What car do you suggest for an older female?

I'm a 75 year old female looking for a 'new' smallish, second hand car. I would require the following: hatchback, economic to maintain, 2020 or younger, £14/15K. My trips are mainly local, but want it...

Why has Jaguar disabled the charge to 80% feature on the I-Pace?

Recent correspondence on HJ referred to only charging your EV to keep it in the sweet spot of 20 to 80%, which I understand and practice with our Tesla Model 3 long range as it's very easy to set on the...

What's the best used small automatic car for under £9000?

In the past I have followed your advice and bought a Toyota Yaris, followed by a Hyundai i10. Both had trouble free automatic transmission. My lovely Hyundai i10 was recently written off following being...

Do any cars come with a light coloured interior and upholstery?

What cars available in the UK come with a light coloured interior and upholstery?

Can I claim for a failed cambelt?

I recently replaced the cambelt on my 2013 Ford Focus. Unfortunately, 5 days later the new cambelt failed, a tensioner bolt snapped. I lost the cost of a nights accommodation booked for the night of failure...

Should older drivers be tested for reactions as well as eyesight?

While I fully agree with over 70's having eye tests, at 82 I have had a two yearly one for over 20 years and have 18/20 vision, without glasses. I believe that all motorist over the age of 40 should have...

Should I charge my PHEV to 80% to preserve the battery?

Can you advise on this classic 'down the pub' argument please? Is it best to only charge my plug-in PHEV BMW X1 to 80% battery capacity and forgo the lost 'electric miles' in order to 'conserve' its battery...

Is a solar trickle charger good for a hybrid?

During the summer months, both my wife's car (2025 - Suzuki Swift Hybrid) and my vehicle (2021 - Toyota RAV4 Hybrid) will be unused for approximately 3+ weeks, due to an impending holiday. Both vehicles...

How is my Land Rover Freelander ULEZ compliant?

I have 2012 Land Rover Freelander. It's showing as ULEZ compliant with TfL. However according to my CoC he Nox is 150 mgs/k. Also the PM is shown as 1.25 mgs/k and the Co2 as 120 mgs/k. Can you explain...

Where is best to advertise an amphibious car sale?

Where is the best place to advertise an amphibious car sale?

Should I switch from petrol to an EV if I want long term reliability?

I've owned my 15 year old MkVI Golf TSI for 12 years and it's reliably covered over 160,000 miles. However, expensive problems are occurring and there are more issues on the horizon. It's probably towards...

Which £30k sports car should I buy?

I'm in the fortunate position of being able to buy a nice car with a £30k budget. I've narrowed it down to a Jag F-Type V6 or Porsche Cayman 2.7. Which would be more comfortable as a daily drive? Or any...

What small SUV will suit me?

I currently drive a Honda Jazz but and am looking to replace it with a small SUV or hatchback. I would like to be able to park it in my carport. I drive around 4000 miles a year mostly short distance....

What spacious family estate car do you recommend?

We need a new family car with space across the back for 2 child seats and an adult plus a large boot. We currently we have an Astra Estate. We prefer petrol and manual and our budget is up to £12k. Looking...

What's the maximum no claims bonus I can protect?

After over 50 years of driving and accruing 22 years NCD I unfortunately had a minor motor accident. Although when I took out the policy I provided proof of 22 years NCD my insurance company would only...

Do plug in hybrid cars need the same charger as a full EV?

Do plug in hybrids need the same charger as a full EV or can a smaller capacity charger be used?

What car should we replace our Ford Fusion with?

We are looking to replace our Ford Fusion. My wife likes the car as it has a flat boot which means she doesn't have to lift up heavy items (usually her golf bag & trolley) from the well. Annual mileage...

Why don't EV public chargers incorporate parking fees in the overall charge?

Why don't EV public chargers incorporate parking fees in the overall charge? It's bad enough negotiating all the different EV charger companies without having to read all the different 'small print' of...

How do I check the DPF is in place on a used car?

You kindly helped me chose between a petrol 4x4 and a diesel pick-up to replace my 20 year old Ranger. I've been looking at Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi L200, and Isuzu D-Max from 2017 to 2021. A couple of...

Do insurance groups actually make a difference to premiums?

What is the point of the 1 to 50 insurance groups when the same person, using the same insurance company, is quoted the following? Car in group 48 £1158. Car in group 38 £1314. Surely the car in group...

Should I fight a parking fine for putting in the wrong car details?

I have received a parking charge showing my wife's car, for which I incorrectly recorded my own car's details (obviously). Can I plead against this charge as a 'slip of the mind', and hope for human understanding?...

Is SEAT discontinuing in the UK?

I read that SEAT plan to discontinue manufacturing cars by 2030. I’m considering buying an Ateca. Will there be problems with spares availability or will Cupra be the source?