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  Winter draws on - the right car needed 13 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We live at the top of a country lane which is above the winter snow line and so are looking for a capable 4x4, but one which is not too big (but big enough...
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  Struggling with ABS issues 3 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I had my ABS modulator replaced 15 months ago - and then my front o/s speed sensor. But then the warning lights came on yet again - both front speed sensors...
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  Jaguar extended warranty - is it worth it? 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2012 Jaguar XFd S is three-years old soon and I have been offered an extended warranty by Jaguar. My question is are there any known major failures...
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  Maintaining a MX5's roof? 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need to renew the waterproofing on my MX-5 hood and your FAQ list is very helpful about recommending RENOVO but then I find they have different products...
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  Coasting in neutral - bad for economy? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The Department of Transport says in one its leaflets: "Don't coast downhill or towards lights in neutral as this uses more fuel" Is this true? The leaflet...
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  Wheel sizes for Fabia vRS 25 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I live in the country and drive a Fabia VRS 2011 shod with 205/40/16s. The roads are terrible. Apart from frequent punctures (potholes), the ride is very...
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  Should we buy a supercharged or turbocharged MINI? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife would like a MINI Cooper S and I've been told that some were supercharged and others turbocharged. Which, in your opinion, is the better option?...
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  Where can I sell my Ford Transit camper van? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I wonder if you are able to recommend suitable contacts (magazines, websites or auctions) to sell a Ford Transit-based 2-berth camper. We are in our late...
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  Are DSG automatics ok? 22 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I want a small automatic and was wondering about the Skoda Fabia. Have been told by friends that DSG autos are not a good choice. Is this so? Otherwise...
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  Tyre pressures on a Hyundai ix35 6 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Pease can you tell me if there is a site where I can discover the correct pressures for my Hyundai ix35 4WD. As recommended by your good self, I bought...
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  Tyre Noise Problem - Insignia Tourer 11 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I just purchased a year old Insignia Tourer SE diesel auto. Its done 8,500 miles and is fitted with Bridgestone Potenza 245/45/R18's. The road noise...
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  Part exchanging a 'wreck.' 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to buy a Mini Cooper S, and part-exchanging a Ford Ka. The Ka is not worth very much, has rust and the driver door lock is dodgy. We have...
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  Vice Verso? 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Toyota Verso petrol model. The 1.8 however is only available as a semi-automatic and is called a Multidrive and has CVT technology....
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  Long lost Vitesse 13 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Last week's Telegraph report on the London to Brighton Classic Car run was illustrated with a photo of a Triumph Vitesse reg. VAP 509H. I owned this car...
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  Cost of fuel 4 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Looking at the AA comparison site, 23 out of 28 countries have cheaper diesel than petrol, and the average cost of diesel works out at £1.03/litre (1.22...
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  A model company 11 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Yesterday morning I decided to order from an online company called Model Car World a die-cast scale model of the Jaguar S-type I own. To my surprise and...
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  Driving courses 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In response to one of your published letters in today's Telegraph, can I make you aware of our driving courses available for under 17's? We run four 'staircase'...
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  Why is my Peugeot 205's engine jumping under load? 11 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9. When I'm changing up to second gear at around 2000 revs, the engine jumps like it wants to leave the body. It's had a new...
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  I can't open my BMW 523's door with the key or remote - any ideas? 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 523 E39, a stunning car. Unfortunately I'm unable to open the driver's door using my key or remote. I have checked all the fuses and the relays...
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  How can I prevent my Volvo S80's battery from going flat when left? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo S80 D5 and when I leave it, say, at an airport for more than about 12 days, the battery goes flat because I can't see how to lock the car...