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  Stop-start for automatic - how does it work? 4 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I assume that the stop-start on a manual car is electronically activated when the vehicle is put into neutral. If that is the case, why can it not be activated...
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  Buying a small automatic for partially disabled wife 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has MS but wants to maintain her mobility. She drives less than 10,000 miles per year and has to carry 2 cocker spaniels. She needs an automatic...
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  Honda Jazz -which automatic? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm getting a Honda Jazz for my mother (1-2 years old). She can only drive automatics, but I've heard there were problems with the Jazz automatic transmission...
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  How much does an automatic gearbox add to the value of my FIAT Grande Punto? 4 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Grande Punto Dynamic 2006 but registered as a January 2007, 5-door hatch, 10,500 miles, 1.4, metallic, spanking condition. Glasses can give me...
• Automatic/Manual Licenses 28 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  Can anyone tell me at what date the different licenses came in (ie restricted to automatics only if test passed in an auto)? I was under the potentially erroneous impression that it was sometime in the last 18 years (period for which I have held a license).
• Hyundai i20 (2009) - Hyundai i20 Comfort Automatic 17 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  I have been unable to locate any test reports on the automatic version of the i20. Anyone have any knowledge of a relevant test report or anyone had a test drive of the auto?
• Renault Laguna II (2001 - 2007) - Automatic Headlights 5 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  Anyone had any problems with these lights? My car constantley says check automatic headlights but not sure what to check or do? All the lights work ok manually? Thanks Martin
• Automatic for a grand?? 26 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Because of a medical reason I need a automatic. I only have £1000 to spend. Anything up to a 1.8, estate or a hatchback. If you was to buy one with that sort of money what would you go for? What auto's are better/more reliable for a grand? Cheers for the help.
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  How reliable is the Honda Jazz automatic transmission? 22 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've read that the Honda Jazz had gearbox problems before 2011. Is this the case with all automatics that use the same gearbox - other Honda, Nissan, Kia,...
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  What cheap to run small automatic for under £3000 do you recommend? 30 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking at 2008 Toyota Aygo automatic as run about for my wife, attracted by £20 tax, fuel economy and reliability. But it seems expensive compared...
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  Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been very satisfied with my Subaru Outback 2.5 automatic. It's an excellent car, but slightly too big for my driving now. I am not keen on the XV...
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  I completely endorse the use of left-foot braking when manoeuvring an automatic vehicle. 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The first car I had with automatic transmission was a brand new 1969 Vauxhall Victor (FD) 2000. I very quickly learned that the best way to control this...
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  Automatically qualify? 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We have very happily driven 2nd-hand Toyotas for twenty years and are thinking of buying new, under the scrappage scheme. Both my wife and I learned to...
• Honda civic automatic - Free rev ving 10 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  Hello, my 1998 civic AUTOMATIC 1.4  has started revving of its own accord (no pun intended) when in park or neutral, any advice on repairing this, bit worrried its ECU, thanks, Mike.
• Daihatsu Charade Automatic 17 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, Most of the reviews say that this car is great for £6000 to £7000. Any problems with Daihatsu and or the automatic. 47 mpg average and 0 - 60 in 15 seconds. Very good, better than a lot from the class above. Can anyone recommend Daihatsu? Auto.
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  Is there a city car with a decent automatic gearbox? 4 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a city car with a decent auto box left?
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  Can I tow a trailer with a CVT transmission? 17 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  From my limited research, it seems as if all small automatics with CVT transmissions are classed by their manufacturers as unsuitable for any towing. ...
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  Buying a small diesel automatic 20 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have Nissan Almera 1.5 W 5 door and I pay about £25 per week to run - I do travel a lot. What kind of automatic diesel can I buy? I dont want pay...
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  Which small automatic up to 1.4-litre should I buy? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have been driving for over 50 years and, having had my current car for over seven years, I am thinking of buying a smaller, more economical model, possibly...
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  Are Volkswagen vans fitted with DSG automatics? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are all new vehicles in the VW Transporter range fitted with DSG type auto gearboxes?