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  Why is undertaking still considered 'careless driving'? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What is this latest nonsense of classifying passing on the nearside as careless driving? On a journey from Inverness to Birmingham at the beginning of...
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  Which 4x4 SUV offers good comfort for a bad back sufferer and is reliable for short journeys? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 5-year-old Porsche Boxster and am looking to change it in the next three or four months. I am retired, and enjoy my driving. However,...
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  Pedal carp 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I was interested in your recent reply about left foot braking. If you learn to drive on an automatic that way and never drive a manual, or for that matter...
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  What countries require a Crit'Air-equivalent sticker to drive in? 8 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Do I need a Crit'Air equivalent sticker for Austria when driving in that country? I already have a German and French sticker ready for our trip.
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  How far can I drive with the fuel light on? 25 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  How would I know how many miles I can drive when the fuel light is on before I actually run out of petrol?
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  When can I test drive a car in Scotland? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  If and when will it be possible to road test a car in Scotland?
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  Do I need to tell my insurers of a speeding fine incurred in France? 6 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  As the registered owner of the car, I have received and paid a speeding fine in France. I was not driving nor was I in the car or country at the time....
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  Is an EV a viable choice for driving through France? 29 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying an electric car but I drive a lot in France. What is the situation with charging points and fees please?
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  The interior of my Ford Escort Mk1 smells of petrol when driving - what's wrong? 1 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Escort Mk1 and the interior smells of petrol when driving. The boot has same smell of fumes. What's causing it?
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  Need a cheap used car with a high driving position 7 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a second car. It must be cheap and have a high driving position. I will do less than 5000 miles a year on country roads and am not...
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  Best used small hatchback for £5000? 9 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a smallish hatchback with a budget of £5,000. So far it seems Hyundai i10 and Ford Fiesta are good picks. What would you recommend?...
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  Best small used car for £4000? 11 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a small car for my daughter. I have a budget of £4000 and she’ll need it for rural and city driving. I’m considering the Honda Jazz, but...
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  Mini Coopers - are they reliable? 18 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a 2002 Mini Cooper. The car is immaculate, but the gearbox feels clunky during the test drive. I have read and heard about Mini...
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  Sudden loss of drive 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Help! My 2001 Ford Mondeo 2.0-litre Duratec suddenly lost drive. I can select every gear without using the clutch, with the engine running! Could this...
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  Comfortable mid-sized saloon? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm seeking a comfortable mid-sized car and am considering a used BMW 3 series. Many reports say they can cause/aggravate low back problems due to thier...
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  Which small or medium sized car? 18 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Trying to decide on what auto to buy. Husband no longer able to drive. I want reasonable acceleration and decent safety features. I drive mainly in busy...
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  Replacing a Mazda2 18 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a replacement for my Mazda2 of similar size or a little larger. New or used is fine. I travel 4000 miles per year. Would like a car...
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  Can I remove my DPF? 20 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  As the owner of a 2011 520D BMW touring automatic I only do about 5000 miles a year mainly City driving. I see advertisements for removal of DPF, is this...
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  Expanding family needs larger car 8 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Due to an expanding family it is time to get a larger car, preferably 7 seater. The current 0% finance offer from Toyota seems attractive on the Verso...
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  Undercovered operation 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'll be selling one of our two cars soon. The insurance on the car is due on 01-11-11. I want to sell it before I have to renew the insurance. If I don't...