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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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  ULEZ-compliant substitute for my Peugeot 406 estate? 5 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1999 Peugeot 406 diesel estate. It has 160k miles on the clock and I bought it for £2000 12 years ago. The expansion of the London ULEZ means...
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  Why is the BMW 330e plug-in hybrid zero road tax? 3 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  How is it that the new BMW 330e plug-in hybrid variant can be zero tax rated when after 25 miles it has to run on its petrol engine when my BMW i3 can...
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  How do we store a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) for six months? 1 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
  We leave our diesel vehicles stored for up to six months with the tanks full to avoid condensation pollution. We're considering changing one of them to...
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  Which second hand SUV should I buy? 15 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at a second hand SUV. My choices are Peugeot 3008, Skoda Karoq, Mazda CX-5 or a Nissan X-Trail. Ideally I'd like a petrol for now. Is there...
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  Buying a convertible - should I choose an Audi or BMW? 4 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy an Audi or BMW convertible, petrol, automatic 1.5-litre (no more then 2-litre). I don't drive long distances. I am looking at cars which...
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  Smart motorways - should we bring back the hard shoulder on all motorways? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  A recent UK holiday using so-called "smart" roads made me question why we are allowing motorists to risk their lives using them. I understand an extra...
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  I have a damaged car to trade in, should I get it fixed first? 22 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I need to change my 2017 car but I had a bump recently and wonder if I should get it mended or trade it in as it is. I've loved the Yeti, but it's started...
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  What's the most comfortable, economical commuter car for a tall driver? 4 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a comfortable, reliable, economical commuter car to cover 25,000 miles per year. I currently own a 2009 Citroen C5 2.0-litre auto diesel....
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  Are the official fuel economy figures for plug-in hybrids accurate? 10 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are the mpg figures for the Jaguar F-Pace petrol plug-in believable? How are they calculated?
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  I'm stuck in Spain during lockdown but my MoT is due soon. What do I do? 12 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm currently in Spain and not allowed to leave Valencia province. My MOT is due on March 7th and I don't know whether I will be able to return to the...
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  More reliable than a Mini Countryman? 7 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I’m in my 30s, work in investment management and use my own car for commuting and business. I currently have a 2016 Mini One Countryman 1.6-litre petrol,...
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  My daughter is a student living away at uni. Where does her car need to be insured - home or at uni? 14 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is a student living away from home. She owns and insures her own car, which remains at our home address during term time, this being her registered...
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  I want an electric car to replace two diesel cars. What do you suggest? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2011 Ford Galaxy auto, mostly for transporting grandkids to school and long motorway journeys. I have a 2007 Fiat Panda for local runs around...
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  Can I legally manufacture some unobtainable spare parts for my classic? 27 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My question is relevant to an old Honda classic motorcycle i have (1960's), which is missing a few parts that are now unobtainable from Honda. Could I...
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  I covered 200,000 miles on my car in the last ten years. Should I buy another diesel now? 17 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Having had my 2004 SEAT Leon Cupra diesel for over 10 years and hitting just under 200,000 miles, I find myself at the stage where the engine requires...
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  My car's DPF is blocked. Can it be cleaned or does it need replacing? 6 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've owned a diesel 2013 Volvo V40 for nearly two years and it has now covered 28,000 miles (short journeys since I have owned it). Recently the message...
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  I'm trying to avoid the London cognition charge. Should I go hybrid or electric? 28 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a really difficult decision to make and I am struggling, so any help would be appreciated. I work as a private hire driver in London and currently...
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  What should I do before I garage my car for a few weeks? 16 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My son wishes to store Land Rover Freelander for several weeks in a barn. The local garage has told him to disconnect his fully charged battery but I have...