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Is it worth replacing the faulty gearbox in our Peugeot 206? 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2006 petrol automatic Peugeot Allure 206. The car came up with an ‘Automatic Gear Box Failure’ recently. We took it immediately to a Peugeot... -
I'm buying a new Hyundai i10 automatic when they are finally in stock - should I drive with two feet or one? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am ordering the new Hyundai i10 1.2 Active automatic as you suggested. It seems there will be none available (at least in black or silver) before some... -
What's your view on left-foot braking when driving an automatic? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
For many years I have driven automatic cars and have always used my left foot for braking, I understand that you recently published an item on which foot... -
Avoiding surgery - automatic driving 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
It amazes me when I read the number of letters you receive querying the use of the left foot on automatics. The surge caused by a fuelling problem you... -
Good Manners 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have driven a Hyundai Matrix 1.8 for the last seven years, from new, and never had any trouble with it. I am 73 years old and don't do many miles. I... -
Beef: jerky 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
A family friend has recently replaced a much-loved last generation Toyota Corolla automatic with a new Yaris MMT. She is extremely disappointed with her... -
Which automatic cars under £10k have the best mpg? 22 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for an automatic under £10k that has good mpg figures. I’ve previously been recommended the Hyundai i20 and the Kia Picanto but the mpg ranges... -
Should I buy the automatic Nissan Juke for motorway commuting? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm 24 and I'm looking to buy a new or secondhand car. A lot of my driving is on the motorway and do at least 10k miles a year. I'd like an automatic as... -
What's a good family car on a £10,000 budget? 25 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
We need to buy our first family car. We have two small children, so need room for a buggy. It will be mostly used for short journeys, but with some longer... -
What is the best £7k hatchback auto for comfort and easy access? 18 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a small to medium-size hatchback with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox. I cover 5000 miles a year and have £7000 to spend. I currently... -
What's the best automatic van for a camper conversion under £5k? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a panel van to convert into a camper. It needs to be auto so I can share the driving with my wife and it has to be under 5.3m to be able... -
Is the Skoda Yeti auto gearbox problematic? 24 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My wife favours a used Skoda Yeti petrol auto for local, rural journeys and the occasional long trip. I hear that the Yeti automatic gearbox can be iffy.... -
Buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class - manual or automatic? 9 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class and have a bit of a problem as to what to buy. I have always preferred to change gears myself and would... -
What is the Suzuki Baleno automatic like? 5 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have owned three Suzuki Swifts and now, due to a disability, need a larger car that can hold a wheelchair and three people. The new Suzuki Baleno appears... -
Can you recommend an SUV that's cheap to run? 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for the most economical 4x4 to tow a trailer with two horses. It must be automatic, low tax and cheap to insure. Any ideas? -
Replacement for Passat diesel automatic? 22 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
We have had two Volkswagen Passat saloons and find that the 2.0-litre TDI combined with the DSG gearbox to be a good combination. In considering a replacement,... -
Which automatic cabrio? 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
We currently have an automatic 1.6 Mazda MX5. We need an automatic due to the wife being profoundly deaf. Sue has set her heart on a convertible with a... -
Do you foresee any problem adapting to the automatic gearbox of a Verso Multidrive S? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having owned a 2003 Toyota Verso Spirit for seven years, we are looking to sell it. We have had seven years of trouble-free motoring, therefore our intention... -
Looking to replace my Zafira - suggestions? 3 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace a tired Zafira, with a budget of £5K max. Needs to be automatic and have a high driving position. Would prefer seven-seater but... -
What automatic transmission congestion-charge free cars are there? 1 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
A 79 year-old relative wishes to buy a congestion-charge free car BUT it must have automatic transmission. I have spent some time looking in to this...
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