatic microcar in the UK? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Can you still drive a 3-wheeler on provisional licence, as was rumoured long ago? I want to get a cheap secondhand microcar or even a 3-wheeler for my...
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  Advice Verso 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a Toyota Yaris Verso for eight years, but it was discontinued about three years ago. It has proved to be the perfect car with a Tardis like...
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  Retiremumt 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Quick email to ask your opinion on what would be the best automatic cars for my mother to buy? She has just retired and has very bad arthritis so doing...
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  Unstopper bull 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding your article on unintentional acceleration of automatics, the early Lexus LS400 was very prone to this problem where the accelerator pedal would...
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  Sir Walter Rally 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am intrigued by your support for using both feet when driving an automatic. I have tried it and while finding it very strange am sure that in time, like...
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  Sportomatic 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  After much soul searching and having ogled one for years I am struggling to find a Mazda MX-5 with automatic transmission. I believe you can get an imported...
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  Brake fright 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter owns a 2002 Skoda Fabia Automatic and on the whole is quite pleased with it. Recently, however, the car has let her down on four occasions...
• Avensis Auto/Tiptronic - Opinions pls ! 26 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  I am thinking about a buying a current shape Avensis - Haven't driven one yet, but like the look and quality feel of the car, and have heard good reports. I'm hovering between 2.0 D-4D diesel (manual only), or a petrol automatic, as I've mostly had automatic cars over the years, but am also
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  Has there been any reports of 'unintended acceleration' in new BMW? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently purchased a new BMW 3 Series Touring. I have 55 years accident free driving experience, always with manual transmission, and the new car...
• Vauxhall Mokka X - Automatic Gear Box Query 19 Apr 2022 (Forum)
  Hi all, I've had my Mokka X for over a year now and it's the first automatic I've ever had so I can't compare it with any others cars I've had. My main query is about about the smoothness of the lever when changing gear. When I start the car and pull the gear lever backwords from