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What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 11 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
My son turns 17 later this month and I am looking for guidance on a first car. Our budget is £2500 and I am thinking Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, Mitsubishi... -
What do I need to take to drive in the USA? 1 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
What do I need to take to drive in the USA? -
New MoT headlight rules - will my car pass? 13 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
I replaced the headlight bulbs on my Volkswagen Golf about 18 months ago. Since then the new MoT rules have been introduced. The replacement bulbs are... -
What will get water stains out of my car upholstery? 11 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
We recently bought a Volkswagen Polo and are dismayed to find that in the recent bad weather, when some rain and snow dripped from my coat onto the upholstery,... -
Should I swap my Euro5 diesel for a hybrid? 21 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2012 Volkswagen Golf diesel (Euro5). For work, I drive 65-miles-a-day. What with the rising price of diesel, I'm thinking of getting a hybrid.... -
The turbo has failed on my 12 year old car - is it worth replacing or should I just scrap the car? 20 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
The turbocharger of my 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 TDI has failed and the garage want £900 to replace it. Should I go ahead? The clutch has also not been... -
If I change the wheels on my car will I have to tell my insurer? 6 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I wish to follow your advice and change to a smaller wheel and higher profile tyre to improve ride quality. Will this affect the guarantee of my eight... -
Can you recommend some aftermarket parking sensors? 29 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend the best aftermarket parking sensors (front and rear) for my Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk6? -
Does my son need to be the registered keeper of a car I own to earn his own NCB? 23 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a vehicle on PCP. My son, who is 34 years old and has been driving for 17 years, is named on the insurance as the main driver. I would like... -
What's the best MPV to replace a Chrysler Grand Voyager? 2 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2010 Grand Voyager which I'm looking to replace. Now that Chrysler aren't selling in the UK, what would you recommend? I have four kids... -
Can I challenge the loss of my No Claims Bonus? 4 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
In 2013, my Volkswagen Passat was broken into and the built in radio/satnav unit was removed. The total repair bill through the insurance was around £2500.... -
Should my son swap his Toyota Yaris Hybrid for a diesel car? 28 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
My son has a three year old Toyota Yaris hybrid - he's worried that resale value in a couple of years will be affected by new electric car technology.... -
Should you change brake fluid every three years? 26 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a four year old Volkswagen Up with 16,700 miles on the clock. She's been advised that you should change the brake fluid every three years but... -
I'm losing antifreeze but don't see any leaks - what could the problem be? 19 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I hear a gurgling sound in the dashboard of my Volkswagen Passat and I'm losing antifreeze. I don't see any leaks. Do you know what the problem could be? -
Should I get a petrol or diesel estate? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI and drive an average of 14,000 miles a year. Due to an arrival of a dog in the household, I'm looking to change... -
Which family car is best - V60, Passat or Leon? 12 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
If you had the choice between a Volvo V60 T3, Volkswagen Passat 1.4 TSI or a SEAT Leon ST 1.4 TSI (all 2013 models) which would you buy? -
What's the best all-season commercial tyre? 1 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter T5 that needs a new set of tyres. As Michelin Cross Climate tyres are not available in 215/65-16 commercial, can you... -
Used Audi Q3 or new SEAT Ateca? 12 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am in the market for a compact SUV due to our one year old labrador out growing our Volkswagen Scirocco. I've narrowed my list to two: the Audi Q3 or... -
Need a small and safe city car – what would you recommend? 14 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need to upgrade from my Smart Fortwo to transport me and my three year old. The car must be small as parking is a nightmare where I live, but as safe... -
Need a reliable and practical car for £5k 9 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI BlueMotion. The CAN unit has just been replaced and I am worried about future reliability issues. Work travel...

