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  Which is better, Toyota Yaris Cross or Kia Nero hybrid? 13 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We’re thinking of downsizing from a BMW x1 diesel to a Toyota Yaris Cross or a Kia Niro hybrid. We have a budget of £30,000, what would you recommend for...
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  How are non-drivers being made aware of the new Highway Code rules? 23 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding the newly update Highway Code rules for pedestrians crossing at junctions, when turning in to a side road I have noticed an unwillingness of...
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  If I have a puncture in a runflat tyre, do all four need replaced? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I check my tyre pressures each week and have discovered a very slow puncture on one of my BMW 320i front tyres. They are BMW-approved run flats. I know...
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  Which car cover should I buy? 30 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please?
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  What's the cheapest way to get insurance for a 17-year-old? 2 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson will be 17 years old this month. He has a Citroen C2 purchased for him. What would be the most economical way to get insured?
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  A deer ran into my car causing £1500 of damage - why has my premium increased? 8 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I've got fully comprehensive insurance with Tesco. A small deer ran into my car and caused £1500 damage to driver's side. Tesco said originally that it...
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  I've changed the battery in my Rover 45 - why won't it start now? 2 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I recently changed the battery in my Rover 45 and it ran really well.The other day it started and sound like a tractor, it then died although the electrics...
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  My clutch needs replaced at 22,000 miles - should the dealer replace it as goodwill? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2014 Nissan Juke 1.2 Dig T reg in Dec 2016, with 17,000 miles on the clock. I've driven 5000 miles and now the dealership tells me the clutch...
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  The dealer knew about a fault with my car and didn't tell me - is that legal? 21 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I just purchased a used Honda CR-V from a Honda dealer. After picking it up, I felt it had stiff steering and was concerned about safety. I have since...
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  Should I replace the timing chain on my low mileage SEAT Ibiza? 13 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm experiencing the common timing chain rattle on my low millage (36,000) 6 year old Seat Ibiza 1.2 TSI engine. I've been quoted £400 for replacement...
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  Water flooding into footwell in Renault Scenic 23 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 18 month old Renault Grand Scenic, still under warranty. Following heavy rainfall, there was strange whistling noise from the air vents. Water...
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  2007 Mondeo 2.2 TDCi - Turbo Blown 24 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hi I have had my Mondeo looked at today by the RAC as it wouldn't start and have been told that the turbo has blown. Oil is coming out of the exhaust...
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  Volkswagen Golf needs a new engine after cam chain failure - what can I do? 20 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My VW Golf mk 6 1.2tsi could not start last week The AA took it to my nearest VW dealer, Arnold Clark, Kilmarnock Rd Glasgow. They car is less than 4...
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  Volkswagen engine problems 24 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Over the years I have had a couple of Volkswagen twin charger problems. The first was a new Golf 160 TSI DSG. The car’s first 37,000 miles were problem...
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  Can I remove a DPF from a new car? 21 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new car, preferably a larger SUV style vehicle (I don't like the smaller versions) but I am worried about DPF filters as I work for...
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  Should I buy a car if its service history is missing? 14 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have tested and driven a 2008 Volvo V70 2.4D for sale with 43,000 miles on the clock and an asking price of £9850. The car is in excellent condition,...
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  Is my Audi Q5's S Tronic gearbox operating properly? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased an ex-demo 2012 Audi Q5 with 2-litre diesel engine and S Tronic gearbox from a main dealer. I'm finding the gear changes are very...
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  Should my Skoda Superb DSG have been recalled for a gearbox fault? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a Skoda Superb 1.8 TSI DSG Estate since new in 2010, with some 20,000 miles on the clock. Why hasn't Skoda UK recalled my car as has been...
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  Clutch failure after 900 miles/14 days 23 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The clutch of my Seat Ibiza was replaced by a well-known 'specialist' clutch replacement company. The original clutch had lasted for 85,000 miles. The...
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  Can you recommend a Rover specialist to look at my Rover 25 which is losing coolant? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Rover 25 1.6 petrol that has lost coolant on a very small scale over the last five years or thereabouts. However, over the last week it has lost...