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Maz power 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a new Mazda 6 estate auto (petrol). Nice car but limited mid-range torque. Mazda has recently introduced a new range of turbodiesel engines... -
Toyota auris petrol or 1.4 diesel? 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
Which one would you recommend for hassle free driving? -
My tyres are cracked and need replaced at 22,000 miles. Am I owed compensation from the tyre supplier? 6 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a three-year-old Volkswagen Tiguan running on 235/55 R18 100V Hankook tyres. I've noticed that after just over 22,000 miles, all four tyres have... -
Roll reversal 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
With regards to your reply to W.B. on August 15th, I have been driving for 50 years and am now in my mid-seventies. I have never fancied an automatic,... -
What's the best SUV with all-wheel drive? 27 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
What would you say is the best and most fuel-efficient SUV with all-wheel drive? I absolutely love manual cars but will consider automatic. Been looking... -
How do I get my licence back? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have had a clean driving licence for 46 years, never been stopped or charged with any offence. I recently applied to renew my HGV licence and got a letter... -
Got a speeding ticket, but unsure who was driving - what should I do? 5 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I received a ticket for speeding last week, but the date of the offence dates back to October! Both me and my dad use the car and we’re not sure who was... -
My son was wrongly accused of using a mobile phone when driving. 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
On the above I thought it would encourage readers that there is hope in challenging false accusations. My son was in his first year of driving and in the... -
Audi A5 coupe quattro or BMW 330 xDrive? 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the process of choosing my new car. I definitely want a four-wheel drive because I like to drive to the mountains in wintertime. My primary concern... -
I've been caught speeding 4 times in the last few weeks. Will I get a driving ban? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
Could you give me a ball-park figure for my law-breaking driving? Around a year ago I did the speed awareness course after being busted for doing 36mph... -
How can I improve my visibility on the road? 7 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
After resisting the idea of driving in the daytime using headlights in addition to my cars DRLs, I have now decided to join the pack and leave my headlights... -
Is a 1.0-litre engine strong enough for lots of motorway miles? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I do approximately 14,000 miles per year, mostly long distance driving. Is the 1.0 TSI engine in a Skoda Octavia suitable for this type of use? -
Should I leave an auto in neutral when stopped at traffic lights? 11 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Kuga automatic. When stopped for a couple of minutes at traffic lights my habit is to put on the handbrake and select neutral. My adult son... -
Waiting three months for new medical driving licence, what can I do? 24 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I had a seizure 12 months ago and have been diagnosed with nocturnal seizures. I have done my 12 months no driving but because my licence was medically... -
Can you recommend an efficient small car? 2 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a SEAT Ibiza, which I love and thought was environmentally friendly but now I need to change it as I mostly make long journeys between Nottingham... -
What’s the best petrol or hybrid, midsize SUV? 30 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
What’s the best petrol or hybrid, midsize SUV with an automatic gearbox? I don’t need a huge family car but I do need plenty of space/seats that can fold... -
Can I drive my car with warning lights on if the garages are closed? 3 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a Hyundai ix20. I have just noticed that the ABS warning light and the ESP lights have come on. I have checked the fuses and they are fine. As they... -
Can we keep our DSG automatic in D when held on the handbrake? 8 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
We are about to buy a Volkswagen T-Cross DSG which has a manual handbrake. In London we have a lot of traffic lights and historically we have kept the... -
Would a two wheel drive car fitted with winter tyres cope as well as a 4x4 with winter tyres? 11 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am having to change my 2008 Nissan X-Trail and want to buy a more environmentally friendly car. However, I live in an upland area of Wales where we get... -
I sold a car but the insurance is valid for a couple more months - can I drive another person's car on that policy? 9 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I sold my car a couple of days ago and my insurance policy runs until the end of July. On that policy, I’m covered for third party liability when I drive...