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  Best car for short journeys? 27 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Which is the best car for short journeys? My Ford Puma isn’t apparently driven enough to recharge so twice the battery has drained in the eight months...
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  What's the best hybrid with comfortable, adjustable seating? 2 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a hybrid car with a reasonably high driving position. It doesn't have to be an SUV but must have good visibility and a comfortable, adjustable...
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  Is it normal to need a new clutch after eight year? 15 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have just had a new clutch and wing nut fitted to my 2013 Audi A3 - is this a normal fault? We bought the car 8 years ago. Is it my driving?
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  Can you recommend a used small van with good mpg? 30 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  We need a small van for driving to customers' homes to complete surveys/quotes across the west country, and occasionally moving goods between territories...
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  Can I change my Kia Sportage wheels for off-road driving? 17 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  On your advice I have bought a Kia Sportage. I’m just wondering about the wheels. It has low profile tyres and I’m concerned that these may not be sufficiently...
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  Do Mazda 3s have battery problems? 25 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Do new Mazda 3s suffer from battery problems? We went for a test drive today and the salesperson had to charge the battery before the car would start....
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  What's the best £20k SUV for fuel economy? 17 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 15-plate Honda CR-V 1.6 diesel. I still want a diesel and like the elevated driving position but need something that will deliver mid 50's+ real...
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  Can you suggest an automatic car that handles potholes well? 10 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Due to a painful left knee, I need an automatic car. I currently drive a Kia Venga and I like the high driving position, although my husband says it’s...
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  Should I go for a petrol or diesel if I drive 10,000 miles per year? 24 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I’m buying a BMW X1 but I’m not sure which engine to get between the 1.8 diesel or the 2.0 petrol. I drive around 10,000 miles a year - probably 70/30...
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  I want a plug-in hybrid but can't park on my drive. What are my options? 13 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying a plug-in hybrid but can't park on my own drive. I do have off-road parking, but in a shared area. So I wondered if any progress...
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  I have £6000 for something reliable and stylish. Recommendations? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have up to £6000 (could push for a little more) to spend on a car. I want a reasonably economical to run/repair model, but with a bit of punch and flair....
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  Will my DPF get blocked if I don't use my car while in lockdown? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Will it harm my DPF filter if I don't use my diesel car at all during coronavirus lockdown?
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  Should leave my car running on my drive to keep the battery charged? 8 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I haven't used my 2018 Ford Fiesta for three weeks now and probably won't be using it for a few weeks more. Should I start it up on my drive and leave...
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  I got a speed fine when driving in France, do I have to pay it? 21 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have received a speeding fine for doing 76kph in a 70kmh whilst in France from amendes.gouv.fr. Is this a genuine fine and, as a British citizen, do...
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  Why are my tyres wearing more on the inside? 12 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Suzuki Vitara and the Suzuki technician reports that all four tyres are wearing on the inside more than the rest of the tyre. He recommends wheel...
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  What small car is suitable for my ageing back? 13 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my Ford Fusion to help my ageing back. I am 6ft2 and have a long back. My budget may stretch to £5k, but like all pensioners, I want...
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  I car reversed off a drive into me as I was carrying out a three-point turn - who is at fault? 18 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I was doing a three-point turn at the bottom of a cul de sac and as I clicked out of reverse to go forward, a car reversed off their drive into me. They...
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  Is a budget of £4000 enough to get a good first car for our son? 8 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My son is currently taking driving lessons and is ready to drive a non-dual control car. We intend buying a Ford Fiesta for him circa £4K. Which model...
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  How do I best maintain a diesel car? 18 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 1.5-litre diesel Dacia Logan MCV. It's my first diesel car. I bought it over petrol this time as I'm driving further to work and it...
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  What car is easy to get in and out of? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My partner has been diagnosed with cancer and finds it very difficult to step in and out of her Mercedes C220 CDI. We're looking for a car that would be...