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  • BMW X3 or Range Rover Evoque 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering buying new BMW X3 or Range Rover Evoque. Which will give me most joy, comfort, & least trouble?
  • Can you recommend a small car? 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Can you help. We want to buy a car that meets the following specification - A small town car Extremely economical Highly reliable 5 doors An exceptional...
  • Should I buy a Citroen C5? 26 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I'm after a turbo-diesel 2-litre and have £2000. I would like something with room and comfort for long journeys. I like the look of a 110hp C5 any thoughts?...
  • What tyres do you recommend for a Ford Galaxy? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
    We have just acquired a 59 plate Galaxy TDCI automatic which has a complete mishmash of tyres on it with about 4mm tread, and I'm looking to put a matching...
  • What happens to ex-Motability cars after they're given back? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    What happens to all the ex-Motabilty cars after the time comes when they have to be handed back? I am looking to replace our currant car and need a medium...
  • Upgrading, shall we stick to a Honda Jazz? 11 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    We've had a Honda Jazz for six years, it's automatic and we've been very pleased with it. We're now looking to upgrade and there is a hybrid auto available...
  • Mitsubish Outlander 2.2 diesel JURO SST - chain or belt cam? 3 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I know the Mitsubishi Outlander has several diesel versions. I refer to the 2.2 PSA diesel with SST automatic as in the JURO model. Is this engine belt...
  • Should I buy a Laguna? 27 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I am a 71-year-old pensioner and am looking to buy what will probably be my last. I want a petrol Laguna automatic about three years old and I have...
  • Mid sized saloon with comfortable ride 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I like Mercedes but need to change my C180k automatic. What under 50k miles car would you suggest with as many of the features and build quality of the...
  • New car needed to accommodate wheelchair 20 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I am 78. use a stick and wish to change my automatic diesel Ford Mondeo Ghia (04) for something with good access, a boot big enough and accessible enough...
  • adjusting tickover 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I own a 2004 Toyota Avensis automatic with 127,000 miles on the clock. When idling the revs are down to about 400rpm, the car will sometimes stall. My...
  • Why does my Smart car feel like it's labouring at slower speeds? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a new Smart Car which is using a lot of fuel and feels as though it is labouring when trying to keep to 30mph and 40 mph speed limits. Is the car...
  • Do all Honda CR-Vs make a lot of road noise, or is it caused by my tyres? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 3-year-old Honda CR-V 2.0 automatic. I get a lot of road noise - is this a general problem with this vehicle or is it the type of tyres fitted?...
  • Swift not swallow 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
    My new Suzuki Swift 1.5 Automatic achieves 50mpg on a long run and 45mpg around town. This is my first car that beats the manufacturer figures for fuel...
  • Autocratic transmission 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Though it climbs local hills and accommodates golf clubs, the family Smart fortwo has an annoying gear change. What modest automatic should we try next...
  • Town centred 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to upgrade my Skoda Octavia 2.0 petrol auto estate to a more economical car. We mainly use it for town driving and would like to know whether...
  • The MoT extension date isn't showing on the Gov site, so will I still be able to tax my car if the MoT lapses? 31 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    My MoT is due on 4 May and I understand I will get a 6 month extension. However, when I check the Gov website, the date hasn't been extended. If I don't...
  • Which petrol automatic SUV should we buy for motorway and local use? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Over the past four years our situation has changed. I no longer drive due to eye problems and my wife now does all the driving. She is in her mid 70’s....
  • Feetal position 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    With regard to using your left foot to brake an automatic, this will probably only work if someone uses the method from their introduction to driving and...
  • Unintentional consequences 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    The Toyota "sticking accelerator" incident reminded me of the recent report about a family on a USA freeway who were unable to stop their car. Eventually,...
 

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