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  Are touchscreen systems just as distracting as using a mobile phone while driving? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  As the law is now taking a tougher line with drivers using mobile phones while on the move, are the same sanctions being used with those who use in-car...
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  Will my BMW require a replacement DPF? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2011 BMW 320d. It's the N47 engine and had the timing chain done last year at 130k miles and was done at 80k miles. It's now covered 182k miles...
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  Should I get a Mazda 3 or a Honda Civic for a reliable auto? 17 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a reliable torque converter hatchback, must be a petrol automatic. I've narrowed it down to either a Mazda 3 2.0 (2014 -) or a Honda Civic...
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  I'm considering a petrol Audi A3 saloon - is it easy to adjust to after being used to the torque of a diesel? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've owned two diesel Audi A4 which I have been very pleased with. I'm now considering an Audi A3 saloon with the 1.4 petrol engine. I was pleasantly surprised...
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  What petrol automatic do you recommend to tow a 750kg campervan? 28 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to buy a new car with an automatic gearbox due to my wife's bad arthritis which makes driving a manual difficult. We also tow a folding campervan...
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  Should I get petrol, diesel or hybrid? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Looking to buy next car, needs to have good fuel economy and be relatively cheap to insure and tax. I do mostly town driving (to and from work, 16 mile...
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  Need a comfortable car with a high seating position 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a car that my children can learn to drive in (affordably) and that I can use for my commute. However, my wife is a wheelchair user, so it...
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  What's the tax status of a trade-in car? 12 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I deliver cars to customers and collect their trade in car. Is their trade-in taxed for me to drive home or do I have to use trade plates?
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  Buying a used Mercedes SLK - 200 or 230? 5 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Mercedes SLK200 or 230 as a birthday present to myself. There seem to loads around in the sub-£3000 price bracket. Which is best...
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  Need to replace Polo with something quicker 9 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We bought our 20 year old daughter a 2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (five-door) in 2015. Whilst it is economical and good to drive, it is slow on motorways,...
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  Suggestion for an MPV with high seating? 27 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Kia Sedona which has high seating, useful for night driving and bad backs. I used to have a Citroen Xsara Picasso which also had highish seats....
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  What MPV would you recommend? 14 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I like to sit up high in a new car following hip problems, comfort and fuel consumption is important to me. Does one get better fuel consumption from manual...
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  Has the head gasket failed on my Golf? 15 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  The performance of my 1998 Volkswagen Golf hasn't been great of late. I've found white gunk under the oil cap and when driving at 70mph for five mins on...
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  Buying a small car - what would you recommend? 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you recommend a small used automatic (petrol) car. The size should be similar to our existing Peugeot 106. I have £7000 to spend and need the...
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  Are plug-in hyrbids reliable? 19 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I’m thinking of buying a new Volkswagen Golf GTE. The car will be used mostly locally, but include the occasional long journey. The car is fitted with...
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  Buying a used Mercedes SL - which model is best for comfort? 18 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am 66 years old and have decided to sell my Porsche Boxster S for a used Mercedes-Benz SL320 or SL350 for a more comfortable drive. Which of these would...
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  Should I swap winter tyres every 5000 miles? 17 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I note that in the latest report on the Nokian winter tyres, it is recommended to swap tyres front to rear every 5000 miles for four-wheel drive cars....
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  Commuter car for expanding family - what do you recommend? 13 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to start a 130 mile round trip commute and have only recently passed my driving test. I am also expecting a baby, so ideally would like a small...
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  What's the best car for a 17 year old? 8 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My Granddaughter is learning to drive, aged 17. I have agreed to buy her a small car, value between £2000 to £2500. Possibly a Ford Fiesta or Vauxhall...
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  Can frozen wiper blades cause an electric fault? 8 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  This morning I've tried to operate wipers when frozen. All I got was a lot of clicking in fuse box area. They worked eventually but now all the electrics...