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  Can you recommend a compact but spacious SUV? 18 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve had my MINI Cooper four-door automatic since 2015 and have loved driving it. However, as my husband and I get older, with more aches and pains, we’re...
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  Which small automatic car should I buy? 29 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a small, reliable car that is easy to get in and out of, easy to drive and park, with good visibility. I driver less than 1,000 miles...
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  My Ford Kuga broke down at 65,000 miles - is the dealer responsible to fix it? 11 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi automatic two years ago, with approximately 50,000 miles on the clock. It started juddering and displayed a transmission...
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  Why is my automatic transmission sluggish in the winter months? 7 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 1998 W208 series Mercedes-Benz 320 CLK that's had oil changes every 9000 miles and has been utterly reliable since new. The 3200cc M112 series...
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  Automatic headlight problems 27 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I saw the recent comments regarding daylight running lights and difficulty in seeing the indicators, and want to share my experience on automatic headlights....
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  What do you think of the automatic gearboxes in the B-Class, A3 and Golf? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My shortlist of new cars is down to three: Mercedes-Benz B-Class, Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf, all with automatic gearboxes. I am aware of your reviews...
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  What could be causing my Honda Jazz automatic to 'judder' when pulling away? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I would be grateful for your opinion and advice with a problem I have with my Jazz. It is an automatic purchased new in September 2003, with 33,000 on...
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  Can you recommend a comfortable automatic car with good access, as I have a bad hip? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm 88 and am actively recovering from a replaced right hip. The need to be fully able to control the car in an emergency situation is prompting me to...
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  Disastra zone 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My husband's trusty and very ancient Vauxhall Astra 1.6 automatic has finally given up the ghost and he needs to replace it quickly with a very reliable...
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  Whereafore auto 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  For over 50 years I have been driving conventionally geared cars I am now 81 and considering moving to a slightly smaller car, an automatic Fiesta in place...
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  I've been left-foot braking since I first drove a go-kart. 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  When I first drove a go-kart, I discovered that the brake pedal was on the left and the accelerator on the right. It struck me what excellent control this...
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  Feetal position 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I actually know an automatic right foot only driver. Although she didn't kill or injure anyone, she managed to create mayhem and damage six other cars...
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  Could you recommend a suitable vehicle with a large boot and easy access for my in-laws? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My in-laws are both in their early 70s and intending to replace their 53-reg Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec. Their budget is £10,000 plus trade-in. They've mentioned...
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  Can you recommend a replacement for our Honda Accord which has a more comfortable ride? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Honda Accord which I find has a very hard ride. Any rough surface or small potholes cause discomfort, particularly for my wife who has a...
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  Giving it lurch 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  1st June saw the re- opening of the Honda factory at Swindon, and if the press are to be believed they are pinning great hopes on the production of the...
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  Mobile hones 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have just been given the highest rate of DLA mobility allowance and therefore am entitled to make use of Motability. Is it worth me doing this? At the...
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  What automatic car do you recommend? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have an Audi A6 estate and a VW Polo both auto total value at the mo £16-£17K. We are looking to consolidate sell 2 buy 1. Maybe something...
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  How do I tax a car without a valid MoT? 27 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Car MoTs are suspended for six months. How do we tax the car without a current MoT? I cannot see it covered on the uk.gov website or find it online.
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  Why are the gear changes in our Fiesta automatic clunky? 24 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  While my daughter has been on holiday I have been using her 2012 Ford Fiesta. I’ve not driven it for a while but have noticed this time that the gear change...
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  What's the best car for a folding wheelchair user? 7 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend a car for my husband and myself? He's 78 years old and uses a folding wheelchair so we need a big boot. We do 10,000 to 12,000 miles...