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  To ‘B’ or not to ‘B’? 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mercedes B-180 CDI automatic, which I bought new in January 2009. It is my third Mercedes and was chosen over a saloon because of its compactness...
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  Left foot braking 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have long disagreed with your assertion that the left foot should be used to brake when driving an automatic, mainly because the distance ones foot is...
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  Can you recommend a 4x4 for negotiating snow-covered roads? 29 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I live on a hill and my drive is very steep. I did have a BMW X3 which was great, but I foolishly sold it last year for a 1 Series thinking I did not need...
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  Company car or cash allowance? 25 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have just started a new job that is offering a company car with a £330 monthly lease, or £385 cash allowance. Whether I take the car or the cash, I am...
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  Question in respect of DPFs in new Freelander 2 11 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have read your general advice. Can you advise how the regeneration of the DPF in a Freelander 2 works? Does it regenerate anyway when one goes on...
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  Non-stick van 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I (both aged 80) drive a Volkswagen 1.9 Golf manual diesel. A short while ago I asked your advice about changing to an automatic and your advice...
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  I'm moving to Sweden - can I buy a car in the UK and drive it there? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just passed my driving test (I'm 37, an ex-biker) and will be emigrating to Sweden in October for over a year. I would like to know if there are...
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  My automatic 1995 Ford Galaxy is suffering ongoing gearbox problems. 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1995 Ford Galaxy automatic. Recently I've had a problem with the brake lights and not able to select drive when running. I have managed to temporarily...
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  Do we need more draconian penalties for using mobile phones whilst driving? 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Is it me, or are there an increasing number of drivers who flaunt the law on using mobile phones while driving? Every day I see car, van and truck drivers...
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  Stop lights 11 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  After years of manual driving, we are now living in the USA and the car we have is automatic. Sitting at traffic lights with a foot on the brake and the...
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  How does black box insurance work? 9 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have made numerous searches for car insurance and on every one the cheapest by about £50 is a quote from Hastings Direct Smart Miles where you have a...
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  Do I need to drive my car set the tyre pressure monitoring system? 19 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  After I have adjusted all four tyres to manufactures recommended settings and reset the onboard system, a message appears saying 'tyre pressure registered.'...
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  How do you advise I drive my diesel Peugeot 2008 to avoid DPF issues? 10 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 2008 1.6-litre BlueHDI. I'm aware that travelling very short journeys is not good for diesel cars. However, occasionally it is unavoidable...
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  Looking for a hybrid on Motability - what should I get? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm due to replace my current Motability car soon. I test drove a BMW i3 the other day and really like it, however it is not available on Motability, so...
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  How far can I drive my van on a spare wheel? 6 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Fiat Doblo Cargo has 16-inch wheels. How far can I safely and legally drive on its 15-inch space saver wheel?
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  Need a car with a high seating position 1 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have £15,000 to buy a car. It must have a high seating position (I am just over five feet tall, be reliable and feature an automatic gearbox. What do...
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  Which diesel MPV has a chain cam engine? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I wish to buy a secondhand left-hand drive diesel MPV such as a Renault Kangoo or Peugeot Partner but with a cam chain drive, as I live in France. What...
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  Hand dull 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Can you help? I'm replacing my wife's X-Trail 2.5L Petrol Sport 04 Plate and handing it back on a balloon payment deal. I have a 52 plate VW Passat 1.9Tdi...
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  What car should I buy to transport my disabled mum? 7 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm going to have to change my car to help transport my disabled mum. She has been in a Nissan Juke and Skoda Karoq both of which she can get into more...
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  Can I get car insurance while my delayed medical driving licence is being processed? 29 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have been waiting for a medical renewal licence for five months. My insurance is due next month and I am concerned I won't be able to get insured due...