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My new Honda Jazz suffers from a braking fault - how can I get this fixed? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I previously had two new Honda Jazz 1.4ES CVTs and found them to be excellent in all respects. In June this year I purchased, from Holden's Norwich, a... -
Tricky electrics on an old Wolseley 1500 17 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I`ve recently bought a 1961 Wolseley 1500. When I viewed the car the battery was flat and the owner and his mate, tried jump starting it from a Nissan... -
Winter tyres 7 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
Last year I bought two 12 month old Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 petrol cars for a total cost of £15,250. One for my wife and one for myself. Good value I think... -
Can you recommend an upmarket, used hybrid SUV? 28 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My company car (Range Rover Evoque) goes back in May and I have to purchase my first vehicle in 14 years. My budget is £23k. I would love to purchase another... -
Why does my car have uneven tyre wear? 26 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf Estate, owned from new, is 22 months old and has covered 11,000 miles. Five weeks ago the tyre pressure warning told me that my passenger... -
Is water ingress covered under Ford warranty? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Fiesta is 21 months old and water has suddenly started to accumulate in both rear seat passenger footwells. Having visited my Ford dealer and phoned... -
Looking to buy a latest model Focus - have the clutch issues been addressed? 4 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new, or nearly new Ford Focus, specifically the EcoBoost 125 model. Having searched your site I found many issues being reported... -
Indicator making the wrong noise on an Insight 6 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've noticed an intermittent issue with my left turn indicator. The bulbs are all OK and I've tested both the hazard lights and indicators when the car... -
What's the best used estate for £8000? 2 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to spend £8000 on a used estate, likely to do 15-20K miles a year. It must have a large boot and boast plenty of pace on the motorway. What... -
Why does my Skoda Citigo suffer from squealing brakes? 26 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm having problems with my Skoda Citigo. The car is just a few months old, but suffers with squealing brakes. The dealer has stripped down the brakes... -
Glow plug/engine management light coming on 29 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 14 year old Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI with 170,000 miles on the clock. The car has run well, until recently. The glow plug/engine management light has... -
Does the B+E category on my licence change when I reach 70 years old? 11 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am 71 years of age and have renewed my driving license. I have category B+E on my license dating from 1975, which the DVLA says means I can drive a... -
Can you suggest a small, premium hybrid? 2 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 4-year-old Mercedes C-Class - which I love. But even before lockdown, I thought it was time to get a smaller car and venture into the world of... -
I need to buy a car during lockdown, what do you recommmend? 18 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car was written off prior to the lockdown. I need to buy a replacement and so would really welcome your advice, especially as I'll not be able to test... -
Which SUV is best for family life? 7 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace our 2006 Saab 93 estate, your advice on an SUV style vehicle as a replacement would be appreciated? Our budget is up to £14,000... -
Ford Powershift gearbox fault - unacceptable issue? 4 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
We have a 60 reg S-MAX with the power shift box. We bought it second hand from a large non-Ford dealer. When the car was 3 1/2 years old but with only... -
Can a local council avoid liability for damage by claiming it is an Act of God? 6 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
On 24 December my 77 year old mother parked her car (57 reg Mercedes CLK) in an open air car park owned by Runnymede Council. During the time it was... -
Why aren't Volkswagen customers told about timing belt changes when they buy a Golf or Polo? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am writing to thank you for the reply you gave to CS of Woodstock recently relating the changing of a camshaft belt on a Volkswagen Golf. My wife owns... -
New petrol automatic hatchback: Ceed 4 Tech DCT or Civic EX GT? 18 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Still enjoy your Telegraph column after many years. As per title, my wife and I, who cover about 7000 miles per year, are looking for a new car, having... -
SEAT Leon: FR or Cupra? 10 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have currently owned owned a MkIII Golf GTi 16v since 2002, it has covered 248,000 miles and over the last year or so we have had to start to replace...