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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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  How do I keep my car's battery from going flat during the lockdown? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What make of trickle charger would you recommend to keep a car's battery topped up during the current lockdown. I'd prefer a type which operates through...
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  Should I be worried about the battery life in my PHEV? 9 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My Outlander PHEV is three years old and has been an excellent car. I'm just starting to have a nag at the back of my mind about battery life and the consequent...
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  Will the batteries of EVs be expensive to replace? 23 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  At some point in the future, the batteries on electric cars will need to be replaced. I have yet to see any indication of the cost of this. I expect it...
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  The battery on my car has run down even though it's just been parked up - what's the cause? 19 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  The battery on my Opel Omega has run down even though it's just been parked up. What's the cause?
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  I only drive five miles per day - would a hybrid car suit my needs? 28 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car to do a round trip of five miles per day. I definitely do not want an electric car, but I would buy a small hybrid if it was any good. Would...
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  Does the cost of buying an electric vehicle include battery leasing? 25 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you help to clarify the cost of buying a nearly new (less than one year old) electric vehicle. Does the price indicated assume that you own...
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  Does my Honda Jazz need a new battery? 16 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We own a Honda Jazz. It fits our needs perfectly as iur mileage is very low, with lots of short runs. The car has not been driven for about six weeks due...
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  Is the interior light in our Nissan Qashqai flattening the battery? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a problem with the self-dimming interior light in my 2007 Nissan Qashqai 1.5dci. On numerous occasions we have discovered the battery flat after...
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  Do you have advice for replacing a car battery? 9 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  When replacing a car battery, what would happen if I took the clamps off in the wrong order?
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  Why is the battery in the Toyota GT86 so small? 9 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  It appears that Toyota will change the battery in some instances in this model. http://www.gt86ownersclub.co.uk/forum/flat-battery_topic2085_page1.html Standard...
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  What is the expected life span of current batteries used in hybrid cars? 27 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What is the expected life span of current batteries used in hybrid cars? And what is the cost of a replacement?
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  Micra battery drain 17 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a problem with battery drain on my Nissan Micra K12 2003 reg. If we use the car every day there are no problems, but if it is left for two or more...
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  Nissan Primastar engine management light 11 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My Nissan Primastar has just stopped. The red engine management light is flashing "stop". It will turn over, but won't start. No fault found on computer.
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  Why can't I warranty the battery for my car if I only do 1500 miles a year? 24 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Suzuki Wagon R+ automatic. I am disabled and only drive about 1500 miles a year. Last week I had to call out the RAC because my car wouldn't start....
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  Will charging my PHEV to 100 per cent every day damage the battery? 5 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have just taken delivery of my Kia Niro PHEV. I have a wallbox charger and intend to top up the battery each night so I have 100 per cent charge for...
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  How much is an MHEV battery? 12 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a fairly new used car. Most of them seem to have mild hybrid engines, but I haven't found information on how long these batteries...
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  What battery pack to jump start a car do you recommend? 4 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We have two 2.0-litre cars in our household. Which starter power pack do you recommend to start either car if the battery is flat?
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  How long will the battery last on a hybrid? 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a second hand hybrid, can you please can you tell me at what mileage I should be worrying about renewing the battery pack, and the...
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  Flat battery with Mercedes-Benz SL500 17 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 from new and it has done 21,000 miles. The batteries were changed for the first time eight weeks ago, as it was...