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  Would you support the use of pneumatic speed humps? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  When visiting southern Spain recently, I found an article in an English language newspaper that may be of interest to you. Although I support your campaign...
• Citroen C3 Picasso. - Full size spare. - Citroen Assist 31 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  I have just purchased a new Citroen C3 Picasso and, as I drive too and from Spain twice a year, opted for a full size spare wheel. It was with some irritation therefore that I discovered that it did not fit into the recess where the skinny spare sits. This is not a problem on the outward
• Suzuki Grand Vitara 5dr - help! bought 4.5k car, 2 weeks later needs 5kwork 30 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  and is going back to spain in 3 weeks, speaks tiny amount of english, but my question is i have heard that  the dealer has a responsibilty for 6 months after they sell it... but does that pass on to me as the new owner of the car?? I have no money so cannot afford to repair this car, and am really
• Peugeot 306 - rattle noise.. loud.. 24 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  2001 Peugeot 306...1.9d non turbo.. 120,000 miles.. In Spain.. very good shape.. I just returned from a 700 mile roadtrip. After approximately 200 miles I was driving on the highway around 65mph and all of a sudden the tyipical "nuts and bolts in a coffee can" noise appeared
• £1500 to spend this weekend 11 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  family problems) we are still yet to purchase a car, so this weekend has been dedicated to the search. We want something a bit different, with a big engine that will get us round our 4000 mile trip to Southern Spain and back with the minimum of hassle, in the maximum of comfort. Short-list so far
• 3 Fords, but which one? 25 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  -roads abound) and one that's economical, and with their new place in Spain, one with a huge boot. So here's the thing... I suggested (as a Focus owner) an old-shape Focus 1.8 TDCi Ghia estate with all the bits, one of the last (05) - £9k. But then I realised that for a little bit more (£1k-2k) you can
• Spaniards and their driving 7 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Just come back from two weeks in (very) sunny Spain. All I can say is that the Spanish method of driving is barmy. It seems to consist of driving as close to the vehicle in front as possible until they get out of the way. The parking was hilarious. Any free space (pedestrian crossing, junction
• Peugeot 406 2.1 TD, engine cutting out. 28 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  . Yesterday the engine stopped again for a second and a further twice all within the space of half a mile, but was then O K for ten miles home. The problem is I am due to go to Spain on Sunday 3 April, towing a caravan, for six weeks and I am worried about what may happen. My garage suggested a new fuel
• UK specs? 23 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  find where a specific car is build? I know that Renault has factory in France and SPain but where else? I hope that this is not too many questions and also I am sorry for my poor english ( I am only french :) Best Regards Philippe Le Toquin
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  Can I get UK breakdown cover for a foreign-registered car? 17 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I live in Portugal and am planning return trip to UK. I may drive to UK in my Portuguese-registered car insured by a UK approved insurer. My breakdown...
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  We need a car with good ground clearance but most SUVs don't meet the requirement. What do you advise? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My partner and I are very fortunate to be taking early retirement and moving to Spain soon. Our property there is at the end of a 2km farmers' track, so...
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  What do I need to know when driving from UK to mainland Europe in an EV? 14 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What should drivers be aware of travellng from the UK to destinations in mainland Europe in an EV? I have friends who have driven distances of several...
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  How can we update a V5C if we're in another country? 30 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have my car registered at my address and will transfer it to my wife as new main driver at her address (2 houses). Insurance is in place but...
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  What's a good car to replace our BMW i3? 25 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I love driving our BMW i3 Rand Extender but now we have a place in Spain, we need another car for journeys south. It should be comfortable with fuel range...
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  Are Italian tickets enforceable in the UK? 14 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I received six tickets from Italian police in 2017. I responded to the original tickets at the time with an explanation, giving the driver details. I heard...
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  Can I return my car because the navigation mispronounces place names? 28 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Skoda Karoq. The pronunciation of certain towns is terrible, I live in Lichfield, but it says Lychfeld. I have spoken to Skoda and they seem to...
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  Do I need an IDP to drive a hire car in Greece after Brexit? 5 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have read with interest debates on driving abroad post-Brexit with your own vehicle, but what about a hire car? This Easter we will visit friends on...
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  Should a spare wheel be smaller than the standard wheels? 17 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Kia Niro which I am taking to France this autumn and to France and Spain next spring. I don't wish to rely on the supplied tyre repair kit so...
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  European insurers focus on the vehicle rather than the driver - why don't UK insurers operate like this? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  After living in France for some years, and insuring a car which covered all drivers, I cannot understand why UK insurers base prices on the driver rather...
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  Why does our new Volkswagen Touareg R Line gearbox keep shuttling between the higher gears? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We replaced our 2013 Volkswagen Touareg with a brand new 262PS R Line + auto six weeks ago. At 60 - 70mph the gearbox constantly shuttles between gears...