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Why does my Sierra have a metallic rattling sound at low revs? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Sierra 1.6 petrol - the "lean burn economy engine". Unfortunately it suffered from hardened valve seats last year as it turned out not be... -
What effect will the proposed ban on new fossil fuel powered vehicles in 2040 have on the value of classic vehicles? 8 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
As the Government has proposed the banning of all new vehicles powered by fossil fuels by 2040, what do you think the effect will be on the value of classic... -
What car should I buy that's fun but economical? 7 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am 69 and generally reasonably fit and still working. Three months ago I decided that I really needed a car with a higher driving position. I fancied... -
Air-con failure after purchase - is it covered by the warranty? 2 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
In March, I bought a low-mileage (10,000) 2013 Porsche Boxster from a Porsche dealer, including - what I thought was - a rock-solid two year warranty.... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel Audi Q5 for a company car? 31 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm choosing a new company car and my family like the Audi Q5. We mainly do London urban driving with the odd long weekend drive. The new London congestion... -
Reliability issues after LPG installation 15 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Ford Focus Mk2 (2007 model) 1.6 ti-vct that was converted three years ago to a Plug-N-Drive LPG system. About a month ago I noticed a whining noise.... -
Volkswagen diesel engine problems following emissions scandal fix 3 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
We had owned two Volkswagen Tiguans and two Passats with the 2.0 TDI. The youngest 2012 Tiguan has just has the emissions fix done and it seems down on... -
Mondeo losing power under acceleration 1 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Ford Mondeo (39,000 miles) 140 TDCI is losing power under medium to hard acceleration. When accelerating from 1900rpm onwards the car intermittently... -
Feeling ill whilst driving - is my car emitting dangerous fumes? 1 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am driving a 2011 Volkswagen Passat (company car) with 50,000 miles on the clock. I've had it for sometime and felt ill. My other half told me it was... -
What has caused a major engine failure in my Fiat 500 Multijet diesel? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
In 2008 I went to a Fiat dealership and, with the help of the car salesman, configured a 500 Multijet diesel to my 'needs' and to a very high spec. Having... -
Why doesn't my Audi A4 return its quoted mpg figure? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My new company car is a 2012 Audi A4 TDI 136 and I am extremely disappointed with the fuel economy. The book states that the car should achieve 65.7mpg... -
Should I keep my much-loved and underrated Safrane or sell it? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
In November of 2010 I purchased, despite knowing the risks, a 1998 Renault Safrane 2.5-litre Automatic with 80,000 miles on the clock for just £400. I... -
Why can't our Freelander 2 achieve the claimed fuel economy figure of 45mpg? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I believe there is a culture of deceit within Land Rover. We purchased a new Freelander 2 TD4 manual from a Land Rover dealer in November 2010. The transaction... -
I'd like to recommend the Skoda Yeti to anyone looking for a small SUV. 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
With reference to your answer to PS regarding options for small SUVs: I was in the same predicament, needing higher seating for ease of access, particularly... -
Used car for long commute 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used car for a weekly commute (180 miles each way at the beginning and end of the week). From what I have previously read a diesel... -
Could you recommend a more economical replacement for my wife's Subaru Forester? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife is using a Subaru Forester XT 2.5 auto which we bought in 2009. I anticipated that the annual mileage would be around 6000, but in fact it's double... -
Towed, on the whole 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I need a practical beast that will comfortably tow a 1,500kg caravan for about 3,000 miles a year, and carry 4 adults and accommodate 2 Labradors and walking... -
What's the correct oil for my car? 11 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
Shell oils are now used by BMW garages in the UK. My 2019 BMW X3 3.0-litre handbook says 0W-30 or 5W-30, but only the 5W-30 Shell oil states that it is... -
Can I add DPF fluid manually? 29 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Can a DPF fluid be added manually to each full tank of diesel on my Volvo V50 as my Filter Additive tank is showing a sensor failure and erratic level... -
What is a mild hybrid? 11 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
What does 48v mild hybrid mean and what is it meant to do?
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