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  The mpg on my car's dash differs from my own fuel consumption calculations - is this unusual? 5 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Jaguar XE, nearly two years old, which averages around 39mpg on the computer set for long periods. 2000 miles ago I decided to check real mpg...
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  Michelin Cross Climate Tyres 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have any feedback on the performance of the Michelin Cross Climate Tyres?
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  What is the best non diesel car with a higher seating position? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2015 automatic, 1.6 Volkswagen Touran TDI. It's driven approximately 8000 miles per year. Bearing in mind that we are in our seventies, what...
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  What cars have the most adjustable seating? 8 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I am disabled and need a car soon with a very adjustable driving position. I would be happy buying an older car and likely to be doing low weekly mileage....
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  Is Michelin CrossClimate still the all-season tyre to buy? 19 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Is the Michelin CrossClimate still the all-season tyre to buy? I think you did mention Nokian had one coming out in late 2015.
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  Why is my SEAT Ibiza losing power? 13 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Recently while driving (mostly uphill) my SEAT Ibiza struggled for power. the problem has started to get worse and the car is now losing power on flat...
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  Will stop/start cause engine damage? 1 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if stop/start systems are bad for engine life? I’ve been told they contribute to the early failure of turbos and I can’t imagine that the...
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  Mazda 6 DPF regeneration frequency 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My new Mazda 6 2.2 diesel auto regenerates it's DPF actively every 150-170 miles regardless of driving habits, is it programmed to do so?
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  Can you recommend a used compact 4x4? 23 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What in your opinion is the best used smallish 4x4? It must be automatic (for my wife to drive), but we don’t mind which fuel type. At present we use...
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  What fuel economy to expect from a Panda TwinAir? 3 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Can anyone advise me on the real mpg which is achievable in the Twin Air petrol version of the new Panda 4x4. Official figures suggest 57 (average) but...
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  I'm tempted by a little Volvo 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm tempted by a Volvo C30 or an S40 to do 8000-10,000 miles per year. But it has to be automatic. Pity they don't do a 1.8 or 2.0 petrol auto. The choice...
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  Citroen Berlingo Multispace Airdream - is it a good choice? 15 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am buying a Berlingo Multispace and am interested in the e-HDI 90 Airdream with semi or full auto and stop/start. Is this a good choice and does the...
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  Is stop start a disaster waiting to happen? 27 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My first experience of a stop/start car was in a hired Ypsilon Lancia. Whilst it worked well, do you think that this is another motoring disaster waiting...
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  I need a spare for my Avensis 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Just purchased a used (2009) Totota Avensis. No spare tyre, only an emergency kit. There is provision for a full spare tyre, so should I purchase...
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  Using Shell V-Power with a classic car? 10 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Owners of classic and vintage cars are being advised that new fuels with ethanol are incompatible with some materials used pre-1960. We are informed that...
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  Why pay more for 'premium' Summer tyres? 6 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Premium tyres size 235/40/18Y cost about £180 per wheel for my Mondeo. Budget tyres same specification cost about £70 per wheel. What am I getting for...
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  High pressure pump for Peugeot 15 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1999 Peugeot 306 HDI2.0 The high pressure fuel pump has packed up, do you have any idea how much these are to replace? Cheapest way possible,...
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  Petrol or diesel Avensis 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Toyota Avensis d4d tourer. I do about 12k miles a year, of which, maybe 4k on motorways. With all the problems I've read about...
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  Buying a used X5 8 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Live in South Africa, second hand X5, between 80-100k kms on the clock, fuel cost not an issue but I`m worried about DMF & Turbo`s. Should I go with petrol...
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  Renault Megane stalling 6 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Our 2006 Renault Megane Sport has a chronic stalling problem, worse after filling with petrol. The garage seems unable to pinpoint the problem. It has...