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Is it legal to take a car out of long term storage and drive it home to be garaged without tax or SORN? 26 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
If you take a car out of long term storage and drive it home to be garaged without tax or SORN, what would happen if the police stopped you? The car is... -
What's the better choice - petrol or diesel? 31 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am 64 and want to buy my final car. I can’t make my mind up between petrol and diesel but would like a car with top spec used up to £20k. Will diesel... -
Do I require an International Driving Permit if I'm hiring a car in Italy in September? 3 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a holiday booked for Italy in September this year. I intend to hire a car as the resort hotel is quite a distance from the airport and private transfers... -
What's a good second car for teenagers to learn to drive in? 19 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Please can you recommend a good second hand car? We are looking for something fairly cheap to buy, low cost to insure for new drivers and mostly just used... -
What SUV offers a safe and comfortable drive in rural areas? 1 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2009 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI. It's a great car with all the bells and whistles. I'm shortly moving to a more rural area and the low... -
M3 Vs S4 - which one should I buy? 28 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a BMW E46 M3 and whilst I love the driving experience, as a daily drive it definitely has some short comings. My previous car was a diesel... -
Are rear-wheel drive cars rubbish in the winter? 6 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
We're looking at buying a newish (2-3yr old) sporty car and we've been looking at BMW 1 Series, specifically the 116 or 118. All good so far however given... -
Driving through deep flood water - what is safe depth? 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've just spent six hours driving a motorway route (A55), which normally takes two. The motorway was closed by the Police due to floods, and we were diverted... -
How can I prevent my leg aching during long drives? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2001 Honda CR-V. After driving for a while, I begin to get pain in the back of my right leg, right up to the hip, which can eventually become... -
Thanks to the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy for a great day out with my sons. 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
My sons were booked into the Winter Driving Experience at Mercedes-Benz World in December. We travelled up from Dorset and were greeted by the team with... -
How can I stop my partner being such a nervous passenger? 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My partner is very nervous when in a car, and frequently checks my speed against the speed limit, informs me when there are perfectly visible hazards ahead... -
What are the driving licence rules on C1E, D1 and D1 entitlement when you reach 70? 18 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am due to renew my driving licence shortly, will I lose my C1E, D1 and D1E entitlement when I do? -
Speeding ticket confusion - unsure who was driving 5 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
My boss received a speeding ticket for our company van. The notice of intended prosecution (NIP) was sent to our old company address. As a result we've... -
How should I use neutral with an automatic transmission? 25 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
First time driver of an automatic car here so be kind! When shall I select neutral? Does not putting the car in neutral when stationary (such as at traffic... -
Can I reapply for my driving licence now my health has improved? 29 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am a 67 year old male. I only have sight in one eye. A year ago, when my driving licence was due for renewal, I was required by the DVLA to take an... -
My car insurance company is asking if I drive at peak times, will the pay out if I say no? 9 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
Another crafty move by car insurance companies. Asking the question 'do you drive at peak times?' When you are retired you try and avoid peak times so... -
Driving another vehicle with third party cover - what happens if the vehicle gets damaged? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have fully comprehensive insurance on my car and the policy document says I can drive another vehicle with third party cover. I need to drive my sister's... -
Is it legal to use a phone for navigation if it's on a dashboard phone holder? 30 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
My sat nav packed up so I've replaced it with an app on my phone. It's held on the dashboard in a phone holder. I've heard that it's unlawful to use a... -
Can I apply to get back categories on my driving licence that I lost? 1 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
When renewing my driving licence at 70, I didn't apply to retain the right to continue to drive vehicles up to 7000kg. However, having enjoyed a motorhome... -
DPF problems with Yaris - should the warranty cover the repairs? 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am a driving instructor and run a 2013 Toyota Yaris 1.4 diesel, with 50,000 miles on the clock. The car had a new DPF fitted six months ago with new...
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