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Could you recommend an electric van or a petrol Euro6 model? 18 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
Are there any electric panel vans, equivalent to a Citroen Relay or similar, available? If not, as I suspect, what would you recommend in the petrol vehicles,... -
Could you recommend a seven-seater for a narrow driveway? 22 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
We have a very narrow driveway and are thinking of buying a seven-seater to house two children's car seats (one three-year-old and one newborn) and two... -
Is it legal to drive in the EU and Switzerland in a classic car that's MoT exempt? 4 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
Both my Renault R16s are almost 50 years old and have tax exemption as they are registered as historic. Do I need to fill in a V112 form as well? Furthermore... -
What economical, practical vehicle comes with a long warranty? 24 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm hoping for advice on the best new economical and practical vehicle to buy with a long warranty. Or perhaps advice on the best secondhand model for... -
What newer makes and models should my mum consider to replace her Mercedes-Benz A-Class with? 5 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
My mum is looking to replace the 2007 Mercedes-Benz A-Class that she's had for 7 years. She likes the higher up seating in her current car and is not interested... -
Need a rugged family hatchback - any recommendations? 14 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to purchase a used Golf/Focus sized hatchback. I live in the lake district and drive up a lot of mountain passes and winding country lanes... -
When should I change the transmission fluid on my Astra? 7 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own an Astra J with the 1.4 petrol engine with an auto transmission. The car has covered 65k. I know that every automatic transmission, sooner or later,... -
Need to buy a 7 seater - used. What should I be looking at? 18 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of around £7k and have just split from my husband so need a new 7 seater. I have been used to driving an S-MAX and would like a car with... -
BMW 530 diesel versus 520 diesel - go for the newer engine? 17 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Congratulations on a great motoring column. I have a 520 manual diesel, which is 7 years old with 72,000 miles on the clock. Oil changes at 10,000 miles.... -
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... -
Replacing an old Freelander - what should we get for £7k? 31 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have a Land Rover Freelander (mk1) diesel with 202,000 miles on the clock. Due to its age, it needs some considerable work and I am reluctant to pay... -
Windscreen wiper problem with Volvo V40 - what's the likely cause? 29 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
My nine month old Volvo V40 is about to start on it's fifth driver's side genuine Volvo wiper blade. They work fine when new but soon leave a 4-5-inch... -
Toyota Yaris DPF problems 9 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've had to pay my Toyota dealer £275 to regenerate the DPF and change the oil on my 2015 Yaris diesel. I used Millers longlife ACEA C2 5W30 at the last... -
Need a practical and fun car for £12k - what do you recommend? 18 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my faithful, practical, but dull, 14 year old, 70,000 mile Mazda Demio Escape, which was very well suited to its main task of lots of... -
Wheel size 3 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am currently looking to replace my 2005 Audi Allroad with either another A6 Allroad or a 3.0 litre Quattro estate. Of the three to four year old models... -
Buying a Saab 9-3 - what can go wrong? 31 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
A pal of mine is relocating abroad and is selling his 2005 plate Saab 9-3 convertible for £4000. It’s done 75,000 miles, rides extremely tightly for its... -
Offered a goodwill discount on rust repair on my Audi A4 - is the quote loaded? 28 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a 70 per cent goodwill payment from Audi towards the repair/respray of some minor rust in the roof strips of my 2003 Audi A4 saloon.... -
Is my Corsa's two-year service and MoT package worth the money? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
12 months ago I bought a three-year-old Corsa from my local Evans Halshaw in Horsforth, Leeds. At the time there were promotional offers, and I opted for... -
Is it normal for Citroen C4 strut mount bearings to seize at four years old? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 Citroen C4 1.6 HDI SX has just passed its MoT test. An Advisory item states, "Both front strut mount bearings partially seized". Should I be worried?... -
Should I have the timing belt changed on my 2007 Saab 9-3 Sportwagon? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 1.8 petrol Saab 9-3 Sportwagon. I'm keeping it for the foreseeable future. I have just had it serviced by Kwik Fit (great value and service...
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