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N/A - LFB Left foot braking autos HJ column 15 Oct 2019 (Forum)
. Every year, dozens, if not scores of pedestrians are killed by foolish, arrogant, or otherwise deluded elderly drivers who do not have the cranial capacity or co-ordination to properly control their limbs. We did some tests in a C63 AMG at Mercedes Benz World in May this year and by left foot -
Should I change my insurer or stick with my current policy provider at renewal time? 9 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
My multi-car insurance policy is coming up for renewal with Aviva, who I have been with for years. My renewal is £447, so I went online and found LV's... -
I was fined $510 for speeding in New Zealand - do I have to pay it? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I was pinged by a police car while overtaking in New Zealand and incurred a $510 and 28 day driving suspension. My licence will be posted to my home address... -
Is there a way of establishing the name/location of previous owners of the car that I've bought? 18 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a 1990 SAAB 900. On the V5 Doc it states that it has had 6 previous owners. I have extensive paperwork from day 1, but can only see details... -
Should I get a diesel car if I only do 8000 miles per year? 15 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG Estate diesel for £18,000. I don't know whether or not it's a good buy with the new diesel regulations.... -
Bought a clocked car - can I reject it? 19 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class from a garage. The car was advertised with 28,000 miles on the clock, but when I checked the paperwork I... -
How do I choose the quietest, softest riding tyre? 13 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Mercedes-Benz C-Class came on 17-inch alloys with Michelin Primacy HP 225/45 R17- 91W tyres, which are hard, noisy and very uncomfortable. I’m considering... -
Worried about quality when buying used merc c-class 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy used Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate as a family car which I plan to own for 10 years or so. I've been looking at lower mileage (<80k) older... -
European Car of the Year 25 Nov 2002 (Forum)
pt 1969: Fiat 128 235 pt 1970: Citroën GS 233 pt 1971: Fiat 127 239 pt 1972: Audi 80 114 pt 1973: Mercedes-Benz 450 115 pt 1974: Citroën CX 229 pt 1975: * 1976: Simca 1307/1308 192 pt 1977: Rover 3500 157 pt 1978: Porsche 928 261 pt 1979: Simca Horizon 251 pt 1980: Lancia Delta 369 pt 1981 -
My car was repaired poorly after an accident - can I get it repaired elsewhere and claim the money from the insurer? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
My Mercedes-Benz was damaged whilst parked recently. The other driver admitted liability, and a claim form was submitted to his insurer (AXA). I returned... -
I am being harassed by Town and City Parking over a car that I don't own - what should I do? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
You say that Parking Eye is the company about whom you receive the most complaints. How about TCP (Town and City) Parking? These people are based in... -
I urge fellow motorists to consider buying older cars, such as my 1996 BMW 328i. 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I always read with interest the letters you publish, yet find myself exasperated by the cost of even modest modern motors. It is many years since I purchased... -
I'd like to buy a MINI or Audi A3 for a 14-mile commute - will a diesel be reliable for such short journeys? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
Now that a nice lady has written off my Mercedes-Benz SLK I am looking to replace it with a diesel convertible. Due to the weather I haven't been able... -
My 2005 Volkswagen Passat is suffering lots of faults - are they notoriously unreliable? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
In February 2009 I bought a 2005 55 Volkswagen Passat Estate 2.0TDI SE from a dealer with 70,000 miles on the clock. I do about 20-25,000 miles a year... -
Which automatic family car for my Dad? 18 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Dad needs an automatic and was looking at a KIA Sportage 2wd diesel auto because of its 7-year warranty, which is about £18,000 new. Then he saw a Mercedes-Benz... -
Can you recommend a replacement for our Honda Accord which has a more comfortable ride? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Honda Accord which I find has a very hard ride. Any rough surface or small potholes cause discomfort, particularly for my wife who has a... -
Dealer said my tyres need changed due to cracks on the surface. Is this a con? 22 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I took my Mercedes E-Class for its MOT at my local Mercedes dealer. I received a strange phone call from the tyre department advising me that my rear two... -
Which car should I buy for motorway commuting? 5 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a car for motorway commuting and I am spiralling down an endless rabbit hole of options! I drive around 500 miles a week - a mix of 80%... -
Is it wise to sell a classic car at an auction with no reserve price? 2 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have inherited two Mercedes-Benz Pagoda. One is a white manual 230SL made in 1964 with with previous owners and 75,000 miles. The second is a 1970 280SL... -
What's the best medium sized van to buy to pull a trailer? 22 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy two 3.5t vans. They will be running very heavy using the entire payload most of the time. Usually long journeys with a mixture of country...