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  Are batteries wear and tear items? 16 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a 20 plate BMW 330e in July 2023 from Motorpoint. Upon purchasing the car I opted for the additional warranty, and cited that I wanted to be...
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  Can you give me some advice on buying a secondhand electric car? 5 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I always used to ask my dad these questions but sadly he passed away last year. I'm looking at possibly buying a secondhand Renault Zoe and wondered if...
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  Why are short journeys in my BMW 118d insufficient to charge the battery? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I drove to Colchester in my 2008-registered BMW E87 118d on 20 October. The journey of 70 miles return was achieved without mishap. However on 21 October,...
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  Would buying a secondhand electric car be a wise investment? 11 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Thinking about buying a small electric car for my wife. She does mainly local trips, shopping, visiting friends, absolute maximum 70 - 80 miles in a day....
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  Is the stop start system in my Honda Jazz more trouble than it is worth? 4 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have some doubts about the benefit of this facility. Every time I come to a stop with foot held on the brake the engine stops and release the brake and...
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  Do people realise that lithium ion batteries, of the sort used in electrical cars, can be very damaging to the environment? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  A lot is being made of lithium ion battery cars and hybrids, but there seems to be a stumbling block on range and cost, and probably on environmental grounds....
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  Rover returns 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Y reg Rover 75 2 litre diesel with 81,000 miles. I like the car and want to keep it. I am 77 and only do about 5,000 – 6,000 miles a year with...
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  Bat man 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  6 weeks after buying my 2008 CR-V 2.2 EX diesel, I parked it at Gatwick Airport for a 2-week holiday. When we returned to the car, the battery was completely...
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  Why does my car's steering feel heavy sometimes? 29 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My Fiat 500's steering suddenly feels heavy when going in a straight line but feels normal when I turn the wheel. What's the issue?
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  Why won't my car start? 19 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Vauxhall Vectra won't start when I turn the key. All I get is a ticking noise. Can you please help?
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  KIA Carens starting problem 20 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My KIA Carens has been difficult to start. It usually takes at least 10 seconds when cold and around eight seconds when hot. Had a new battery and fuel...
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  Is is possible to buy a back-up battery for an electric car? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  With a petrol/diesel car you can carry a can of fuel for emergencies - what's the equivalent for an EV? I have seen ZipCharge units in the USA, but they...
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  Why doesn't my BMW's Efficient Dynamics system work for short journeys? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The AutoStop/Start on my 2009 BMW 120 M Sport stopped operating on a journey from Bromley, Kent to Cornwall. On return from holiday, 500 miles later, I...
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  Can I keep a hybrid car for 10 years? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new Kia Niro hybrid for when I retire this year and probably keep it for about 10 years. Would it be viable to keep it that...
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  How can I re-programme a key for my car? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  The remote functions on one of my keys for a 2005 Nissan X-Trail does not work. I have replaced the battery. It may be the circuit board is faulty or that...
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  Is a Honda CTX700 a good used buy? 25 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have seen a 2016 Honda CTX700 for sale. This bike has 2000 miles and was just traded in, so it is mint condition. Any cons on this?
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  What should I do if I leave my car parked up for several months over the winter? 18 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I go away for a couple of months around Christmas time and will be leaving my 2013 Volkswagen Golf on the driveway. Is it good practice to disconnect the...
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  Is Unipart still going and what about the lifetime guarantee on its batteries? 5 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Unipart Samson lifetime guarantee battery many years ago for my 3.5-litre Rover. I have had a few free replacements since then. I now need another...
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  Are jump starters that plug into cigarette lighters any good? 20 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have an opinion on battery jump starter/chargers that plug into the cigarette lighter? Are they okay or best avoided?
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  Advice on buying a used Lexus? 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a 2008 Lexus RX400h with 72000 miles from a Lexus dealer. I assume the hybrid battery and motor will need to be replaced. Could this be...