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  Could you recommend an economical company lease car capable of towing a caravan? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  It's time to replace my company lease car again. My choice of car has to meet a tight window of requirements, balancing weight (for pulling a large caravan),...
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  Pick and mix 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering trading in my Autotrail Cheyenne motorhome and unused car (2004 Mercedes C270 Estate) and going back to towing a caravan with a new towcar....
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  Pull the other one 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I totally agree with the comments of N.A., Darlington that caravans should be subject to road tax. Although it is not a mechanically propelled vehicle,...
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  If I am buy a new trailer do I need to display my number plate when collecting? 26 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  If I buy a trailer for a car anywhere in the UK, can I collect it from the seller without having the correct number plate on the trailer?
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  Should I go for petrol or diesel with my next car? 23 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of replacing my 2012 diesel Volvo V50 with a 3 or 4 year old Porsche Macan. Should I go for the 2.0 petrol rather than the diesel variant?...
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  What's the likelihood of my old diesel campervan being banned in Europe soon? 8 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I own a campervan with a Euro 4, 3.0-litre diesel engine. I'm becoming concerned that, because of anti-diesel legislation in the UK and Europe, it will...
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  Is tax on diesel cars really going to go up? 31 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Am I wrong to completely rule out buying a diesel car? Is tax on diesel really going to go up enormously?
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  Is it normal for Continental tyres to wear down so quickly? 10 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has a large Volkswagen 4x4 to tow a horse box. She had Continental tyres fitted and they have only lasted 4600 miles. Is this unusual?
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  SUV buying advice 4 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have between £5k-7k to spend on an SUV. I'm torn between a Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Shogun elegance. Any thoughts?
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  New car for retirement - please recommend 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am retiring in 6 weeks. I want a vehicle to transport wife, grandchildren, dogs and lots of luggage on holiday. I may also want to tow a small...
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  Volkswagen Touareg replacement - what should I buy? 14 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5d SE manual with 140,000 miles, which I have owned from new. I am now looking for a replacement that will be capable...
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  What fuel economy will I get from a Mondeo 2.3? 25 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am going to look at a Mondeo 2.3 Auto Ghia 2009 26thousand miles on the clock. (Petrol). Thinking of towing a caravan and need for room. Is this a good...
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  Hot turbos and stop/start 21 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  This car has Stop/Start technology. It can be switched off if one remembers in time. You recommend allowing an engine to run at idle or thereabouts...
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  Which medium diesel 4x4 will give 40mpg or more? 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We own a 1997 Subaru Legacy which is in need of replacement. We'd have another for its all-round ability, but the fuel consumption of the petrol models...
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  Unperturboed 14 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a March 2003 BMW 320d. I saw in your car by car breakdown entry on BMW 3-series E46, that 320d prior to October 2003 are prone to...
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  Should I get a diesel Skoda Kodiaq if I only do 7500 miles per year? 5 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I’m thinking of buying a Skoda Kodiaq. Not sure whether to go for the 150PS petrol or diesel variant, particularly with the current anti-diesel campaign....
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  Replacing a Ford C-MAX - what should I get? 31 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of changing my 2007 Ford C-MAX with something new, which must be comfortable and capable of towing a small trailer. What do you suggest I...
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  Fused link on battery cable 15 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am trying to find out the rating of the fused link on the cable to the battery terminal. The fuse on my Citroen Xsara Picasso has blown due to a poorly...
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  Does the Nissan Qashqai suffer DPF problems? 12 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Nissan Qashqai diesel for towing my 1300kg caravan, but have concerns about the DPF. Would the 1.2 petrol engine be powerful...
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  Which 4x4 is best for £6000? 6 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of £6000 and I live rurally. I need a 4x4 for towing small loads/caravan. I will travel 25,000 miles a year. What do you suggest I buy?