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Failed turbo 10 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
What do you know about turbocharger re-conditioners? Last week in the Daily Telegraph you replied to a letter from someone who had encountered an engine... -
Which estate car do you recommend for winter driving, long journeys and good comfort? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Over many years I have averaged 50,000 miles per year and in later years in Mercedes E350 estates, both diesel and petrol. I currently have a 12-year-old... -
Execs and the city 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005/54 Volvo XC90 Executive with 100,000 miles on the clock, having owned if for the past 4 years. We have a family of 5 (+dog) so the space... -
Can you help with this clutch fault on our Fiat Rapido motor home? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a September 2008 Rapido A Class motor home with a plated weight of 4200kg (heavy duty), but we normally run when loaded at about 3600kg, and it... -
Is our Citroen C4's clutch judder due to the thrust bearing or the DMF? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our 2008 Citroen Picasso C4 EGS 2.0 16v HDi has always been serviced by Citroen. We have had suffered clutch judder since we bought it in 2009 and the... -
Buying a second 'work horse' 15 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I love our Honda Accords but they are over 7 years old. We've moved somewhere rural and my poor Type S gets manure in the twin exhausts,... -
Light bulb legislation 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was wondering whether there is any legislation to force manufacturers to build cars that allow the 'ordinary' motorist to change a light bulb. I have... -
Obscure law 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am a long-term expat, and recently drove a hired car in England for the first time for a number of years. Not only was there no handbook or even... -
Which convertible has a large boot space to accommodate my golf clubs? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Having, regrettably, had to sell my pristine XJS convertible through lack of winter garage space, I would be most grateful to know which "Eurocar" convertible... -
Is there a training programme that will teach me to drive my new Mazda 6 confidently in snow and ice? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
You advised me of problems with Saab diesel engines and also potential problems with the DPF on a 1-year-old ex-demonstrator Subaru Legacy. After more... -
Suitable tow cars 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
We used to own a Rover Landrover 3 (from new) but after 3 years and as soon as warranty had run out we changed it for a BMW 5 series touring model 520... -
Which 4x4 SUV offers good comfort for a bad back sufferer and is reliable for short journeys? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 5-year-old Porsche Boxster and am looking to change it in the next three or four months. I am retired, and enjoy my driving. However,... -
Strange Rover 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Three weeks ago I bought from a main Land Rover dealership, 150 miles away from where I live, a 3-year-old, 22k mile, one owner Range Rover, for a fair... -
How can I find out how much UV protection is afforded by my Citroen Berlingo's windscreen? 9 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I own a Citroen Berlingo XTR first registered in Nov 2009. My wife suffers from Lupus, a disease which can be aggravated by exposure to UV light. I thought... -
Espaced out 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have done nearly 90,000 miles in my W reg Renault Grand Espace. It’s been a great workhorse. Yes, there have been a few expensive glitches, like a new... -
Self-destructed 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004/54 Peugeot 407 SW HDI 136. It has done 43,900 miles. It recently over-revved and left a thick cloud of smoke from the exhaust. It then went... -
Jaguar XF Sportbrake - which all weather tyres are best? 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise the best tyres for a Jaguar XF Sportbrake? Its original Pirellis 235/55r17 are almost worn out. I normally do 15-20k miles and change to... -
Uni student in need of a cheap car – what do you recommend? 4 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am a university student looking to buy my first car. I have a maximum budget of £2000 and need something small and cheap to run and insure. What do... -
Winter tyres 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am driving to SW France, to a remote mountain/hill region, at altitude up to approx 800-1000m. There is a steep and winding road to and from the house.... -
Do I need to tell my insurer about a speeding fine incurred in France? 14 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I received a €45 fine in Calais when I triggered a speed camera. I paid this immediately on receiving the notification through the post and did not incur...