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Loan voice 3 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
The following scenario reads like an extract from you website, under the heading of "what to watch for" in Mercedes-Benz W211 review. "On 07/09/2006, I... -
Intelligence pest 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have been reading with interest and shock that Transport for London is looking at the idea of Speed curbing - also known as intelligent speed adaptation... -
When does a car need an AdBlue top-up? 27 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2022 VW Touareg which has covered 16,000 miles. I still haven't put any AdBlue in the tank and haven't had any warnings on the dash either. Is... -
Are electric cars cheaper to run than petrol or diesel? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
Taking into account all factors including depreciation, is it cheaper to run an electric car of similar size and make, ie Subaru Solterra v Forester? -
Why are there petrol fumes in my 1997 Volvo V70? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have petrol fumes in cabin of my Volvo V70 T5 1997. Driving normally the fumes are not too much of a problem, however, when coming to a halt it is noticeable... -
Does a Kia Sportage Hybrid use the engine to charge the battery? 23 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just been told by a Kia mechanic at our local Kia dealer that my Sportage GT line S self charging HEV only ever is powered by the electric motor... -
How do I prevent screenwash sludge? 30 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
Having just paid £130 to have the sludge (which completely stopped the screen wash working) cleared from my BMW X1 can you exlain why sludge accumulates... -
Are speed warnings now mandatory? 1 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
We have just taken delivery of a 24 plate Toyota Aygo Cross. The car is all good accept every time you go above the speed limit the car pings quite loudly... -
What are the trailer light requirements for driving in France? 22 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am taking my van and trailer (with my Jeep on it) to France for the D-Day celebrations next June. My trailer is 5.5m long and 1.9m wide. The bed length... -
How can I be sure my sat nav is avoiding the ULEZ? 21 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I drove my 2006 ULEZ compliant car during this week, from Colindale, NW9 to New End Square, NW3. My satnav is always set to "avoid toll roads". It said... -
I asked my dealer to supply smaller wheels for my Kia and they refused on safety grounds, is this correct? 21 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
In 2022 you advised that it would be possible to replace my low-profile wheels with smaller wheels and thicker tyres. When I asked Kia, they refused to... -
When will secondhand car prices go back to normal? 27 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
When do you think second hand prices of petrol and diesel cars will get back to the historical norm when a car lost 50% of its value in the first three... -
Why does my car only have one reversing light? 25 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
My 2015 Hyundai i20 has two white lenses as if for reversing lights but only the nearside works. Is this normal or should both light up? Getting into these... -
Are car drag coefficients a con? 21 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
Not so long ago manufacturers use to quote drag coefficients to demonstrate how aerodynamic their cars were. A good example was the Citroen XM, the front... -
When should I change the antifreeze in my car? 15 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a March 2018 BMW 530i. Can you please advise on the recommended time interval before changing the antifreeze? I thought it was every six years but... -
What tyres can I fit for better ride quality? 31 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2015 VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 4 motion Sport. I find the ride quite hard and as I am about to replace all tyres what could you recommend as a reasonable... -
I have had three tyres suffering cuts to the chord, what could be the cause? 2 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have had three tyres failing MOT test due to cuts to the chord, They had done 2,0000 miles and are fitted on a Volvo V40. I have never had this happen... -
What car should I choose for reliability and comfort over long distances? 23 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’ve had few cars over the years and am currently running a Subaru Outback 3.0-litre at 142k. 25 mpg and top rate VED with inevitable big bills ahead -... -
What's the best car for easy access to the back seats for my elderly parents? 3 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2018 Mercedes A-Class which I bought from new and with 43k miles on the clock. My elderly parents find it difficult to get in and out of the back... -
How can I remove scratches from the piano black trim in my car? 6 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
Some new cars have very high gloss plastic interior/exterior trims, often referred to as "piano finish". My Mercedes has both interior and exterior such...
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