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Do you have to fit new tyres in pairs? 18 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volkswagen Golf. It is just one year old and has 10,000 miles on the clock. However, yesterday I had to replace one of the rear tyres. Can I just... -
Will stop/start cause turbocharger damaging 9 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a 3 Series BMW 320i Xdrive and assume it has a turbocharger fitted. With previous turbocharged cars I have always allowed a couple... -
Need a used 4x4 for towing - What do you recommend? 7 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have £12,000 to spend on a used 4x4 for towing a 1.5 tonne boat. I have short listed the Honda CR-V and Land Rover Freelander 2. What would be your recommendation... -
Buying a hatchback - Golf or A3? 5 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a new car. Must be automatic and petrol. I quite like the Audi A3 sports back (150PS) and the Volkswagen Golf Match Editon DSG 125PS. Both... -
Petrol or diesel Hyundai Tucson 2 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a new Hyundai Tucson automatic. However, reading your general advice you recommend petrol rather than diesel and torque converter... -
Mitsubishi Colt gearbox problem - any solution? 3 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 diesel semi automatic has a problem. All appears normal when the engine is pulling but when decelerating on the overun, the transmission... -
Garage has broken car and now won't fix it? 28 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I left my car with a garage for blown exhaust manifold gasket. Said it was the head gasket so told them to go ahead. Now garage cann get car to start.... -
Saab servicing - should I stick with the main dealer? 18 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2006 Saab 9-3 1.9 Tid Automatic 150PS model. With only one Saab dealership left in Ireland, should I keep main dealer service? Would other garages... -
Can you recommend a car with an upright seating position? 19 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've recently had an operation and my physio has said I need a car with an upright seating position, automatic with flat seat pan so hips and knees are... -
Why does the engine fan continue to run after the car's switched off? 7 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
We have a Skoda question: from time to time the engine cooling fan our new (2014) Octavia 2.0 TDi continues to run for an interminable period after the... -
Buying my business lease car - can they refuse to sell it to me? 9 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have had a business lease on a car for almost four years. I love the car so much I would like to buy it from the lease company. Initially they said they... -
Can you recommend a new small 4x4? 5 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a new five-door hatchback or crossover, with an automatic gearbox due to my bad knee. The car must be comfortable on the motorways as... -
Struggling to remove a timing belt 5 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently changed the harmonic balancer in my Volkswagen Passat 1.8 litre non turbo and had to remove the timing belt from the camshaft pulley -... -
Buying a new car with light steering - recommendations? 5 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have been diagnosed with cubit tunnel syndrome and will need a car with very light steering because of reduced grip in my right hand). Is rear or... -
Why does my daughter's Ibiza refuse to start? 13 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
My daughter's car often won't start because the battery is flat. She does a few short town-based journeys each week, and a monthly motorway trip home.... -
Volvo XC60 misfire 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I run a 2010 Volvo XC60 and find it hard to get any really truthful in-depth information relating to them. The problem I have is ether a misfire under... -
Where can I get a towbar for my Honda Civic? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I live in the Isle of Man. Please recommend from where in UK I should buy a tow bar for my Honda Civic 2.2i-DTEC ES. I have a very good mechanic ready... -
Which engine do you recommend for the EcoBoost Ford Fiesta or Focus? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying an EcoBoost Ford Fiesta or Focus. It must be automatic. Which engines do you suggest? Also, which size wheels and tyres for someone... -
I don't want to wait eight months for the new Mondeo - should I buy a Mazda 6 instead? 12 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
Crikey. Ford is quoting 6-8 months for a new Mondeo. At least, according to the second dealer I spoke to. The first was staggeringly rude. A Mazda 6 Tourer... -
Are there any risks with buying from Drivethedeal.com? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
What are the risks or other drawbacks of buying a new car online from a site like Drivethedeal.com please? I am looking for a new Skoda Octavia 2.0 automatic...