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  Is this 'wear and tear'? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Bought a Honda Civic from a main Honda dealership six months ago, recently a Saab engineer had a look over and said (quote) "There's a transmission...
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  Why don't tyre reviews rate for durability? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We own a 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3K that has just completed 32,000 miles on its original tyres. We need to replace two rear tyres and I have been searching...
• Speed Hump Damage - Can you claim? 15 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Sure enough about four feet after the hump was a manhole cover protruding about a half inch or so from the surface of the road just in the right place to meet the sump on its way down after passing over the hump. About a yard after the manhole cover started her trail of oil.
• Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI Zetec - Lack of knowledge about engine cover and under tra 3 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  Not sure if should have posted this or in general discussion, however, am looking to purchase used model of above car for towing a caravan.  On checking...
• Car rental excess insurance 26 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  I will be complaining to my credit card company as well, when they open on Monday morning. I have heard about insurance for renters, which covers all the excesses and other charges that one may incur. Has anyone bought this cover and more importantly, have they claimed successfully on it?
• Warranties 14 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Hypothetical question: If I buy a used car with remainder of the maker's warranty from a dealer, but not a dealer working for the maker - who is responsible for any faults? For instance if the maker's warranty doesn't cover water leaks in the second and third year, yet the used car leaked within 2 weeks after buying it used, could a claim be made against the selling dealer?
• Best / Cheapest Online Car insurance 22 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  Sorry if this is old ground that I'm covering here, but does anyone have any recommendations for cheap & reliable online car insurance brokers ? I'm looking to insure a Seat Ibiza 130 for fully comp. + protected no claims (have about 6 years no claims discont at mo), but it has to include BUSINESS use.
• Mini Cooper S - Car Warranty - Warranty Direct or Warranty Wise? 9 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  I am planning on taking out a years warranty for my new mini cooper S.I am tied between warranty direct and warranty wise, both have offered me deals.Warranty...
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  When should I change my Ford Mondeo's cam chain? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  When should I change my Ford Mondeo 1.8LX's cam chain? It's covered 106,000 miles.
• AA or Europe Assist ???????????? 20 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Here's a tricky one???? My AA cover is due for renewal on 28th July (£104) for which it includes: roadside relay Europe assist for 72 hrs FREE if pre booked this is JOINT COVER also my car insurance is due on the 21st and being offered Europe assist for 49.95 CAR SPECIFIED which includes: Homestart Roadside Relay Europeon breakdown Does anyone know anything about europe assist, are they a company in their own right, (ie) do they only use their own breakdown vehicles & staff or do they rely on local garages, to attend and help.
• Obscuring Number Plates 19 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  I saw a car parked in Central London yesterday with its rear number plate covered up and its front number plate right up against the wall of a building. The car was parked on a pavement type area. I have also seen mopeds parked with their rear number plates covered (often on pavements).
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  Hell Vino 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My 2009 Honda Insight hybrid, bought from and serviced by the local Honda dealer (I've been buying from Honda dealers and servicing with them for over...
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  What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe? 14 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe?
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  Discourteous 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Some years ago when I enjoyed the benefit of a company car, the insurance cover included a courtesy car in the event of a prolonged breakdown as well...
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  Where can I get insurance for a hire car when driving abroad? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I hired a car at an Irish airport last week and found that the excess protection insurance was greater than the cost of hiring the vehicle. Is there an...
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  Should I buy a new petrol, hybrid or electric car? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  In the next few months, I will buy a new SUV. Is it better to buy a petrol, plug-in hybrid or all-electric nowadays?
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  Leaving a car for 1 month - is there anything I need to do? 13 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 2013 petrol engined KIA Carens will be left on our drive from 6 January to 4 February, whilst we are on a cruise. Are there any procedures I should...
• Peugeot 307 110 HDI 54 plate/88K miles - Oil in the Turbo 1 Feb 2011 (Forum)
    There were also signs on the cover where some one has struggled to refit it. Q1 Do you have to remove the rocker cover to replace the oil seals? Also, whilst servicing the car the mechanic said he found oil in the turbo.
• car storage 21 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  I am looking to store my car, under cover if possible, for a period of up to 6 months.Does anyone know of a good car storage firm close to my home between Portsmouth and Southampton.
• Ford Mondeo Mk4 - European Breakdown Cover - General France Driving 21 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  Never had an issue with it. So all that being said, I want to get a single trip eurpean breakdown cover for the car. Any recomendations? Any to Avoid? I'm with the AA already over here but as I won't be travelling again this year in Europe in my own car just need a single trip. Also my 1st time driving in France, I've got my European car kit including warning Triangle, NF approved breathaizors / Hi Viz jackets for all occupents, GB Sticket etc etc.