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  • Replacing a Smart with a different small automatic? 8 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to replace my smart passion as I need to transport a toddler. Want it to be as small as possible and an automatic so the Citroen C1 and Peugeot...
  • The ins and outs 10 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Yaris Semi Automatic and hate the lurching effect. I had decided to buy the new Jazz and now discover from the article in last week's Motoring...
  • What's the best used, small, automatic car? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to buy a used, automatic, small car for my 22-year-old son. It will be his first car and our budget is £3000 - £4000. Ideally it will be a...
  • Automatic increase 31 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Is it inevitable that a diesel automatic cars must have costly high VED rates because of their exhaust emissions? I have looked at the TDCI Mondeo and...
  • Can I disable the automatic locking on my MG ZS EV? 15 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently purchased a 70 plate MG ZS EV. It has automatic central locking when the car travels above a set speed ? 10 or 20mph. Is it possible...
  • Need an MPV with a reliable auto gearbox 16 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am trying to replace my 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso petrol automatic with a car of similar size and a reliable automatic gearbox. However, I'm finding...
  • Buying First Car - Manual or Automatic? 2 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am currently learning to drive in a manual and have actually found it quite easy to do. I am also starting to look at buying my first car. As i'm learning...
  • What's the best small automatic 4x4? 8 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I want a small 4x4 automatic with height to give me a good view like my old 2006 RAV4. What do you recommend?
  • Was the BMW E30 323i an automatic? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
    Having owned A BMW E30 323i in the late eighties, I am sure that I had the manual model but definitely with 'kickdown'. My son disagrees and says it was...
  • Which city car has the best automatic gearbox? 13 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
    What is the best automatic city car to buy? I've looked at the Citroen C1, Peugeot 108 and Toyota Aygo.
  • Are there any small automatic cars available in yellow? 17 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
    What companies sell small automatic yellow cars? I currently have a Skoda Fabia but these are no longer sold in yellow.
  • Is the Ford Fiesta automatic any good? 5 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am thinking of buying a 2012 Ford Fiesta. What are your views of the automatic gearbox on this model?
  • What is the best automatic SUV for £15,000? 28 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have £15,000 to buy a used SUV/4x4, but need an automatic and no older that 3 years.What would you recommend between Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage or Nissan...
  • Where do you recommend for automatic gearbox repairs? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    You have mentioned an expert garage for automatic gearbox problems in the London/SE area. Can you please give me details? I have a Saab 1.9 diesel with...
  • Will a Chevrolet Spark make it to the UK? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Does Chevrolet intend to bring out a Spark automatic in 2013 live they have in other parts of the world? Also is the spark as solid as the Kia and Hyundai...
  • Small automatic for wife with baby 16 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My wife is due to have our baby in October and we need a small automatic hatch which is reliable and around £6,000. Four door and space for baby things....
  • A good value small automatic 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to buy a small car. It has to be safe, reliable, good value for money, cheap to run (tax/insurance/fuel). Preferably automatic. Only doing...
  • Buying a reliable automatic car 8 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Volvo 850 2.5 petrol (465000 miles) and want to get a car with the same specification (automatic) for less than £3000 and to be as reliable....
  • Fraughtomatic 5 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to downsize to a smaller automatic and am quite impressed with the latest Clio (pre-facelift model). Has Renault now sorted its reliability...
  • Automatic choice 3 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I remember reading in one of your past pages in the Saturday Telegraph that you had recommended an auto gearbox specialist. I need one in or near London...
 

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