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  Should we buy a Dacia Duster or a Suzuki Vitara? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  We live in Northern Europe where winters are long and full of snow and the rest of the year is rather rainy as well, so we would like to buy a small 4x4...
• Vauxhall/Audi/Seat - Changing my 2 cars 27 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  by changing the oil and filter at 10k. Tyres - Still on its original set which are Bridgestones. Little road noise and seem to grip we.. Impressionsd thus far. For the money I am very pleased. Fuel consumption is consistently in the mid 50's. Spacve wise the car is a revelation. People
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  Porsche logging 'exceeded revs' from ECU 4 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned several Porsches for more than 10 years and have always properly maintained them with dedicated Porsche garages and warranties. On renewing...
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  Problems with new Jaguar XF 22 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I picked up a brand new Jaguar XF 2.2d SE on 17" wheels in November 2011 and immediately noticed that the whole car was vibrating at anything above 50mph....
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  Con-stand-he-noble 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  You very kindly helped me overcome hesitancy on buying my 1yr old Jaguar XF S V8 back in March this year. All has gone well. It is as you said a fantastic...
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  Axle springer 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to raise a very serious issue over the safety of coil springs Last week, I was driving home from work at about 4 pm in my 46,000 mile 2004...
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  My Thai 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Last September, I sent you an e-mail to ask if you would be good enough to give your thoughts on Chiang Mai in Thailand. Your reply tipped the choice of...
• Mazda Mazda 3 (2004 - 2009) - Piston-Slap Issue, Katano 1,600cc Petrol. 20 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  would be fitted at Mazda?s own cost. Some weeks later, the new short-engine was fitted by the garage , just a week before we were due to drive from the UK to the Czech Republic (CZ). I should explain that although native British and still UK residents, we semi-retired to CZ and are renovating
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  Does having more than 9 years no claims bonus lower your insurance or is that the limit? 12 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have 29 years no claims bonus gained through various insurers and supported by Proof of Bonus documentation. In my experience most insurers, or quotes...
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  I'm selling my car - will fitting budget tyres put buyers off? 10 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have an Audi Q7 with 55k miles on the clock. I'm hoping to trade up to another Q7 in the coming weeks/months. The tyres at the moment have approx 3mm...
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  Is it worth having comprehensive insurance on an older car? 29 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is it worth having comprehensive insurance on an old car (Citroen Belingo MPV 2007) or is third party as good as it gets?
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  I've owned my Honda Jazz for five days but the TPMS warning keeps coming on 14 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  The tyre pressure warning light has come on three times and been reset. I’ve only had the car five days. What is going on? Pressures checked by engineers...
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  My winter tyres have cracked after 15,000 miles, is this normal? 12 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I replaced all the tyres on my Toyota Verso in 2019 with Michelin Cross Climates, now after 15,000 miles cracking has appeared on the front two. Is this...
• Vauxhall Movano - Vauxhall Movano major electrical fault! 30 Jan 2024 (Forum)
  it took them 2 weeks to diagnose? After several hours backwards and forwards on the phone they agreed to knock £15 off, so the repair would only cost me £470 !! Unfortunately i'm self employed and my van is my source of income, being without it has cost me several £1,000's in lost income
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  Our numberplate was cloned and we received a parking ticket, what can we do to appeal? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My wife recently received a parking fine from Euro Carparks for overstaying in a Sainsbury’s car park in Surrey. At the time the vehicle was parked on...
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  My spare key won't hold its code, what are my options? 5 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  The spare key for my VW Passat refuses to hold its code. We first noticed this shortly after taking receipt of the car 2 years ago. Our local garage has...
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  How can I reduce the road noise from my Suzuki Celerio? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 68-reg Suzuki Celerio, it's a good car but road noise is high. Is there any way to lessen it?
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  What is the lifespan of hybrid batteries? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  While there has been considerable research on the life of full EV batteries, I wondered if you have any advice on battery life in hybrid cars. I am looking...
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  Should I straighten my wheels when parking? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  When I learnt to drive in the 1960s I was told to park with the wheels straight for two reasons: to avoid strain on the PAS in full lock and to facilitate...
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  What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson's family are considering purchasing a car for a 17 year old, the budget is £6000 to £8000. Which car would you recommend and suggest they look...