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Wealth and efficiency 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at changing from a VAG 1.6FSI petrol to a VAG 1.4TSI turbo petrol (Skoda). I have an unavoidable 40% proportion of sub-2 mile journeys from... -
Thirst among equals 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a new Golf 1.4TSI DSG [7-Spd] on 2-9-2009. It is used for long and short trips and I use Superunleaded if available. It does not live up to... -
Couchette coo 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
Some months ago you answered a readers enquiry about a car that was comfortable for sleeping in whilst touring but cheaper to run then a conventional type... -
Bonus of contention 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have owned and run a vehicle for the last four years and am glad to say that I have accrued 4 years' No Claims Bonus on my insurance. I now need to purchase... -
Sprocket set 23 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have just recently bought a 2004 SEAT Ibiza 1.2. The oil warning light came on after driving for approx. 20 mins and intermittently thereafter. I have... -
A tension seeker 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Toro mower with a TUD 5 diesel that had broken a timing belt and bent a few valves. I got a new head from the UK and put all back together with... -
Motor boater 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a Left Hand Drive, (UK plates) FIAT Barchetta and am planning on driving it down to the coast of Spain and leaving it down there... -
I need a reliable used car for £12,000 - should I buy a Toyota Prius? 31 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I need a reliable used car. I only cover 5,000 miles a year, mostly local shopping trips and a monthly long journey to the Lake District from my home in... -
What's the best electric car for towing a caravan? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2009 Ford Focus, which is used mostly for short trips. We also have a 2008 Freelander 2 mostly used for longer trips and for towing our caravan... -
Jaguar X-Type - worth keeping? 16 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own an X-Type 2.0d SE saloon which was bought 3 years ago (£2700) with 130,000 miles. I have recently noticed that sometimes on lift-off of throttle... -
Audi A4 Diesel Manual Slowing Down in Top gear. 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently changed the cam belt and a whole service. When I start the car 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear is fine, pickup no problem, but as soon as I engage... -
Second hand 4x4 vehicle 17 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
Firstly thanks for your Saturday column in the Telegraph. Saturday not the same without it! After a hard Winter and being a senior senior citizen, I... -
Which car should we buy to leave in storage in the UK? 28 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I live in Portugal but are in UK from time to time, when we usually rent a car. Now we're thinking of buying small runaround which we can leave... -
Is there a supermini suitable for local use and occasional longer drives? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a small car to get to the train station, do occasional school runs, go into the village, and also, when required, to use as a work... -
Will the petrol in my Kia Niro PHEV deteriorate if not used? 4 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
I own a six year old Kia Niro PHEV. I have recently downsized my housing and now live in a small bungalow. My car now mainly sits in my driveway and when... -
What vehicle can cope with towing and long distance travelling? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
We’re farmers and need to tow up to 2.5tons (trailer plus up to several cattle). The farm has a 4.0-litre diesel 2007 Range Rover Sport which has a number... -
Can you recommend some all-season run-flat tyres? 18 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
My wife hit a rock in the dark and totally destroyed two tyres. I was going to switch to all-season tyres on replacement anyway, so this might be a good... -
I need a spacious SUV or pick-up. Would my low mileage rule out a diesel vehicle? 27 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a reliable 4x4 that has lots of storage. I mainly do quite low mileage so a DPF is a concern unless you can advise how I may manage this.... -
A business has parked about 15 vehicles for sale on our residential road - is this legal? 31 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
A family bought a property nearby and they obviously buy and sell cars from it. I've seen cars from the lot with adverts in the windows and they park them... -
What are the mpg and ride quality of hybrid vehicles on very long drives? 12 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
We own and run a 2013 Kia Sportage II 1.7, but because of changing lifestyles it rarely gets to stretch its legs. We love the high driving position and...
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