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  Car hire query 26 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm hiring a car in Spain. Full/Full I understand, but what is "pre-purchase, refunds given"? Until a week ago easyCar said pay for fuel on arrival "plus...
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  Where can I find information on the French government's banning of speed trap detectors? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have attempted to translate a French press release about that country’s new decree banning all forms of speed trap detector whether reader detector or...
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  Costa Bandit 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We have just returned from Spain, where we were robbed on the autopista near Valencia. We parked at the services and went for a coffee, and someone presumably...
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  Santana website in Japanese 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  The website for Santana 4x4 comes up in Japanese. Is there another route to them?
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  Driving in Europe 21 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently returned from a business trip in Germany. I am interested in your viewpoint on French/Belgian/German drivers who are in the habit of speeding...
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  I''ve found a Land Rover Freelander 2 for sale in Spain - is it safe to buy? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am in the process of buying a car UK registered car currently in Spain. The owner moved there some months ago and is arranging the sale via a shipping...
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  What are the regulations for winter driving in Germany? 30 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We are thinking of driving to Warsaw in Poland to visit family at Christmas.We are fed up with hassle of Christmas flying and going by train. We would...
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  Has anyone else reported faulty tyre sensors on the Renault Clio IV? 3 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We own a 2014 Renault Clio Dynamique 0.9 TCe. Over the last 18 months we've had three tyre sensors replaced (under warranty) due to a slow leak in the...
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  Can I fit Polo wheels to my Fabia? 1 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2002 Skoda Fabia estate. My friend is in the process of rebuilding a crash-damaged Y-reg Polo. As he needs three new steel wheels for the Polo...
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  Are satnavs with speed camera detection illegal in Europe? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have read in your columns that France, Germany, Italy, Holland and Belgium do not approve of the use of satnavs with speed camera data. Last March I...
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  Should I consider a diesel or a petrol Focus for a 300-400 mile weekly mileage? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to change my car, and would like to remain loyal to the Ford Focus. I currently drive between 300 and 400 miles every week, the majority of this...
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  Volkswagen Polo or SEAT Ibiza? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a Volkswagen Polo 1.9TDI sport on a 52 plate from new. I am now thinking of replacing it - my only criticism of the car is its hard suspension....
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  What should I look for when hiring a car in Spain? 18 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I shall be hiring a car at Malaga airport in September and I'm uncertain as to the possible pitfalls that may be encountered. What cover should be accepted,...
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  Blinged prejudice 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Mazda6. I read your Mazda6 2.2 Diesel road test on the web site, which is generally very positive, however, at one point you...
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  Identical twins 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My son and daughter in law need a second car and have a budget of £4,000 to spend. The car will be used mainly for local runs but will undertake occasional...
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  Why is so much paperwork issued with a speeding offence? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was recently (January) caught speeding in a temporary speed limit area on a dual carriageway in Essex. Whilst I am not complaining about being caught...
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  Can I have a UK and a Spanish driving licence after the UK leaves the EU? 9 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  As a Spanish resident, I must exchange my UK driving licence for a Spanish one since, whilst in the EU, I can only have a licence from one country. After...
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  My son wants to buy a classic car in Morocco and drive it home to the UK - what are the pitfalls of him doing this? 5 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My son is a student on a year abroad in Morocco. He's fallen in love with an ancient Renault 4 (left hand drive). He wants to buy it and drive it home...
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  Mud flaps 17 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I fitted mud flaps to my Panda and I'm wondering if they're worth it. Fiat normally only allow rear guards, which are fine since they screw into the plastic...
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  Need a new diesel 4x4, but only cover short trips 6 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I live in Jersey, and our Discovery 2 TD5 Auto is about to die. I am looking to replace it with similar, but a bit smaller, with a £20k budget. The...