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Why are my brakes overheating on one side? 13 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently took my car for a drive and, by the end of it, my front driver's side brakes were screeching and red hot. I let them cool down and on the return... -
Unheard of 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a new Hyundai i30 1.6 Comfort. The car is fine except for the accelerator, which is very fierce at small openings. This makes it... -
Blocking tactics 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am in the motor trade and was on road test in a customer’s car the other day. He was driving and block changed from 2nd to 5th at about 35mph going UP... -
What do you think of the new diesel EDC automatic gearbox in the Renault Megane and Scenic? 14 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I enjoy your reviews excellent. Renault have brought out a new 1.5 diesel EDC auto gearbox going into the Scenic and Megane. I would be interested in your... -
Does the petrol Fiat 500C drive as well as the diesel version? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
In your road test you thought the 500C drove like a sports car and was as good as the Mini Cooper thanks to the anti-roll bar. Is this the same as a torsion... -
Which model of Audi A4 would you recommend for economical maintenance? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I just passed my driving test and was considering buying a car. I'm 30 years old and an IT technician. I have always wanted to drive an Audi A4 but which... -
Advance and be noticed 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife who, at eighty two, is soon to take an Advanced Driving Test with the Institute of Advanced Driving, plans to change her manual Jazz for an auto.... -
Please recommend a durable, economical hatchback which is built to last? 2 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a G-reg Nissan Micra which has done just over 60,000 miles. However, rust is taking hold and I now need to replace it. My budget is approx.... -
Air of the dog 8 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mazda MX-6. My aircon is possessed by the devil. When I drive the car around town, the aircon works perfectly. When I drive more than 20km, normally... -
Bad news to brake 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Volvo S40 with 1.6 diesel engine. You suggested this engine in preference to 2.0 litres. It has been economical (average of 48mpg for mixed... -
Reduction theory 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
We are reducing our two cars to one. I have a BMW 1 Series, three years old; my wife a Peugeot 205, five years old. Can you advise of any car about the... -
Obscure question 5 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
During the winter, particularly when frosty, the inside of my windscreen freezes over immediately I get in. (Car kept on drive, all windows closed.) This... -
Jazz banned 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a Honda Jazz, just one year old. I drove it out of the garage on to the driveway, went indoors to get golf stuff to put in the boot, tried to drive... -
Mini mum motor 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am hoping to change my car. I drive a 1.2 V.W. Polo and am looking for a new car similar to this. I only drive short distances i.e. around town and... -
Known entry 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new car but am struggling to find the 'right' car My average mileage is 5-6,000 a year, would prefer a manual transmission. I am... -
Scrapped for cash 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
Under the scrappage scheme, I want to replace my 1995 Polo. I had decided between a FIAT 500 and a Hyundai i10 but now I read that uknewcars.com are offering... -
Jazz tidy…. 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I finally ordered my Jazz today after a quick 20 minute test drive. I am reassured by your forums when people say you do get used to it but am still worried... -
Where do I stand if I have been unknowingly driving without a licence and insurance? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
A few months back I was driving my son's car. We parked and when we came back someone was just about to put a note on to say someone else had hit it. Minor... -
Should I buy a BMW E39? 28 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm a bit of a spanner monkey in my spare time and now that I'm working more from home I'd like to scratch my 'practical modern classic itch'. I'm looking... -
How can I fix the DPF fault on my Citroen C3 Picasso? 15 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C3 Picasso has completed 47,000 miles without anything major going wrong. But now I have a dashboard warning light saying "SERVICE" and a message...