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• Running in an Automatic 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I have checked all the FAQ info and done a search on the techie threads, but there does not seem to be an answer to running in a new automatic. My other half (Anne) has bought a sparkly Honda CRV auto for collection on Friday from Bob Gerard (very nice and helpful people) and is wanting to know how to treat it on the drive from Great Glen back to Yorkshire.
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  Did you know that a former police officer has been disputing your advice regarding left-foot braking in automatics? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I thought you would be interested in the views of a listener to LBC, identified as ‘Roy of South Morden’ and his opinion of your advice about driving an...
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  What automatic SUV would you recommend for frequent short journeys? 4 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Which SUV auto is good for me? I do more short runs every week, around 120 miles.
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  What's the best used, medium-sized SUV? 17 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have £19,000 to spend. Can you tell me what's the best used medium-sized SUV with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox?
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  Nissan Note Acenta Premium vs Note Tekna - what's the difference? 26 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me the difference between the Nissan Note Tekna and Acenta Premium?
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  Are all Land Rovers now automatics? 9 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering replacing my Freelander and would like another Land Rover. I would like another manual but it would seem that most models are now automatic....
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  What's the best small SUV? 31 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Although I love my Nissan Qashqai my wife would prefer a slightly smaller SUV. The car must be an automatic and as comfortable as the Qashqai with similar...
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  The auto gearbox in my Ford S-Max has failed - should Ford take liability? 21 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford S-Max needs a new automatic gearbox at three years, 47,000 miles. Ford will not accept liability. How should I proceed?
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  Which small car is best for driving in Spain? 18 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a property in Spain and want to buy a new car in Spain to keep there. I require a small automatic, five-door with air con, preferably...
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  Tiguan automatic - should I change the gearbox oil? 23 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan diesel automatic, but I am getting different conflicting information on the gearbox. Is it a DSG? Should the oil and filter...
• Fiat Panda automatic - Summons after admitting guilt at scene? 2 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  Police phoned next day to ask how I was (small town) but also asked if I had any medical conditions and if it was a regular occurance?.. said none relevant to driving and No: just oversensitive accelerator on the automatic....police caller said automatics are the worst. Car uneconomical to repair, so I've a manual Suz Splash now and even took a refresher driving lesson. All fine a month later... Now received Court Summons with form for Income but no Admission of Guilt form?
• SUVs - Car Specification Options 28 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  Can anybody recommend an SUV that has soft suspension and has a petrol/automatic engine option, please? Max price about £25k.
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  Is the Mazda 6 Tourer automatic known for DPF problems? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 Tourer, but the auto version that I want is only available with a diesel engine and 19-inch wheels. Have the DPF problems...
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  Which large comfortable car should I buy? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  At 82 I'm looking to replace my 2003 Honda Civic 1.6 Executive automatic for a larger comfortable car such as a Mercedes-Benz E300 or Lexus with low mileage...
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  Can you recommend a petrol automatic hatchback with low emissions? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a car that is petrol, auto, under 120g/km CO2 and a 5-seater hatchback. Any suggestions would be appreciated. If not available now, are...
• ideas for decent cheap automatic runaround 25 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  The criteria is: Preferably smallish but five door (206/clio size but can be saloon) Has to be automatic Up to £1200 to spend Looks reasonably decent (so 98/99 onwards) + reliable (looks wise she doesnt like the E36 3 series, S40, older Honda Civics etc which I have suggested would be ideal) The problem with the above is most of the reasonably styled cars which she likes are French, and this +automatic (which she wont budge on) worries me in terms of reliability.
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  Please recommend an automatic family car for less than £9000? 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I would like some recommendations on a good reliable family car in the region of £6000-£9000, preferably no bigger than 1.8-litre. It can be diesel and...
• Merc B class - Manual -v- Automatic, Diesel -v- Petrol 7 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  The salesman is insistent that Mercs with manual transmission have very poor resale value as everyone wants an automatic. Also, he says that 95% of the cars they sell are diesel. This car will be used mostly for short journeys of a couple of miles. Every 2 months it will get an 80 mile motorway run. Total about 6,000 miles/year.
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  Is it a nightmare task to change my 2004 Toyota Avensis automatic's transmission oil? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You have mentioned that changing oil in an auto box is like a type of dialysis. My 2004 Toyota Avensis T3 is an auto with conventional torque convertor....
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  Shifting people, not gears 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Please may I ask your opinion? If I have £10, 000 to spend, want an automatic MPV (for children, bikes etc) should I get a second hand Ford C-Max or a...