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A friend's young son had a car accident, but no other vehicle was involved - should he tell his insurer? 8 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
My friend's 21 year old son had a car accident on the ice last week. His car (a cheap old thing) was a write off, but no one else was involved. The AA... -
What checks do I need to make on a pre-reg car that's been sat around? 21 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am purchasing a BMW 340i Touring from a main dealer. It was first registered in April 2017 but only has 72 miles on the clock and has been sat round... -
Do repeated short journeys have a detrimental affect on hybrid battery range? 7 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking about getting a used Toyota Auris or Yaris hybrid, but I'm concerned about how long the hybrid batteries last and their replacement cost.... -
Potential seven seater 12 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a larger car, potential a seven seater as I need to get three child seats in the back. 2 year old + twins. Are there any estate cars that... -
Best sports car for £15,000? 26 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm 61 and want to be a car. Due to my age, this will be my last chance to get a big boy's toy before senility and a Honda Jazz hit the horizon. I want... -
Blowing front exhaust - then goes quiet when it warm 3 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've had a problem for months if not more. When cold, the exhaust blows loud at front and it's rattly. It seems to go after one minute when warm - been... -
Which 4WD to replace my Toyota RAV4? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Toyota RAV4 has been a good and reliable servant for the last ten years but, at 110,000 miles, it’s beginning to creak a bit, so I'm thinking about... -
Is the build quality of later Mercedes E Class models inferior? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a secondhand Mercedes estate and am looking at the E280 or 320 diesel. Having owned an E270 CDI for nearly ten years which clocked... -
Are there actually any differences in engine oil specifications? 18 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can there really be any difference in engine oils with specification 5W/30 and that meet ACEA C3 for diesel cars? I see that several oil manufacturers... -
I bought a used car but it's faulty and now the dealer is being difficult - what can I do? 16 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
In April I bought an Audi S4 from a used car dealer. From the outset I didn't feel happy with the purchase and felt that the car didn't drive very well... -
Is this a scam? I think it is! 19 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I've copied an extract from an email thread I've had with a potential seller of an Audi A4, and am concerned that this appears to be a scam to extort the... -
Can you recommend a large, automatic SUV capable of towing a heavy horsebox to replace our Shogun? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently sought advice about the BMW 5 and Audi A6 3.0 diesel estate cars. Being a police officer able to drive BMW 5 Series, I know how good they are... -
Snow business 4 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
On Sunday February 1st 2009 my third-party insured Suzuki Baleno was written off by a Mercedes taxi sliding down a snow-covered hill out of control. The... -
Why is my DSG jerky? 8 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have inherited a 2018 VW Polo with the 1.0 Turbo engine and DSG transmission. It's great in many ways, but is strangely jerky setting off from rest sometimes.... -
What very comfy, quiet motorway cruiser do you suggest? 21 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
Due to a chronic health condition I am going to have to trade in my BMW 520d M Sport as the seat is too low and the ride is too firm for me these days.... -
What car should I buy to transport my disabled mum? 7 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm going to have to change my car to help transport my disabled mum. She has been in a Nissan Juke and Skoda Karoq both of which she can get into more... -
Is my Mercedes Vito with windows classified as a van or a car? 13 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Mercedes Vito with windows in the sliding doors behind the driving seat and a row of seats. For speed limits, is it classed as a van... -
Why has my car insurance increased following a house move? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
We have three cars all insured with different insurers and recently moved approximately 16 miles. No other factors have changed and two of the insurers... -
Is the buyer responsible for noticing damage on a used car? 28 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I've bought a car from a used car branch of a main dealer. I think they put their trade-ins through this branch if they're not quite up to dealership standard.... -
Do plug-in hybrids self-charge while driving? 10 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
Does a plug-in hybrid have any self-charging capability?
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