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Best sub-£2500 automatic? 31 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I may need to replace my not-so-trusty automatic car but only have a budget of around £2500. I need an automatic gearbox (fully auto, not semi), decent... -
Comfortable automatics 29 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have decided to empty the bank to get a good automatic car for my daily commute to work which is all done on motorways. I have a maximum budget of £8,000... -
Best small automatic for £3000? 28 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
Which small automatic would you recommend for £3000? It must have five-doors and be suitable for town driving. -
EAT6 gearbox - do I use neutral when stopped at traffic lights? 1 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
Just bought a 2019 C4 cactus 1.2 petrol with the EAT6 automatic box, our first automatic. I believe it’s actually a manual with an automatic clutch really.... -
Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics? 6 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics? The motoring press have raved about the SEAT Ateca and Mazda CX-5, neither of which are available... -
Should we buy a Nissan X-Trail automatic? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently drive a Nissan X-Trail, and for the North Yorkshire Moors in winter, have found it does just what we have asked of it. We plan to replace... -
What five-door automatic costing £10k would you recommend for urban use? 25 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
What five-door automatic costing £10k would you recommend for urban use? -
What is your opinion of the 1.6 Automatic gearbox fitted to the Hyundai ix20 1.6 petrol 24 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
What is your opinion of the 1.6 Automatic gearbox fitted to the Hyundai ix20 1.6 petrol ? -
What's the best used small car with an automatic gearbox? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a small used car with an automatic ‘box. I have £10,000 to spend and want something that will be reliable, but fun. What do you suggest?... -
Best economical small automatic car for 20 mile commute? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
What is the best small automatic car for economy, not with a EGS type jerky gearbox but conventional auto? Commute 20 miles both ways. -
Peugeot 1007 automatic fault 9 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
While driving the car stopped and on the screen it came up automatic fault the car wouldnt go into gear i switched off the engine and restatred it it was... -
Will the 2012 Civic be available with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox? 29 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Is the 2012 Civic to be a diesel-engined car only? Is there to be a petrol version? And an automatic one? -
What do you think of the Renault Scenic automatic diesel? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am 70 and enjoy the high seats of my Renault Scenic to get in and out. I drive a diesel 1.9 Scenic manual, but would like your thoughts on their automatic... -
Are classic automatics a minefield? 29 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in purchasing a 20th century classic. I can drive manual cars but much prefer automatics and was wondering if there were any classics,... -
Defeeted 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
A recent discussion with some friends concerning left foot braking in an automatic prompted me to write this e-mail. I have driven automatics for around... -
What automatic car would you suggest for an elderly couple? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have decided to swap our 2003 automatic Honda Jazz for an automatic car that has high seats and is suitable for low mileage. What would you recommend... -
Are Ford automatic gearboxes reliable? 26 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am downsizing from a Hyundai ix35 and am considering one of the smaller Fords - the Fiesta or Focus. I want an automatic transmission but I understand... -
What petrol automatics would you recommend to replace my Volkswagen Passat? 2 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to replace my 2010 Volkswagen Passat DSG with a similar sized petrol automatic. I have a budget of up to £25,000. Contenders at present include... -
What cars could you recommend that have a smooth and reliable automatic gearbox? 24 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have the wonderful 8-speed ZF auto box in my 2015 BMW 4 Series. I can't afford to keep the BMW but I do like a silky smooth automatic transmission. What... -
Mercedes-Benz E-Class auto refusing to change gear 1 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate 220CDI, 2008 model. Recently, I have been experiencing problems with the automatic transmission, in that the car...