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  My new car has been delayed - should I wait for it to be registered in September? 10 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered a new Lexus RZ in early February. Originally I was told late May for delivery, that then became middle late June and I’ve just been informed...
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  What are the pros and cons of electric vs plug-in hybrid? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to replace our four year old Skoda Karoq in the next year. Our preference is for a similar sized SUV. Can you advise us on the pros and...
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  Is it worth turning the engine off at traffic lights? 10 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  A lot of cars nowadays automatically shut off the engine when the car stops. I do in it my 10 year old Mazda MX-5 at temporary traffic lights under the...
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  If I cancel my insurance, do I lose my No Claims from the year? 15 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We were due to buy a used car and sold our car in readiness to buy and, therefore, just transfer the insurance. However, we were unable to come to a deal...
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  I discovered that EVs are significantly heavier than the petrol counterparts. Aren't they supposed to be environmentally-friendly? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Last year we bought a Honda Jazz petrol auto, less than a year old, which we have taken to France on a car trailer three times. Total weight of car and...
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  Will the manufacturer contribute towards as a premature failure of a major part? 17 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi Q5 TDI Quattro was bought new in December 2014. It has covered 75,000 miles and has been serviced regularly by Audi dealers. At a recent service,...
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  Should I keep my Alfa Spider or sell it on? 8 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My regularly serviced 2010 Alfa Romeo 2.2 JTS Spider Independant Italia was purchased as a one-year-old car with nearly 20,000 miles on the clock. It has...
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  My car had a gearbox oil change last year and now in lower gears there is a whining noise - is this likely to be a problem? 10 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My Rover 75 had a gearbox oil change last year. In lower gears there is a whining noise which disappears when we reach 30mph. Is this likely to be a problem?
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  Which cheap car will be best for my 80-mile commute? 21 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car for my daily commute of 80 miles. The journey is packed with traffic and usually involves a lengthy motorway crawl. I'm thinking I need an...
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  A minor accident became a £20,000 claim after the other driver lied about fake passengers' injuries - what now? 12 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My friend had a very minor car accident. No damage was done to either car and no one was hurt in any way. Both drivers say it was the others' fault. There...
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  My 2012 MINI Cooper has developed a timing chain issue - should MINI rectify this? 24 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased my MINI Cooper Convertible in 2012 and was delighted with it – it's my dream car. Last week, I heard a rattle when starting the engine and...
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  Is the Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 petrol reliable? 13 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  As an avid reader of your weekly column I thought you might be able to help with the following: I've seen a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic automatic for sale...
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  Long term ownership maintenance work - how does this sound? 17 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Our Vauxhall Corsa D 1.2 petrol breeze is now over 8 years old (bought new in 2008) and has done 51k miles. It’s been an excellent car, and so far nothing...
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  Which Nissan X-Trail to tow my caravan? 17 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've been looking at the X-Trail to tow my caravan but people are reporting fuel pump issues and going into limp mode are both these models affected by...
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  Are high mileage diesels worth the risk? 24 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2006 Volkswagen Passat petrol, with 97k miles on the clock. It's getting old and tired and we're getting fed up of it being in the garage...
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  The emissions debate - when will other vehicles be included? 29 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  When - in the emotive debate about diesel emissions - will the words "agricultural machinery", "shipping", "railway locomotives" and (heaven forbid) "LORRIES"...
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  Air conditioning problem 18 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My friend has a Vauxhall Zafira that appears to have two problems of concern. There is an intermittent rumbling from the engine bay when no clutch is pressed...
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  Replacing a Jag XJR? 15 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hello HJ, I currently own a 2006 (pre facelift) Jaguar XJR. It's fantastic. Apart from the standard Jaguar suspension issues, the car has been very...
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  Personalised numberplate lost after accident in France 30 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Whilst on holiday in France in July of this year, my Jeep was hit by an 80 year old Frenchman who failed to stop at a cross roads. The insurance company...
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  Would the new i10 be a good replacement for my i20 workhorse? 25 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I drive 80 miles a day on the M25 and A12 in a Hyundai i20 1.2. My 61 plate car has been impressive to say the least being well equipped (love the Bluetooth)...