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What's on the next delivery cycle for Hyundai to the UK? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
How can I find out the next delivery cycle of Hyundai i20 1.4 diesel to the UK?. I have spoken to several dealers and the sort of answers I get always... -
Battery maintenance on used cars? 17 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am going away for 3 months. My CR-Z will be indoors and my BMW outdoors. I am receiving conflicting advice - never use a trickle charger on the CR-Z.... -
Is box junction enforcement being used as a cash cow? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would suggest to RW that charges for stopping in a box junction are not just ‘a way to extort yet more money from the motorist’ but actually a national... -
Timing belt issue with Peugeot 407 31 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would like to ask about an issue that I had with my 2007 Peugeot 407; I was driving the car when it suddenly stopped. I tried to restart the engine but... -
Lorry lead 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
Could you recommend a suitable second-hand basic, reliable twin-cab 4x4 for my school cadet force? It will be used as a safety vehicle when out in the... -
Should you put grease on battery terminals to protect from corrosion? 15 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
Should you put grease on battery terminals to protect from corrosion? -
Can I reverse the emissions fix by disconnecting the battery? 19 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
My SEAT had the "fix", which has ruined the performance and fuel consumption and will likely lead to EGR failure in the future. Can I reset it by disconnecting... -
MG cooling issues 7 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Could you please tell me why the water keeps boiling in my MGZR 160? It doesn't do this when driveing only when stationary -
Xenon headlights 6 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Got a problem with my offside xenon headlight not working. Tried a 2nd hand replacement which worked for a day and then went again. I'm lead to believe... -
What's causing my Audi A4 to misfire? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Audi A4 recently developed a misfire on number two cylinder. I've replaced the spark plugs but that didn't resolve it. I checked the coil pack and leads,... -
What's making my Volkswagen Polo hesitate when pulling away? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Polo 1.4SE automatic hesitates when pulling away from stationary. It feels like the electronics are confused. This also happened on my Audi... -
Plug leads 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
My second point revolves around the new breed of electric plug in cars. I read a little while ago that GM is to bring a number of Ampera to the UK for... -
Can I have my air con regassed with older refrigerant? 17 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can I have my 2017 Peugeot 3008 air con regassed with older spec refrigerant substituted to cut costs? -
Why won't my Renualt Kangoo van start? 25 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Renault Kangoo 1.9d stopped and now won't start. I've got the ignition light but no glow plugs light on dash and it won't turn over. What can I do? -
Is low mileage good on a used car? 29 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife insists on low mileage, but I consider average, say 10 to 12,000 per year, is best. Who's right and why? -
Volkswagen Golf Winter Tyres 8 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 VW Golf GTD and i want to fit winter tyres. The ride is uncomfortable on the stndard 17-inch wheels so I ask if it is allowed to fit a smaller... -
Is my car going to fail its MOT if the exhaust touches the fuel pipe? 2 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 1983 Saab 99 two months ago with a 12 month MOT. It had no advisories. I recently had an exhaust system fitted. It was mentioned by the mechanic... -
Why are wiring problems not covered by extended warranty ? 23 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago I bought a second hand Citroen C4 Picasso automatic from a local dealer. I also paid to extend the warranty for 12 months. Within a month,... -
Is real fuel consumption among modern cars static or increasing? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Like so many car owners I have experienced increasing difficulty achieving the EU fuel efficiency of the various cars that I have owned. I suspect that... -
I've found an easy way of repairing the hydraulic master cylinder on classic cars such as Minis. 27 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
One of your readers couldn't get his 1962 Mini's master cylinder replaced. You suggested changing the anterior running gear with that from a later Mini...
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