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I emailed the Minister for Transport, Philip Hammond, regarding car parking enforcement companies, and attach the transcript of my email. 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I thought it was time to launch a direct crusade against the car park vultures. I've sent the attached in an email to Philip Hammond, the Minister for... -
Council attacks 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
You may not remember but last year I wrote to you concerning a PCN from Lambeth Parking concerning an alleged Moving Traffic Offence in Lambeth of Driving... -
Running in and service regime on a new Skoda Superb? 7 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am soon to take delivery of a New Skoda Superb 1.4 TSI (125ps). I hope to keep the car for as long as possible (doing about 16k annual mileage), and... -
Dual mass flywheel problem 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
My car which is a 2003 1.9 TDI Passat manual. It was hit on the passenger front wheel and wing. My car was stationary at the time(parked) waiting for... -
Oil warning light - what does it mean? 16 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
The "Oil" warning light (mot the oil can icon) has come on in my Seat Ibiza. I was driving to the airport to catch a flight when this happened and is stick... -
If a car is not being driven for several months can it be SORNd? 8 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
A relative has had an illness recently and hasn't driven for about three months. His car is parked up on his drive. He's not likely to be able to drive... -
Can I change the wheel size on my Skoda Superb for better tyre wear? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR140 SE plus with 225/45 R17 Michelin Sport 3 tyres. I am really disappointed with the poor mileage I get, with the front... -
Peugeot 207 - leaking coolant shortly after buying? 30 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used Peugeot from a reputable garage a week ago. It's a three year old car with low mileage. The garage would not service the car but checked... -
Golf battery discharging when stood - why? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Golf GT that is less than two years old. On two separate occasions, several weeks apart, it has been completely dead on Monday morning after being... -
Is this a way of avoiding paying parking charge penalties? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
If you get a fixed penalty notice through the post that also carries penalty points, the computer system first sends you a demand for the cash. When you... -
Why does my Ford Focus lose power? Is it related to replacing the turbocharger? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a V-reg Ford Focus 1.8 TDi. The turbo went and covered the whole engine in oil, so I had that replaced and the engine cleaned off, but now i have... -
Passat imperfect 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought an immaculate 2000W Passat Estate with the 1.9 115bhp TDI PD engine. It came with a full dealer history and 94,000miles. I can't find... -
I took a fine rather than a Speed Awareness Course but now my insurance premium has increased. 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last July my wife was caught on camera in Warrington doing 35mph in a 30mph limit. She duly received a Notice of Prosecution with the alternative of a... -
How can we respond to dispute a parking ticket issued by Shoal Enforcement in October? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
BJW originally wrote: Just received a letter from Shoal Enforcement dated 11 Oct stating I have to pay the fine, bearing in mind that my car was parked... -
Sept 2011 Golf - flat battery problem 12 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a brand new Golf 1.4 TSI 5dr in Sept 2011 and have been very happy with it. When it was parked at home 2 days ago I noticed that both front... -
Can I claim for insurance premium increases after two non-fault accidents? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to claim for an increase in premium as a result of non-fault accidents? My car was involved in two non-fault accidents, one in December... -
Why is my Transit losing coolant? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a Ford Transit (2000 model). Recently, I've noticed white smoke and a loss of coolant. In fact, all of the coolant has gone, even though the van... -
BMW 320d cutting out 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Picked up a 320d SE 2007 (07) yesterday, anyway today it's started causing me problems, obviously I've phoned up the garage, they've given me a car whilst... -
Should I go for petrol, hybrid or electric? 16 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
O recently retired and I'm wanting an SUV for easier access. I do mostly short journeys, sometimes with two grandchildren. 8000-9000 miles annually anticipated.... -
My new Volkswagen Amarok keeps making a strange grinding noise when engaging drive - what could it be? 7 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have just taken delivery of a brand new Volkswagen Amarok with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. On a number of occasions now the vehicle has made a nasty...
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