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  Why doesn't the Fiat 500 automatic have a 'P' setting? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Dad recently bought an automatic Fiat 500 petrol which he likes. I've driven it this weekend and when switching it off I found I could only put it into...
• Ford Mondeo - mondeo automatic gearbox 14 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  ive changed engines and boxes on rear wheel drive but not front and not an automatic before. again any info would really help,    Regards Wayne (essex) :)
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  Automatic with a chain cam engine 16 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a car with a chain-driven camshaft engine and auto gear box (preferably with torque converter). Recently when driving longer distances...
• 1997 Vauxhall Astra MK3 1.6 16V AUTOMATIC X16XEL - I HAVE SEEN A ECU KIT FOR SALE 14 May 2011 (Forum)
  HELLO <*********="3"> I HAVE A 1997 R REG VAUXHALL ASTRA ARCTIC 1.6 16V PETROL AUTOMATIC 5 DOOR WITH AIR/CON +THE ENGINE CODE: X16XEL 1997 Vauxhall Astra MK3 1.6 16V AUTOMATIC X16XEL QUESTION WILL I BE ABLE TO USE THE ABOVE ECU KIT ON MY CAR PLEASE ADVISE REGARDS scotlandjim  
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  Should I be able to feel the gear changes in my Mazda 6? 11 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Is it normal to be able to feel the gear change from first to second with an automatic gearbox when the engine is cold? Once the engine is warmed up the...
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  What do you think of the Peugeot 3008 automatic? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of purchasing the Peugeot 3000 auto six-speed. I am disabled and am only able to now drive automatics. Have you any opinions on these cars?
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  Apple rumble 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am hearing a rumble and gurgling noise through the front of my 1999 Renault Espace 2.0 automatic when driving. It doesn’t happen when stationery. It...
• Diesel Automatic Fuel Economy 8 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  There is a thread in 'Discussion' asking advice about diesel automatics. Somebody wrote: "In theory diesel engines should be better suited to automatic boxes than petrol, because of the way they deliver power and torque." I would also have thought that high torque at low revs - like the big lazy V8s in American cars - would be ideal.
• Dacia finally get an automatic or is it? 16 Sep 2015 (Forum)
  http://www.carscoops.com/2015/09/dacia-details-its-new-5-speed-easy-r.html   Is this transmission set up the same principle as the Citroen/Peugeot...
• Parking an automatic 2 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Hopefully a quick question... When parking an auto (or DSG in my case) do you; a) Put the car in Park and then apply the handbrake. b) Apply the handbrake...
• Experiences of BMW 330D Automatic 5 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Hi, I am looking to buy the outgoing 3 series 330D in auto guise (have owned the manual version with no problems). Has anyone got any exprience of the...
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  Can you recommend a reliable and comfortable car? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Can you help me choose? I would like a medium size car, top priority is reliability but would like a good size boot 370+ltr, automatic and comfortable...
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  Can you recommend a reliable, automatic car with soft seats and suspension? 17 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a life-changing operation and require a comfortable car with an automatic gearbox. I want soft suspension and soft seats. I want something similar...
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  Need a small automatic car with a high seating position - what do you recommend? 2 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2004 Honda CR-V automatic, but my wife (who is in her 80s) is finding the car too big to drive. Can you recommend a smaller auto that will provide...
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  What's the best compact 4x4 automatic? 20 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a 4x4 automatic that's narrower than our Ford Kuga. Nissan sold a Juke CVT (now discontinued). Is this a good solution?
• Petrol, Reliable, Automatic, Family Car..... 27 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    I could go back to a manual if you think it is the best option? but I really like automatics.... The only other petrol / automatic cars I can come up with are: Mazda 6 Tourer, Suzuki Vitara, Suzuki SX4 S-Cross, Honda Civic Tourer - (However I hate the look of the Honda) What do you guys think???????
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  Driving a CVT - should I always change to N when in traffic? 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven automatic cars for years and have always changed to neutral when stopped at traffic lights. I now drive a car with CVT transmission and wanted...
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  Family automatic with plenty of luggage space - what would you recommend? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is expecting a second baby and needs a used automatic with plenty of space for her commute to school. Her average mileage is 8000 and a petrol...
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  Driving an automatic with two feet? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Do you advocate driving an automatic car with both feet?
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  Should I have the transmission oil changed in my BMW 320d's "sealed for life" automatic gearbox? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Should I have the fluid/oil changed in my automatic gearbox? I have a BMW 320d SE auto on a 54 plate with 76,000 miles. BMW say it's sealed for life, but...