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Why aren't overhead gantries used to tell drivers to keep to the inside lane on motorways? 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
The sheer arrogance of NH beggars belief. He seems to believe that he and his CLOG members have a divine right to force other motorway users to undertake... -
What's your view on left-foot braking when driving an automatic? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
For many years I have driven automatic cars and have always used my left foot for braking, I understand that you recently published an item on which foot... -
Would you recommend the Lexus RX400h as a particularly soft ride? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a result of a domestic accident, my wife seriously feels pain every time I drive over a matchstick so I need a very, very soft ride for her. I have... -
Mad World 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Why is the DVLA so difficult to deal with? My driving licence is registered to one of two addresses I live at. I thought for simplicity I would get the... -
Forty Grand Tourer 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to decide between buying a BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 530d or a BMW 5 Series Touring 530d. At the weekend, I need a car for trips to the tip... -
Should I buy my daughter a small car to learn in, and which one? 14 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently have an 06 Audi A8 automatic, but my daughter is now learning to drive. Should I sell the Audi and buy a nice car for both of us, or buy her... -
How should I drive my Citroen C5 diesel in order to avoid potential DPF problems? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
A couple of months ago, I bought a secondhand 2007 Citroen C5 2.0 HDi auto. This is obviously a rep's car, given the 72,000 miles on the clock. Again,... -
What's my Volkswagen Urban Fox worth, and what could I replace it with? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 (07) 1.2 Volkswagen Urban Fox. I have had the car from new and have recently begun to drive around 25,000 per annum. Given my current mileage... -
More doors 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I’m struggling to get any enthusiasm over my next car, can you help? My current car is a BMW 330CD M-Sport, two-door coupe, which is nearly five years... -
I reversed over a child's bike which had been left behind my car - am I liable? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I popped in to visit a friend and was there for 10 minutes. When I left the house, I got into my car, checked my rear view mirror and side mirrors and... -
Car sharing schemes 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
In your column you frequently mention that certain parts are used by more than one manufacturer (eg: old Ford Galaxy/VW Sharan/SEAT Alhambra), and some... -
Can I switch to an Irish driving licence to avoid a speeding fine? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was caught doing 105mph in a 60mp limit two days ago. I have a clean licence but have just passed my test four weeks ago. Can I quickly exchange my licence... -
Why does my Ford Focus lose power? Is it related to replacing the turbocharger? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a V-reg Ford Focus 1.8 TDi. The turbo went and covered the whole engine in oil, so I had that replaced and the engine cleaned off, but now i have... -
Have you heard of an anti-skid system issue with the Volvo XC70? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
While driving in Greece recently, my 2005, 45,000-mile Volvo XC70 2.4 D5 flashed up 'Anti Skid Service Required'. On reaching home 1500 miles later, with... -
What's my legal position following a dangerous engine fault on my Peugeot 307 SW? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 307 SW was purchased from a Peugeot main agent some three months back with 32,000 miles recorded. On two occasions sudden power loss has been... -
FIAT controller 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought an ex-showroom FIAT Bravo 1.6 Multijet with Dualogic transmission in August 2009 with 400 miles. For 35 years I have always driven automatics... -
Partic bristle 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Family members are the victim of the diesel particle filter fiasco. They have a '56 registered Vauxhall Zafira 1.9CDtI SRI150 with 40,000 miles on the... -
Which economical car would you recommend for 10-15,000 miles per year? 9 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I drive approximately 10-15,000 miles a year and need to buy a car to use for work. Size doesn't matter, and performance is not top of my priorities. However... -
Where can I get cheap insurance for my 17-year-old son on a Ford Ka? 28 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 17-year-old son is about to take his driving test. I have a Space Wagon so obviously it would be impossible to insure him on that. I am looking to buy... -
Slightly vogue 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am faced with a dilemma that I hope you may be able to help me resolve. I am the proud owner of a 2004 Range Rover Vogue automatic that I have owned...