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  V60 or 508 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Whick car do you recommend? Volvo V60 DRIVe(powershift) or the Peugeot 508 EMG? I have tried them both, but read so many reviews about the bad 508...
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  My Citroen C4 automatic goes into 'Limp' mode despite having a new stop light switch - why? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C4 automatic is a sweet car and the automated manual transmission works superbly and smoothly. My 56-plate example is ex-Motability and has...
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  Can you recommend a small, automatic car with a raised seating position? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a small automatic, and because of my age, thinking of buying one online as elderly ladies and second hand car salesmen don't really mix....
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  Can you recommend a petrol car for towing a caravan? 13 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Given that diesel is becoming an anathema, can you suggest petrol automatic cars that are good for towing caravans?
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  Is a hybrid worth the extra money? 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is the Toyota Yaris Hybrid worth the extra cost over a standard automatic? I want to buy a new and economical car and can't decide between the two.
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  What upright cars are there? 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Am looking for a car with upright seating and need some advice. I want something similar to Ford C-Max.
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  What's the best medium-sized automatic car? 14 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a medium sized automatic 2015-2017 for under £10,000. I want low mileage and five doors. I currently have a 2013 Peugeot 207SW diesel...
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  Buying my own car for the first time in thirty years 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I’m going to retire in the next twelve months and will be forced to buy my own car for the first time in more than 30 years. The last six company vehicles...
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  Which large automatic SUV is capable of towing? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I own a Passat turbo diesel estate and a diesel Shogun, both of which we are very pleased with. We are now retired and wish to only have one...
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  What hybrid automatic car do you recommend for me? 29 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I need a new Hybrid automatic car for driving on country roads with driver asst on something like a Mini, a VW Golf, a Skoda, Toyota, etc. If these are...
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  My Citroen C1 makes a beeping sound when travelling uphill or when cold, what could it be? 27 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have an automatic Citroen C1. I am getting a beeping sound particularly when the car is cold and/or going up hill. There is no warning sign. It's not...
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  If I transfer my private plate to a car that already has one, do I automatically keep the old plate? 24 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a private reg that I would like to put on a car which already has a private plate on it. When I put my private plate on it will the other private...
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  What automatic car do you recommend for around £5,000? 7 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a practical automatic medium-sized workhorse car for around £5,000. The Ford C-Max 2.0 TDCi fits the bill, but does this model have the...
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  What's the best small SUV with an automatic transmission? 10 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to change my current car after the winter for a small SUV. I have back and left knee ligament trouble so an auto box is preferable. I'd be...
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  Need a reliable and affordable small automatic car - should I buy a Toyota Yaris? 28 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I remember reading one of your columns about the Toyota Yaris. I am looking for a second-hand automatic car and would like to know which are the models...
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  What's the best used car with 4WD under £7000? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Currently, I'm driving a 20-year old Mercedes C-Class automatic (love it, besides its rust and repairs). I'm looking for a spacious, used car under £7000,...
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  My car struggles at 30mph but refuses to change down a gear - is this a common issue with modern autos? 13 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My 2018 Jaguar E-Pace struggles at 30mph but refuses to change down a gear. There is a similar problem at 50mph (common speed limit at motorway roadworks)....
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  Is Ford keeping the Mondeo in production? 28 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is Ford keeping the Mondeo in production or not? If they are, is the Vignale still going to be offered? Also, is the Powershift automatic gearbox still...
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  How do you rate a 1994 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5 petrol automatic as a camper? 6 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  How do you rate a 1994 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5 petrol automatic as a camper? It has 43,000 miles on the clock. I am familiar with the Autosleeper conversion...
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  What vehicle do you advise for heavy duty towing? 22 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I need to use an automatic for towing. Do you have any advice on what vehicle to buy?