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  What's the best SUV for £10k? 2 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an SUV under £10,000 that's not only reliable and economical, but also good to drive. We've been looking at the Kia Sportage, Dacia Stepway...
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  Does my 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe need a timing chain replacement? 16 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My Hyundai Santa Fe has 130,000 miles on it and I’ve read that the timing chain should be replaced after 100,000 miles. Is that right, or is it still safe...
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  Why are electric car adverts so obsessed with power and performance? 3 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have noticed that, in their adverts for Electric/hybrid cars, manufacturers are emphasising the power and speed of these vehicles. Is this not contradictory...
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  Should I buy a hybrid or electric car? 24 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2018 Yaris Hybrid. It is a second car but covers 15,000 miles a year commuting with 32 miles a day on the motorway. Very cheap to run, averages...
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  Are EU number plates legal in the UK? 11 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2020 MINI. The number plate has the EU flag on it, which must be illegal when travelling in Europe. Do I need to change the plate and get one...
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  Can you recommend a small, comfortable SUV? 9 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a small SUV, which is comfortable and quiet for long journeys. I have a Skoda Superb at the moment and find it very difficult to...
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  What is the knocking noise I hear when turning at low speeds? 1 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2018 Mercedes-Benz B-Class. When turning the steering wheel, I get a light knocking from somewhere - but only at low speed. What could it be?...
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  I'm after a new company car. Do any carmakers offer a diesel plug-in hybrid? 20 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I’m due to change my company car. I do 50k miles a year and I wouldn’t mind a plug-in hybrid. Does anyone do a diesel PHEV? I drive a Skoda Superb L&K...
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  Is the Bi-fuel Dacia Sandero a good option? 20 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Is the Dacia Sandero Stepway Bi-fuel version a good option? What are the advantages and disadvantages over the petrol-only engine?
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  What's the most environmentally-friendly pickup truck in the UK? 15 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are there any hybrid pickup trucks on the market in the UK? What is the best, environmentally-friendly option at the moment for some fairly high mileage,...
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  The clutch broke on a used car I just bought. Should I have to pay to fix it? 9 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used car from a garage and three days later the clutch blew out. They offered to fit a new clutch but at my expense. Should I be paying for...
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  Would I be better with a diesel or an EV if I do a lot of miles? 12 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  What might be the better (used) purchase, an Audi Q7 diesel or a Q7 e-tron? I do mainly motorway journeys but with some town and non-motorway driving....
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  What's the best car for an 18-year-old learner driver? 4 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My 18-year-old granddaughter will be getting her first car. She'll have about £5K to spend. Any recommendations, taking into account the expense of insurance...
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  Can I get a performance car without a big insurance premium? 9 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I’m after a performance car but I don’t want to pay ridiculous insurance premiums. Am I living in dreamland?
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  What's the best Ford Connect van for £5000? 4 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of £5000. I'm looking for a reliable Ford Connect Van with relatively low mileage (100k max). Roughly, what are people paying for them?...
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  Which is better, the Audi A1 or Mercedes-Benz A-Class? 2 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I’m retiring soon and wish to treat myself and buy a nearly-new petrol, manual car. Bearing in mind servicing cost, depreciation and resale - should I...
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  Can you recommend a replacement for my Skoda Yeti? 22 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I thought I had found the answer to my search for a small used SUV by looking at Skoda Yeti, but the gear box is a DSG - which I believe is bad news. I...
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  Are all weather tyres legal for driving in Europe? 13 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Are all-weather tyres (e.g. Michelin Cross Climate) legal in France, Germany and Austria? Do they count as winter tyres?
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  What's the best big SUV with 4-wheel drive? 12 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What the best SUV for a low mileage user who wants AWD/4x4 and a big boot? I have a 2016 diesel Subaru Forester and a £10k budget. Many thanks.
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  Are there any cars that will fit a mattress in the back but aren't too expensive to insure? 24 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My son, 20, is learning to drive. When he passes, he wants a vehicle to take on climbing, walking and camping trips in the UK. He wants to fit a mattress...