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  Looking for the right driving school car 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am 32 years of age and am about to start my career as a Driving Instructor. The company that I've decided to go with does not include a car with its...
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  Reg per minute 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  In the course of an old fogey's refresher driving lesson, a year ago, the Instructor explained the benefits of driving at the optimum rpm – not something...
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  I tried to reapply for my over-70s licence, but apparently I don't need to. What's correct? 1 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I always thought that I needed to reapply for a new driving licence at age 70. I have just attempted to do this, as I reach that age in early July. However,...
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  Which safe 4WD car offers fun, practicality and room for a family? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Mazda MX5, which I love to bits, but which isn't practical as it snows where I live, so the rear wheel drive isn't the best. I thought a 4WD...
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  How can I reduce insurance premiums for my 18-year-old son? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am at a loss at how to proceed. My 18 year-old son has just passed his driving test and no matter which approach I take, quotes are starting at around...
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  Where can I get steel wheels for winter tyres on my Jaguar S-Type? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I cannot agree with you enough about the value of fitting winter tyres. Combine them with sensible driving and who needs a 4x4 for road driving in snow?...
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  Is it legal to drive a car with a broken fog light lens? 17 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have been supplied with a hire car by my employer for work, which was previously used by another employee. It has a front fog lamp with a broken glass...
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  Which tyres should I fit? 13 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for the best tyres for my Kia Sportage. I live in the west of Scotland so lots of rain and frequently drive 4.5 hours to the Highlands. I...
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  Can I drive to an MoT test if the 6-month extension doesn't apply to my vehicle? 27 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a classic car with an expired MoT. It was due in February so the six-month extension doesn’t apply. I had work and an MoT booked at a specialist...
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  BMW 335d X-Drive centre clutch fluid change 29 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  A few days ago in a reply you said to change the fluid in the centre clutch every two-three years on an X-Drive BMW system. Do you have any recommendations...
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  Buying a large family car - any advice? 11 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  At present I am driving a 1.6 diesel Polo but am thinking of buying 2.0 diesel car if you can suggest me best mpg and comfort car to drive?
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  How often should a car be driven? 4 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My father has just had a triple bypass so won't be driving his car. How often do I need to drive it to maintain it? I am especially concerned about the...
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  Replacement for a Zafira 27 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking for a replacement for my Vauxhall Zafira 1.8. I like its high driving position, its luggage capacity, its seating versatility and the audio...
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  Why aren't HGV drivers and TV presenters prosecuted for talking to the camera whilst driving? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Am I an old spoilsport or should the police prosecute all these TV presenters, reporters and now even Eddie Stobart professional HGV drivers for talking...
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  Altering headlights for driving abroad. 9 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Will you tell me how to alter the Bi-Xenon headlamps for driving abroad please. I cannot use the normal light deflectors with these lights. My local...
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  Can I legally drive with no shoes on? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  For many years now I have frequently driven without footwear, having experienced the welt of some shoes catching the pedals when bringing the foot back....
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  Did you have a blue Isetta 300? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My father used to live in Sidcup and had a blue Isetta 300 right-hand drive. Any similarities to your first car?
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  Collecting a Mercedes-Benz from the factory in Stuttgart and driving back 11 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am collecting a Mercedes C250CDI from Stuttgart and driving it back to the UK. Given that this will mainly be motorway miles how long (time or distance)...
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  Should I replace my car's rear tyres? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Have just returned from picking my car up after MOT and have been told that my rear tyres have slightly uneven tread blocks. The mechanic says it is due...
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  Baby seats 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is a community midwife and drives a 12-year-old Toyota RAV-4. She loves the high driving position, ease of parking around town, spacious storage...