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Pop idle 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
What is the technical reason for suggesting that turbos are allowed to idle for a couple of minutes before switch-off, and does this apply only after a... -
Honest engine? 31 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I would be pleased to receive any thoughts/comments you have to make about the Seat Leon engines available. My choice appears to be between a 1.4TSi SE... -
Graduated person 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
Our daughter is a 21-year-old student in Manchester. She passed her test 2 years ago and also carried out and passed the advanced motorway driving test... -
Oars chestnut 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
What should I buy? I need enough room for a pair of oars and outboard engine. Good fuel economy. Ability to tow 2 laser dinghies. Lowish road tax. Cruise... -
Fusion feud 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Ford Fusion 1.6 TDCi Zetec. I am quite pleased with the car, particularly the fuel economy, (around 60 mpg at the moment) and the car has... -
Eco worrier 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2004 manual BMW 320 diesel ES Tourer. I switched on the computer at the start of a run largely in 6th gear of 130 motorway miles.... -
Can you provide more details of the emissions testing that the Wolfsburg Volkswagen engineers carried out? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm experiencing a lot less mpg, more noise, more DPF regeneration and less power since my car had the emissions update in August 2016. If you are in touch... -
Part exchange - should I do it? 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
In September 2009 I bought my first ever brand-new car (a Peugeot 107) under the government's scrappage scheme. I put down a £4000 deposit (lent by family)... -
Deceased diesel 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Renault Grand Scenic, registered in June 2010, with a diesel engine. Having two Labradors I find the vehicle more than satisfactory. My problem... -
Jack the Tripper 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm running a current model 1.4 Jazz (it's my 4th Jazz) bought new in January 2009, serviced by main dealer with 38k miles now on the clock. I noticed... -
Black death 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
Just over a year ago I bought a new (pre-reg) FIAT 500 1.25 diesel (I mean the type of fuel, not the confusingly ‘Diesel’ branded car). I used it as a... -
I need a large car for long trips but hear diesel isn't a smart idea anymore. Can you advise? 3 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I need a new car: large with big boot and good fuel economy for a long commute. Should I get a diesel, petrol, hybrid etc? I would go diesel but I hear... -
Should I get a hybrid or a diesel car to commute? 21 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I do a 40 mile round trip every day with a mix of roads, including 70mph dual carriageway and a stretch of motorway for about 10 miles each way. Would... -
Why does my Citroen C5 keep cutting out? 3 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Citroen C5 estate 1.6 diesel (2006 model). It's done approx 73k miles and has always been serviced on time. A While ago I got the anti-pollution... -
Excessive road noise and hard suspension on my Polo 1.4SE - will new tyres solve this problem? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Two months ago I bought a used Volkswagen Polo 1.4SE from a VE dealer. The safety checklist prior to sale showed the car to be fault-free and the car is... -
Idling problem with a 1997 Audi A4 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi A4 2.6 and it has done 207,000miles. I had been fine for ages but over the last 500 miles it's got a problem with revving up to 1500rpm... -
Why does my Ford Focus lose power? Is it related to replacing the turbocharger? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a V-reg Ford Focus 1.8 TDi. The turbo went and covered the whole engine in oil, so I had that replaced and the engine cleaned off, but now i have... -
Supermarket diesel 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Does the problem with supermarket petrol also apply to diesel? And is there a particular fuel to look for? -
I'm after a cheap and reliable car to run pop-ups from - what do you suggest? 6 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Suzuki SX4 S-Cross has been deemed a write-off sadly. I enjoyed it for the height, looks, modern feel, boot space and easy flip over seats as I carry... -
What do I look for when buying my first car? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am finally looking to buy my first car (having been driving my mothers for about 10ish months). I am particularly interested in the Peugeot 107 (or Citroen...
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