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What's the best battery to have in an infrequently used car? 17 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Mazda MX-5 is used only at weekends and often even less frequently. It's parked on the street. Over Christmas/New Year, the battery went flat and had... -
Why are speed humps installed in places where slowing down can encourage pedestrians to cross the road? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had a near miss last week due to a speed hump. The ones near where I work in Kempston have tiled tops and are breaking up. I braked approaching one and... -
Why won't BMW repair my 5 Series Touring's bumper paintwork fault under warranty? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My BMW 5 Series Touring has developed a paintwork fault on the rear bumper. A patch of lacquer about the size of a 50p piece has peeled away. I sought... -
Bling and buy sales 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
The internet is awash with complaints across the world that appear to relate to the combination of 19" wheels and low profile runflat tyres. I have never... -
Peugalist 5 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
After reading your glowing review of the Peugeot 205 GTi we bought ourselves a Phase 1 205 CTi - a 1986, C plate car and we're really pleased with it;... -
White fan drivers 29 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 Peugeot 307 HDI and occasionally the fan comes on during and after driving for no apparent reason. This would last for between 10 and 15... -
Key issued 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am in total sympathy with J.K., who was quoted £160 for a replacement remote key for his Ford Fiesta. My husband recently purchased an 09 Ford Focus... -
Problems with Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTi SRI 17 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for some advice in regards to my wife's 2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTi SRI. Seven days ago the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve was replaced... -
Do I need an E5 additive for my classic Daimler? 4 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am fortunate to have and look after a 1969 Daimler Sovereign (420). I am having to use E5 fuel and would appreciate your guidance on which additive(s)... -
What octane petrol should I use in my JCW MINI? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
What octane petrol should I use in my John Cooper Works MINI? The handbook recommends Super Plus, with 98 RON. One of the leading supermarkets sell a 97... -
How can we look after our car if we're quarantined for three months? 18 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
As we (both in our 70s) will be self isolating for three months, what is the best thing to do to look after our cars? We have a Volvo V70 D4 and a Seat... -
Are there any battery-powered dash cams? 5 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
Are there any dash cams which do not require a trailing power lead? Presumably a model with a built-in, rechargeable battery? -
What's the correct pressure for a winter tyre? 16 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently had four winter tyres and steel rims fitted to my B-Class by a Mercedes-Benz dealer as per their suggestion. However, I found the noise they... -
What are the dangers of buying a low mileage Golf? 22 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a low mileage 15 month old Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Tdi SE DSG by a franchised but non-Volkswagen dealer. The car is £15,000 and has 3500... -
Where can I get a dent in my Nissan Note repaired? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a second owner of a 2011 Nissan Note purchased in May 2012. During the annual waxing in June this year (as advised under the 3-year warranty) I noticed... -
LPG conversion not fit for purpose - what should I do? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I had my Talbot motor home LPG converted by a registered garage. I was told the BRC system was the best and at considerable expense authorised the conversion.... -
What can I do to protect my car from bird droppings? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have a carport which, in our East of Scotland winters, is beneficial for our two vehicles as early morning there is no problem with ice and snow. However... -
What has caused my Mercedes-Benz A180 to develop three faulty brake light switches? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Two days after buying a new Mercedes-Benz A180 in 2010, messages came up on the dash saying "ESP & runflat indicator not operative". The Mercedes garage... -
Replacement for a Berlingo Multispace? 11 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Currently drive 2003 Citroen Berlingo Multispace 2.0 HDI diesel. Have had it from new and done 107k. Like: Reliability, quirky French utilitarian character,... -
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...