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Is it cheaper to charge a PHEV or run it on petrol? 13 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
Now that we have a £2,500 energy price guarantee will it still be cheaper to charge up my plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) or will it be cheaper... -
What's a good car for a 17 year old? 18 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy my grandson, who's coming up 17 years old, a small car to allow him to start work. I'd like it to be no older than five years, safe,... -
How much extra fuel will be used if I run the air con full time? 23 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
General advice seems to be to run a car's air con continually. How much extra fuel will this use? -
Could you recommend a safe, reliable car for £2000? 12 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My son is starting his first job and needs something to use to commute 35 miles each way via the M25. His budget is £2000. I expect him to drive about... -
Which cars are best for first-time drivers? 8 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm a young first-time driver who's looking for a 10 to 12-year-old car with low running costs. Insurance should be as cheap as possible and the tax possibly... -
Are there any scrappage schemes running? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
Any idea if scrappage schemes might become a reality for electric, or other vehicles, this summer? -
Can we drive somewhere less local to walk our dogs? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
We have four working dogs who need a good walk/run every day. We live on an estate and there is nowhere they can have a good run and exercise. Are we allowed... -
What's a good SUV for a drummer in a band? 27 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
My son is a drummer in a band and struggles getting all his kit into his current Skoda Fabia. Could you recommend an SUV that would be fairly economic... -
I need a low budget 4WD for low mileages - what do you suggest? 27 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I drive lower than average miles per year, 6000 perhaps. I prefer to be sitting up-right, as in a little 4WD. I would like as economical a car as possible,... -
Is there a limit to the distance that a thief can drive a car that they have stolen via keyless theft? 26 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is there a limit to the distance that a thief can drive a car that they have stolen by capturing the keyless code? If so, they would presumably need a... -
Is a petrol van a viable alternative to diesel? 18 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a second-hand medium sized van (1500kg load) for my business, but as I need an engine with some power should I go for diesel bearing in mind... -
I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - what's a good buy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - reliable, easy to park, won't rust away at the roadside and able to stand up to lots of stopping... -
Are there any special precautions I should take to preserve a petrol turbo engine? 1 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a Kia Sportage with a turbo petrol engine. Are there any special precautions on stopping and starting the engine that I should take? And any maintenance... -
My car keeps overheating - what's the problem? 31 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
Recently, I had the water pump changed in my 2005 SEAT Ibiza. It was always at 90 on my temp gauge, but since the pump change it keeps overheating. It's... -
Should I get a hybrid car or an EU6 diesel? 29 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at replacing my Honda FR-V with a Lexus NX or Land Rover Discovery Sport. My heart is with Land Rover, but build quality seems to be an issue... -
What is your advice on buying a 2013 Citroen Dispatch Combi? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
Do you have any advice on buying a 2013 Citroen Dispatch Combi? It's done 45,000 miles. Are they expensive to repair? -
Are turbocharged engines problematic? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
Are all cars with turbos problematic? I keep reading about turbo failures which puts me off buying a new car with a turbo. Do you have to treat these turbo... -
Is buying a low mileage diesel car a good idea? 4 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying a 2010 BMW 118 M Sport Diesel Automatic with only 16,000 miles on the clock. It's in pristine condition, genuine mileage with dealership... -
What fuel should I use in my 1963 Velocette? 17 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
What fuel should I use in my 1963 Velocette? -
I only do 8000 miles a year and want a 4x4 - should I go for a diesel? 30 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need a 4x4 with a high seating position but only cover about 8000 miles a year. I have been offered a good deal on a BMW X1 20d. Do BMWs have the same...
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