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  How do I start my car with the immobiliser stuck on? 31 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 2001 Renault Megane immobiliser is stuck on, I have no code and just the one key so I can't start my car. Please help.
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  Do you think there should be a setting so headlights are always on? 30 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In recent misty weather the number of people without lights, or sidelights, on amazed me. From a safety perspective I believe that there should be one...
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  Will the Great Wall Haval M4 be coming to the UK? 30 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In Malaysia recently I tested the Great Wall Haval M4. It was exactly what I would be looking for in my next car - a torque converter auto, proper hand...
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  Why is my car slow when starting from cold? 22 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Mercedes-Benz ML270 CDI (2004) is a bit sluggish when starting up from cold in the morning - it's only just started happening. I have to press harder...
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  Does my Honda Jazz need a new battery? 16 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We own a Honda Jazz. It fits our needs perfectly as iur mileage is very low, with lots of short runs. The car has not been driven for about six weeks due...
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  Looking for an executive car for £6500 - any recommendations? 12 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have up to £6500 to buy a car. I am in my mid-50s and cover 15,000 miles a year. I'd like a car with a good drive, lots of everyday comfort and decent...
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  Audi A3 TDI problems following emissions update 5 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi A3 TDI was recalled two months ago for emission modification work. Since then it has only done 400 miles and developed problems with the engine...
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  Need a cheap and economical petrol car for long commute 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I will shortly be embarking on a 170 mile twice weekly A-road commute. I will also be doing lots of motorway driving the rest of the time, so will probably...
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  What's the Chevrolet Captiva like? 29 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Chevrolet Captiva. It's got 81,000 miles on the clock and the trader is asking £3995.. It's got service history and MoT until...
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  Renault Kadjar problems 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I see that you are testing the Renault Kadjar as a long term test car. Have you had the same problems as me or is your press car specially prepared? The...
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  Can you recommend a rugged used 4x4? 29 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a rugged and practical 4x4 as a local run around. Not keen on Land Rover. Something ex-military would be good. Any ideas?
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  Why does my Nissan Navara need a new DPF? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2016 Nissan Navara, which needs a new DPF after just four months. This is my 4th Navara and never had issues before. There is no mention of the...
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  Vauxhall Meriva steering pump failure 10 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Vauxhall Meriva (2010 model) has just suffered a power steering pump motor failure . The vehicle has only covered 21,000 miles and the repairs have...
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  What's the best replacement for a Honda CR-V? 10 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I want to change my 2009 79K miles Honda CR-V manual petrol. I like the raised driving position, 4x4 is useful at times and the large boot is handy but...
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  Dishonest cyclist claims I hit them with my car - what should I do? 26 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I was driving and waiting to pull out from a side road to a main road in my car. Just before I pulled out I saw a cyclist and therefore stopped. The cyclist...
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  Buying a used 4x4 for £5000 - what should I buy? 2 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a used four-wheel drive vehicle with a budget of anything up to £5000. I don't need off-road capability but I do use some remote roads...
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  Skoda Octavia Estate 1.0 TSI - Is it any good? 8 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a Skoda Octavia Estate 1.2 TSI. However, I have just discovered that the 1.2 TSI petrol engine has been replaced by a 1.0 TSI. Is this new...
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  Which performance Golf is best? 6 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am struggling to decide which quick Volkswagen Golf to buy. Unusually, the diesel-engined GTD costs £500 less than the admittedly quicker and probably...
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  Buying a medium SUV - recomendations? 5 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am replacing a 10 year old Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CDX and am looking at the Tucson SE Nav 1.7 Diesel. I won't be doing more than 8000 miles per year. Is...
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  Which SUV is most economical? 2 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a 2015 automatic Mitsubishi L200. The fuel consumption is awful (max 30mpg). I do around 20,000 miles per year and would like something...