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  Can I challenge ULEZ compliance? 13 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has a Merc ML250 Bluetech which has a euro 6 engine and shows emissions of 163 gms/ 100 on the V5C. According to Merc forums many other owners...
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  What use is no claim discount protection in the event of a vehicle theft? 17 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What use is no claim discount protection in the event of a vehicle theft?
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  What's the best first car to buy that's also fun? 10 Feb 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy my first fun car as a 24 year old graduate with a budget of £5-6k. I'm looking for a petrol, manual, hatchback ideally but an estate...
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  Is a manufacturer warranty still valid if a car is serviced outside the dealer network? 14 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am trying to help a friend concerned that a franchised dealer might try to rip him off by demanding the vehicle has its first service done by them to...
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  How do I show my car’s service history? 7 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a near new Volkswagen Golf SV from a well-known nationwide car retailer and, of course, there is no service book now with VW cars. I chose a three-year...
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  Which is better, the new Volkswagen Golf or BMW 1 Series? 13 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2015 Volkswagen Golf with the DSG gearbox, which you have been critical of (but ours has had no trouble). I'm now thinking of a replacement....
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  What is the best used seven-seater under £15,000? 19 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I need a larger car. I have two young children and will soon have newborn twins. Please can you recommend a suitable seven-seater? I would prefer an SUV,...
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  Why do newer Estates sacrifice practicality for design? 21 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Why are car manufacturers making estates that slope down at the rear? Surely they must understand that anyone needing an estate is less interested in something...
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  With EVs, is age or mileage more important on a used model? 8 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at a used electric vehicle. I would spend up to £9000, which bring five year old cars into range e.g. Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf. Can you...
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  Can you recommend a car that fits my long list of requirements? 1 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used car, SUV or Estate. I'd like it to have the following: torque converter auto gearbox, spare wheel or spacesaver, decent performance...
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  Is the 40 years tax exemption from the date of manufacture or the date of registration? 23 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  After 40 years vehicles are exempt from road fund tax? Is the 40 years from the date of manufacture or the date of registration?
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  When will my 1981 MGB become classed as a historic vehicle? 20 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My MGB Roadster was registered 01-01-1981. What date will it be eligible to be classed as a historic vehicle?
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  Can you recommend a plug-in hybrid hatchback with space for children's car seats? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Volkswagen Golf currently but need to change. I drive under 5000 miles annually, mostly around town. I need space for grandchildren in car seats...
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  Which is the best dash cam to buy? 18 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Which is the best dash cam to buy?
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  Should I haggle for a second hand car? 16 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a 2016 or 2017 Renault Clio and have spotted a few suitable models in local dealers. On a couple of occasions now, I have test driven...
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  Can you suggest a petrol pick-up truck? 28 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a great Mitsubishi L200 pickup, which is pre-DPF. I'm now looking to change it, but I only do 5000 - 6000 miles per year, which are mostly short...
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  Should I buy another Transit to use as a campervan? 15 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My old 2002 Ford Transit has given up the ghost - I used it privately as a campervan. Given the current situation with diesel engines am I being silly...
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  Should I get a Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost or 1.6 petrol Powershift? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering a new/used Ford Fiesta Powershift but my local independent garage (very experienced and trustworthy) has warned me off the 1.0 Ecoboost...
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  Is the Lexus CT200 a wise used buy? 10 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a newer car and have a budget of up to £11,000. I do a daily round trip of 45 miles: a mixture of dual carriageway, A road and town...
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  Should I buy a Lada Niva 4x4 14 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I spend a fair bit of time in rural Bulgaria. The hire cars are expensive and not up to road conditions of rutted cart tracks. I notice that most neighbours...