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How will pay per mile road pricing work? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
How is the Government going to recover the money lost on fuel and road tax? Electric vehicle owners are bound to be hit at some time. I had seen something... -
Which hybrid SUV should I buy? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my existing Kia Niro 3 with a hybrid. My current car achieves 69mpg/70mpg on 16-inch wheels and replacement Niro 3's only come... -
Can I fit leather seat covers to my new Peugeot 2008? 14 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a new Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech Allure Premium and love it. My son and daughter have the latest GT models. I must admit I like the seats in their... -
Should I buy a petrol or diesel car for my 35-mile commute? 16 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at getting a used estate for around £15-18k budget. I'll need it three days a week to go between Bristol and Cardiff and would drive through/around... -
Why are diesel cars only recommended for high mileage drivers? 9 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
Why do car reviewers always recommend a petrol car for city drivers and a diesel car for those who do high mileage/motorway driving? If one gets more mileage... -
Could you recommend something safe, reliable and economical for a long commute? 20 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My son has changed his job and has a new appointment some 60 miles from his home. This could involve him in mainly motorway travel for some months until... -
I've been offered a car that's been sat around for a year. What should I check before I consider buying it? 15 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a car from my grandpa. It hasn't been driven for at least a year and has been sitting in a garage. It also doesn't have an up to date... -
Is there a midsize SUV with 3 full seats in the back? 8 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My budget is about £10k. I currently have a 2011 Peugeot 5008 but it's underpowered. I want an SUV with 3 full seats but not a 7-seater. However, they... -
How much is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco GLS worth? 15 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco GLS, which has been in my garage undriven for over 30 years. It was left by my father-in-law when he died. Full original... -
Will driving at high speeds (155mph) lead to expensive repair bills in the long run? 1 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
Hello, my husband and I drive to Austria 2-3 times a year. In Germany, where permitted, my husband drives at 155mph. He claims the car, a BMW 440i, has... -
Our car battery went flat because we only do short journeys. Are all cars like this? 11 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday our Toyota C-HR would not start because the auxiliary battery was completely discharged. The breakdown service started the car and I took it... -
Can you recommend a safe, small, used car for me? 5 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a sturdy, used, small car. I have been considering the Honda Jazz, Skoda Fabia (which I currently have), Toyota Yaris and not sure after... -
Do all dash cameras need hardwired to use parking mode? 9 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a new car and want a dash cam with parking mode. Is it possible to have one that doesn't need hard wiring? I'd prefer it to run on aux socket, but... -
Are used BMW 3 Series really expensive to own? 2 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I read about the BMW 3 Series being reliable, but servicing, repairs and - I imagine - insurance is a lot more expensive than for non-premium cars. I see... -
I want an estate car for a growing family and mostly short trips. Should I go hybrid or petrol? 28 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a Skoda Fabia 1.0-litre 110PS - which is great for my school run and occasional longer trips, but due to growing kids and a dog, I need a bigger... -
I need to tax my car but the V5C is with the DVLA 11 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a car on the 6th of August and taxed it on the 7th when I also gave post office the logbook of my vehicle that I had part exchanged. The car I... -
Is £2000 to repair an air-con unit fair? 24 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The air-conditioning was giving out hot air on the nearside so I took it into the local independent who I use to service... -
I have four children. Can you suggest a large, good value family car? 6 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have four children, three of which are teenagers. We currently have a BMW 2 Series Grand Tourer - which has been excellent. However, we are now at the... -
What's the most reliable make and model for £1500? 31 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a stop gap car for under £1500 for my commute to work - which is a 30-mile round trip with the occasional 100 mile journey. It has... -
Should I buy my financed car and sell it on considering used car values are increasing? 12 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi A1 which comes to the end of it's PCP agreement on 27 May. We don't want to upgrade and we were going to hand it back. It's in good condition...