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Which crossover has the most comfortable seats? 7 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Lexus RX 450h, but have been told by my chiropractor to change it for a car offering a better seating position as I am over six foot... -
Volvo V70 drive belt and waterpump? 19 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a June 2009 Volvo V70 2.0D. It has just done 103000 miles. At the next service I have been advised by the garage to have the drive belt changed... -
Should my son change the cam belt on his 125,000-mile Volvo V50? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My eldest son runs a Volvo V50 2.0D and has now covered 125,000 trouble free miles. He has never changed the cam belt and his specialist Volvo garage who... -
When should I have my Volvo C30 serviced? 15 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been in France for the past six months and return to the UK in November. My Volvo C30, diesel, will have travelled 12,500 miles since its last service... -
Incapacity benefit 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
We’re considering buying a Volvo V70. Volvo has announced a V70 1.6D DRIVe, which my wife likes but I’m concerned that it might be a little underpowered.... -
Can I fit smaller wheels to my Volvo XC40 to improve the ride comfort? 13 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
Can I change my wheels to 18-inch from 19-inch on my Volvo XC40 T5? I have had two different opinions from Volvo dealers. I find the ride hard on 19-inch... -
Replacing Volvo V50 tyres 1 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace two rear tyres on my Volvo V50. Should I stay with Pirelli or could you recommended an alternative tyre offering? -
Engine service light on a Volvo S60 1 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo S60 has a full service history, but about 500 miles ago the engine system service light kept coming on then going off, etc. The car drops... -
Buying a model on run-out 2 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering purchasing a used S40 but understand they are to be discontinued in 2012. Are there any pitfalls to buying a model run out in terms... -
When should I change the cam belt on my Volvo S80? 12 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
What is the cam belt change interval on a 2016 Volvo S80 2.0 diesel? My local Volvo dealer is advising to replace the cam belt at 90,000 miles, is this... -
Bonnet open warning light stuck on 21 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo V70's bonnet open warning light is stuck on, despite the fact the bonnet is firmly locked. This happened a couple of years ago and the Volvo garage... -
Tempted by a Volvo C30 - good idea? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm tempted by the Volvo C30 2.0D Powershift accepting that every few years I might have a big-ish bill with the DPF. Are the engine and transmission reasonably... -
Does the Volvo XC70 have any known turbocharger issues? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Volvo XC70 205 diesel. Are there any potential problems with the turbos I should know about? -
Warranty work refusal after insurance claim 11 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
In August 2007 the bonnet of my Volvo XC70 was written off by a large tree branch brought down by a high lorry travelling in the other direction. My insurer,... -
Why are the headlight bulbs on Volvo XC70s so expensive? 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Volvo XC70. Nobody warned me about the cost of replacement of Bi-Xenon headlight bulbs, and in fact I had no idea it had them. For replacing... -
Volvo used car warranty - what should and shouldn't be covered? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volvo XC90 and six months ago a failed engine mount was identified during a service and not replaced proactively. Then four months later, all... -
Is the dealer liable for not doing the recall on my Volvo V50? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
Recently, I had an issue with my Volvo V50's fuse box/electrics smouldering causing smoke to enter the cab and the fire brigade being called. The car is... -
Volvo- Hesitation on acceleration. Please help... 18 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Volvo V60 D3 Automatic 2011 Year 41,000 miles Problem: Car “falters” on acceleration when leaving a queue of traffic. This has occurred most noticeably... -
Why are there petrol fumes in my 1997 Volvo V70? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have petrol fumes in cabin of my Volvo V70 T5 1997. Driving normally the fumes are not too much of a problem, however, when coming to a halt it is noticeable... -
What should I replace my Volvo XC70 with? 13 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I wish to update my 2015 Volvo XC70 D5 and am having difficulty finding anything as comfortable/efficient with lots of legroom. It must be an auto, with...

