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Can I keep a low fuel level in a hybrid? 30 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Volkswagen Passat GTE. My local commute is only 10 miles round trip so I'm running almost exclusively on electricity except if I make... -
Is my car clever enough to recognise that most of my driving is around town and remap its engine management accordingly? 8 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is my Polo GTI clever enough to recognise that most of my driving is around town and remap its engine management accordingly? If so, how can I get out... -
The DSG in my SEAT Leon has failed after just 35,000 miles? 2 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 SEAT Leon 1.8 TSI DSG needs a new gearbox. It has only done 35,000 miles and is going to cost almost £5000 to fix. It has always been serviced... -
Can you recommend a car for a growing family who need three Isofix seats as well as room for two parents? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a car for a growing family who need 3 Isofix seats as well as room for 2 parents? We average annual mileage of 8000. -
Is it normal to have two cancellation charges on insurance? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I recently cancelled my existing insurance policy due to a vehicle change and was refused repayment of £167 unexpired days by Surething (underwriter was... -
What's the best car for a stand-up comedian who travels around the country? 8 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
My son travels all around the country with his job as a stand-up comedian. His faithful 2003 Volkswagen Golf has now done 210,000 miles, but is getting... -
Are there set workshop times for specific jobs? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Are there official times for specific jobs on a Volkswagen T5 Transporter? I have been charged what I think is an excessive price for changing the fuel... -
What small yet comfortable car would you recommend? 22 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have driven a Mercedes S-Class for years, but now that I am in my late 80s I want a smaller car, but with comfort as near the S as possible. Of course... -
Does the water pump need changed with the timing belt? 4 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI needs needs a new timing belt this year. Should the water pump be done at the same time? My local garage has told me the... -
What's the problem with DSG gearboxes? 18 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I saw your comments about the Volkswagen DSG gearbox in the Daily Telegraph. What is the problem with the DSG? I have had the Tiptronic in an Audi A4 quattro... -
We need a car for three children - what would you suggest? 24 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
We will soon have three children who will all need car seats. We currently have a 2015 Ford Mondeo and cannot fit three child seats across the rear of... -
If I don't have the emissions fix done will my car fail the MoT emissions test? 14 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
Should have the emissions fix done on my 2010 Volkswagen Passat? It has 120,000 miles on the clock. If I don't have it done will it affect the MoT emissions... -
What used, reliable, family car would you recommend for under £10,000? 9 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a used, reliable, automatic family car for under £10,000 as soon as possible. What would you recommend and where is best to purchase from? -
Is buying from a small dealer wise? 4 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
We saw a Volkswagen Scirocco for sale online. When we rang the mobile number, the seller said he sells his cars from his home address. I can't find any... -
How often does the oil in the DSG gearbox have to be changed? 11 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
How often does the oil in the DSG gearbox have to be changed if at all? -
What petrol SUV/crossover would you suggest for the best mpg? 22 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
We're looking for a petrol automatic SUV/crossover with good mpg and fully spec'd for short daily use, with occasional long journeys. We are looking at... -
Are there any good alternatives to the diesel Nissan Qashqai? 20 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my Volkswagen Golf 1.4 DSG petrol for a Nissan Qashqai auto 1.2 because I need a higher car due to back problems. However, I'm concerned... -
Where have all the 2.0-litre petrol engines gone? 14 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2.0-litre Volkswagen Passat 130 petrol engine car. I would like to replace it with car with a similar size petrol-engined car not turbocharged... -
Looking to buy the safest car for a young driver - which have autonomous breaking? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy the safest car for a young and newly qualified driver. Cars with autonomous breaking would appeal ideal - which (if any) would you recommend?... -
What SUV offers a safe and comfortable drive in rural areas? 1 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2009 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI. It's a great car with all the bells and whistles. I'm shortly moving to a more rural area and the low...
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