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  Does the owner of a car have to be named as the main driver for insurance purposes? 28 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am the owner and registered keeper of a Peugeot 107 that I have not used for over a year as I now have a new car. The Peugeot is in the garage, untaxed,...
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  I was caught speeding with one of the signs graffitied, can I appeal? 7 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I was caught speeding at 37 mph on the A40 in London, where the speed limit changes from 40 mph to 30 mph. I was driving in the rightmost lane around midnight....
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  Our son had an accident on a country lane with a tractor and trailer - who is at fault? 22 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Our son had a crash on a 'C' class road, with no white lines. He was approaching a blind left-hand bend, on a road which he drives every day, so he is...
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  I was wrongfully named as the driver for a speeding offence - what do I do? 14 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a van owned by a company which back in June was caught speeding. I'm not the only member of staff who uses this van but the NIP was sent to the...
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  Real MPG question 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  This site is great and I believe real mpg database can really be helpful for people. Still, I think real mpg values can be made more accurate by separating...
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  Can you recommend a fun vehicle which is a bit 'different'? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm now 64 and retired but still love cars. We have a nice 2000 model Jaguar XKR coupe for classic car shows and summer day driving. For everyday driving...
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  Should I buy a used diesel? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven Volvos with tremendous satisfaction since 1970, currently a V70 diesel estate, but now at 82 I am finding it difficult to get in and out...
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  How should I prepare my car for driving across Belgium, Holland, France and Germany? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Later next month I will be driving to Germany. The trip will also include visits to Belgium, Holland and France. To comply with the European driving requirements...
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  I need a car with 4x4 capability and good fuel consumption - should I consider a MINI Countryman? 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I wrote to you last year about driving 100 miles a day, 30 across hills on poor roads and 70 on the motorway. I wanted some 4x4 capability, excellent fuel...
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  You may like to read my letter regarding the proposed EU ban on elderly drivers. 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have sent the following letter to the English local press here and in Spanish about the proposed EU ban from driving of elderly drivers. You may find...
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  Defeetist - auto left-foot braking 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Another visit to the auto left foot braking issue. Last week I read that in a test it was proven that a driver using left foot braking brought the car...
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  My two-year-old Peugeot 307 has a major clutch problem. What should I do? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a two-year-old Peugeot 307 in July 2009. It came with six months' warranty left and they gave me an extra six months, which obviously has recently...
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  407 heaven 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have become addicted to your column in the Daily (and Sunday) Telegraph over the last couple of years. As a consequence of this I'm an occasional visitor...
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  Sportomatic 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Having read your car-by-car breakdown I think you’re bang on the money about the two cars we currently have. I would appreciate some advice over a new...
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  What is the best used van for £7000? 9 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best van to buy? I have £7000 give or take and want cheep insurance and tax, reliable and low cost repairs. Not sure what make to go for but...
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  Should I use a rain repellent on my classic car? 20 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 1964 Humber and the wipers are not brilliant, even though I have renewed the blades. Would Rain-X help as I have heard mixed reviews?
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  Do I need to replace my lost driver’s licence? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve lost my driver’s licence which I renewed in April and, as I’m now 73, will need to be renewed again in 2026. As all my details are on the DVLA website,...
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  If the battery pack of an EV is damaged can it be repaired? 12 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I understand that if the battery pack of an electric car is damaged by debris etc on the road, the whole battery pack has to be replaced as it cannot be...
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  Is the 2015 Transit Connect a reliable van? 21 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a 2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6 diesel with 57,000 miles on the clock, I have noticed that it has had a new clutch at 47,000 miles,...
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  Van-like seating position in a car? 12 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for work and find the seating position very comfortable as I have a bad knee which aches a lot in a normal car seat....