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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... -
Benefits of upgrading my carburettor 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a B reg Mercedes-Benz 190 2.0-litre carburetter model with only 26,000 genuine miles and have since done another 15,000. Everything... -
I need a new company car for high mileage driving - what do you suggest? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I do about 25,000 miles a year and I need to replace my 250,000 miles V70, which will be very, very sad. I could go for a company car (a manual Insignia)... -
Do all insurance companies give discounts for fitting winter tyres? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I renewed my car insurance automatically in mid-October without speaking to my insurance company, Toyota Insurance. I phoned them three weeks later to... -
Are all-weather tyres adequate for use in snow, or should I fit dedicated winter tyres? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a set of Pirelli Scorpion STR tyres on a Volvo XC70. I discussed winter tyres with my local tyre dealer last year and he pointed out that Scorpions... -
Can you recommend a good car with easy access for elderly drivers? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband (aged 86) is finding it increasingly difficult to get in and out of our rather low-slung Vauxhall Vectra Club, so we are looking for a used... -
What makes an ex-police car such a good deal? 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
Can you please explain why various police forces have to purchase Mercedes-Benz and BMW cars when a Ford Mondeo Estate will do (almost) exactly the same... -
Can you recommend a solid, reliable family estate car for £10,000? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Which car would you recommend as good, solid, reliable family estate that is comfortable and will go on forever? I have in mind Audi, Mercedes-Benz and... -
I'm at a loss when it comes to options and trims. Any advice? 8 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
We are both in our 70s and live in Somerset where these are very narrow lanes etc. We go to Cardiff frequently so motorway driving and a bit of city. We... -
Why don't keyless keys have an on/off switch? 8 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
It seems that keyless entry cars are being stolen at an alarming rate and that you recommend Faraday bags to put the keys in. Is there some technical reason... -
A new car for twins... 1 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are expecting twins later in the year and my 10 year old Golf GTI (which I cherish) won't cut the mustard. We live in London, with on street parking,... -
Audi A5 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe? 15 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
First of all would like to thank you and your website for its considerable useful info and I am an avid follower of the website and find it very informative... -
Will short journeys in a diesel car cause issues? 3 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Mercedes SLK diesel roadster. Will making multiple short journeys of 5-10 miles cause a problem with the exhaust system? If so, would some... -
I have £12k to replace my aging E-Class Estate - what reliable, diesel Estate do you suggest? 22 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2011 Mercedes E250 CDI Estate, which has nearly done 100,000 miles. I do around 24,000 miles a year, mainly commuting on B roads to... -
Which comfortable car offers good performance in snow? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I had a new 2008 A5 3.0TDI Quattro. However I was very disappointed with the car's performance in the December 2010 snow, compared to my wife's 2002 Audi... -
Can I buy an electric or hybrid car for £4000? 10 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a small electric or hybrid car, for under £4k, which can travel say 150-200 miles on a full charge and is auto. What would you recommend... -
My Toyota Auris has weak headlights, what can I do? 7 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 65 plate 2016 Toyota Auris Touring Sports Hybrid. I'm extremely happy with it with one exception, the headlights. They are dangerously weak, especially... -
Can I fit 235/55/R17 tyres to my Volkswagen Passat? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volkswagen Passat Estate. My local tyre seller has said it is ok to fit 235/55/R17s and replace the existing 215/55/R17. Is he right? -
I received my new driving licence within a few days - is this unusual? 6 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I received a reminder from the DVLA to renew my licence on Monday 25 April. I did it online the same day and returned my old licence to Swansea. The new... -
Why has my insurance shot up by 60% this year? 1 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
Both my car insurance and breakdown cover are due this month, and both prices have increased by a massive 60%? What on earth is going on?