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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....
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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?
  • Turbo engine cooling - how long before I switch off? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently acquired a Ford Fiesta with the EcoBoost turbo engine to add to our turbo BMW 535i. You have mentioned in the past about running turbos...
  • Should my Mercedes-Benz E280's turbo have blown after 35,000 miles? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a new Mercedes E280 CDI in 2008. Is it reasonable for the turbo to have blown after only 35,000 miles?
  • Swirl flap damage to my 320d - common? 8 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My BMW 320d, 04 plate, broke down a few weeks ago with a clattering sound. It was towed to the garage. They said that one of the swirl flaps had fallen...
  • Aftermarket ECUs 8 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have bought a Mitsubishi Shogun 4 Work, SWB, 3.2 DiD, 2005. So far it has been a great car, tows well, drives better than my Nissan pickup & has a boot...
  • Where do I stand with a parking problem? 24 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
    Where do I stand...? The people who live opposite me persistently park their motor home across the gate blocking access to my field. I live in the house...
  • Flooding 9 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
    This morning during the rain deluge, I drove my Zafira through a deepish puddle (about 8") when I came out the other side it iust died and won't start....
  • Scenic it all before? 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter wishes to replace her Scenic for a similar-sized car that must be reliable. The Scenic has recently had numerous 'electrical' problems. The...
  • Used and abused 14 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a 2003 Renault Laguna 2.2DCI Estate from a non-franchised local car centre last June. It had a new MOT but the advisory note said it had corroded...
  • Twinkle tows 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Your feedback on the Vectra CDTi were taken into account when I acquired, for 'very right money,' an ex-fleet 2006 estate, about 12 months ago, for towing...
  • 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...
  • Should I tow with all-terrain or all-season tyres? 18 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Which should I buy for towing, all terrain or all season? What's best for longevity and mainly grip? Thanks.
  • Failed turbo 10 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
    What do you know about turbocharger re-conditioners? Last week in the Daily Telegraph you replied to a letter from someone who had encountered an engine...
  • How can I prepare my Jeep Cherokee for a long drive with a caravan? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I used to use my 2004 Jeep Cherokee 2.8 CRD Limited to travel backwards and forwards from Exeter to Manchester. More recently we use hire cars, so the...
  • 2009 Mondeo clutch problem 21 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've got a 2009/59 Mondeo diesel - 140hp 2-litre, manual, Titanium X. I bought it from TC Harrison in Peterborough at 10,000 miles; they had previously...
  • What are your opinions on the motorhome lifestyle? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I'm considering buying a motorhome. They all look great in their own ways and I'm doing research, so purchasing something suitable doesn't appear to be...
 

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