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Should I replace my Toyota Yaris with a Volvo C30? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Yaris 1.4M D-4D TR which I bought new in 2008. I have been pleased with the car, except for its lack of pulling power going up hills. For... -
Which 4wd vehicle would you recommend for £16,000? 8 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have £16,000 to spend. Which diesel 4wd car would you recommend? The running costs of the Freelander mean that I am having to sell it, but I could ideally... -
What wheels and tyres offer the best ride on the Audi A1? 31 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking at buying a new/used Audi A1 Sportback, but am not sure which wheels and tyres to fit in order to get the best possible ride. Can you help? Also,... -
Honda Jazz - is it chain or belt cam? 8 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
Does the Honda Jazz 1.4 ES CVT have a chain or belt cam drive? -
Will I get a driving ban? 19 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have nine penalty points, with the oldest dating back two and half years ago. Last night I was charged with speeding again, will I get 12 points? -
Engine revs 'catching up' 14 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Whilst driving the engine sounds like it is 'catching up' or 'dropping down' without pressing the accelerator -
A good diesel for £3000 5 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Have a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 on an 02 plate, with 86k. Now I want to change it and would like a good diesel car that's good to drive. Budget £3000. -
ford galaxy 1.9 tdi 2002 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
My hazard lights keep coming on while I am driving, but the hazard switch is not lit, any advice? -
Can ANPR identify the driver of a car? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Do ANPR cameras automatically pick up drivers with just provisional licence, even thought the car has an MoT, insurance and tax? -
What car would be suitable for myself and my wife, who is five feet tall? 30 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife is approximately five feet tall and has difficulty with visibility and reaching the controls in many cars. We currently have two cars, a Ford Kuga... -
Do insurers know about the DVLA's 11-month licence extension? 2 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I learned recently that driving licenses expiring this year have been extended by 11 months. Are the authorities and insurance companies aware of this?... -
Should I swap my front and rear tyres over? 21 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
The second yearly service highlighted a need for the front tyres on my Volkswagen Touran to be changed. This will be the first tyre change. All the tyres... -
Is the Volkswagen Caddy van worth its premium price? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is the Volkswagen Caddy van worth its premium price? I drive Fiat Doblo for work which is comfortable enough and okay to drive. A Caddy would be double... -
An elderly relative's renewal premium is sky-high - what can we do to lower it? 29 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
An elderly relative (86 and in good health) has been quoted a renewal premium of £1562 by Lexus, with whom he has been for some years, for his 2009 Lexus... -
Buying a car for commuting and electric wheelchair transport? 11 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a medium car that I can use for commuting on country roads (20 miles a day), driving around town, and regular motorway driving. The... -
Which diesel SUV for rural use? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We currently drive a Mercedes-Benz SLK and a Fiesta but with both of these cars I am now experiencing back/leg pain after driving for an hour or so. Earlier... -
Is there a way of limiting motorway accidents caused by left-hand drive HGVs? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
In 2006 my son got side-swiped by a left-hand drive Polish lorry. Whilst overtaking in a long slow queue on a motorway, he was clipped on the rear of his... -
I got a speeding ticket on my driving test - and still passed! 5 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was caught on a speed camera during my driving test - but still passed it with flying colours! There must be an error somewhere, especially as the... -
Police letter about not stopping or reporting accident 9 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have just got home and have a letter from the police saying that I am being sought for driving without due care and attention, failure to stop at an... -
What's the best way of ensuring the safe, private sale of my Toyota Yaris for cash? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have advertised my Toyota Yaris for sale privately on Gumtree, Loot and newsagencies today. What is a safe way to receive payment that will satisfy me...