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Can I change the profile of the tyres on my Volkswagen Tiguan for better ride comfort? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have 235/50R19 tyres on my Volkswagen Tiguan, I was wondering if I could change the profile from 50 to 45 to try and improve the quality and handling... -
DVLA has suspended my driving licence - is my car insurance still valid? 20 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son is a named driver on my car insurance policy, but the DVLA has stopped my driving licence as I had a medical problem following an accident. Is my... -
What's the best plug-in hybrid SUV for £35,000? 17 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). I have a budget of £35,000. I have a dilemma, I have supported Land Rover since the early eighties and... -
Is a cam belt covered under an extended warranty? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy an eight-year-old Citroen C4 Picasso from a main dealer. The cam belt hasn't been changed and the dealer says it is not due until 10... -
Do tyres have to match? 4 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
My front driver's side tyre on my Toyota RAV4 has a slow puncture and I'm wondering how important is it to brand match, tread match etc. tyres when you... -
Breakeven point for petrol versus diesel? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at the SEAT Ateca - either the 1.5 TSI DSG Or 1.6 TDI DSG. I have been doing up to 15,000 miles a year of mixed motoring. What would be the... -
Is it bad to buy a car with no service history? 11 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
My cars after two years of age are serviced by myself and I carry out a more thorough job than any commercial garage. So, why do you tell people to shy... -
Is there a database of maintenance costs? 12 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is there any publication that informs us of the frequency and servicing costs for different makes and models . I ask as l have been quoted £700 for a small... -
Which cars can use super ethanol (E85) fuel? 2 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
There is an increase at the pumps in France of super ethanol. Which UK purchased cars can use it? -
What has happened to streamlined car designs? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
What has happened to streamlined designs for cars? Traditionally, an aerodynamic shape seemed to be the key to better performance and fuel consumption.... -
Can you recommend a comfortable small SUV? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used hatchback or small SUV with the emphasis on comfort but with adequate performance. The biggest item I normally carry is a bicycle... -
Should I fit all-season tyres? 4 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
My Toyota C-HR is fitted with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres which are suitable for air temperatures above 8 degrees centigrade. Is this the correct tyre for... -
Does my car's air conditioning need servicing? 16 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a two year old Skoda Karoq and done 7,000 miles. My dealer has emailed to say my air con service is due. Do I need one? -
Upgrading headlamps - will the bulbs get too hot? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I need to upgrade my headlamps on my Citroen C3 Aircross. They are ordinary H7 and seem pathetic, hardly illuminating the road, especially when faced with... -
Do I have to stick with run flat tyres? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 335d GT 2017 plate, which came out of the factory with run flat tyres fitted. If I wanted to fit non-run flat tyres onto the car would this... -
Audi A7 - can I leave it in economy mode? 1 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
Do you think it is ‘safe’ to drive my 2014 facelift Audi A7 3.0 TDI Quattro in the economy mode of drive select all of the time? It start-stops a lot more... -
Should we fit all-season tyres to our Ford Puma ST? 27 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife is getting a Ford Puma ST soon and currently switches between regular and winter tyres on her Polo GTI. Are we better off getting a set of all-season... -
How reliable are electric cars? 3 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
How reliable are electric cars in general? And how reliable is the Mercedes-Benz EQA, in particular? What yearly maintenance costs are involved, and what... -
Can you advise on the availability of a new Porsche 911 Carrera? 22 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a friend buying a two year old Porsche Carrera S convertible, but prices seem to be almost the same as if he bought new. The dealer is saying there... -
What are the best car colours for the Peugeot 2008? 19 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy a Peugeot 2008 Allure Premium, but can’t decide on the colour. I like the Nimbus Grey, which I think in the long term to be a “safe”...
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