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What's the best solution for providing live traffic news? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I find the RDS traffic updates through my car radio frequently 'behind the times', leading to being stuck in jams when I would prefer not to be. I am aware... -
Why does my Rover 416 smell strongly of petrol? Is it safe? 8 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Rover 416 (1996 N reg) automatic with a Honda engine. I noticed a strong petrol smell inside the car when I filled it up fully and... -
Van mail 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
A lifetime friend has just died, leaving a 2004 Brotherwood converted Mercedes Vaneo 1.9 automatic petrol with 35,000 miles. The conversion comprises lowered... -
Clever revver 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007/57 Vectra estate with the 1800 petrol engine. At low revs in 1st/2nd gear I sometimes get a power loss for a few seconds. It then needs some... -
What do you think of the new Skoda Fabia Elegance 1.2 TSI 105bhp 7 spd DSG? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing a new Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI automatic for my wife. I understand that they will be available in a few months time. Could you please... -
Has my Peugeot 307's head gasket failed? 27 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 3-year-old Peugeot 307 1.6 semi-automatic last week had its thermostat housing replaced after losing huge amounts of water overnight. My local garage... -
Should I buy a Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Avantgarde or a BMW 520d SE Touring? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am now retired and in the fortunate position of being able to afford one last new decent car. Our priorities are comfort and driving enjoyment. The car... -
Have you driven the Skoda Fabia 1.2DSG? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a Skoda Fabia 1.2 DSG and consider it a great car. I'm very happy with the performance for a small car and, compared to the small... -
Which economical two cars would you recommend for returning ex-pats? 21 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are returning to the UK after 30 years abroad to retire. We are looking to buy two cars, one small as a runaround and one medium-sized for longer trips.... -
Where can I sell my BMW 636 CSi automatic? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
Where should I advertise my BMW 636 CSi auto? I have owned the vehicle for 17 years since 1993. It has cruise control, leather, PAS, ABS and alloys. It's... -
Niagara fall 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Your recent mention of “unintentional acceleration” of automatics, reminds me of a gravestone epitaph my brother claims to have seen on the rocks at the... -
Fuel and his money 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
You may remember I wrote to you about starting and running problems with my recently purchased 2006/56 Focus 1.6 automatic. You recommended Shell V-Power... -
The great unwatched? 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are told that there are several million vehicles on the road which are untaxed, uninsured, do not have a current MoT certificate and are probably being... -
Brace yourself for a belting 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
Could you please advise me about a hefty service quotation I have received from the local Volvo main dealer for a 100,000-mile service of my 1996 Volvo... -
Lessor evil 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
We live overseas, but intend coming to UK (mainly Scotland) each summer for 3-4 months and possibly a further 2 weeks later in the year. A car is essential,... -
Spinning plates 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying an Audi A4 convertible from a friend. It was first registered March 2005, petrol automatic with additional Sport pack, satnav and... -
Transmission tansition 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Toyota Verso car, which is almost 3 years old. The car has the Multi Mode Transmission (MMT). The car is superb but I have never really learnt... -
Assault on battery 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
Having read your response to the letter about battery problems with a Honda Civic you may be interested in the following. We have a Honda Civic EX I-VTEC... -
SUV standard roads 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for a premium diesel SUV automatic with a budget of around £40k. I’m concerned that winters in this country are going to become increasingly... -
Risk action 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
After some effort I have succeeded in getting my insurance company to repair my excellent condition 1998S SAAB 9000 CSE Automatic, which, as you’ll realise,...
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