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Is the EGR cooler problem on my Skoda Yeti linked to the emissions fix? 27 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a Skoda Yeti 2.0-litre diesel, bought in March 2012 . The Skoda garage performed the software update to correct the Volkswagen diesel emissions... -
Should I get my Skoda Superb fixed? 16 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just had a letter to take my Skoda Superb 2.0 diesel for the emission fix. Do you think I should have it done or not? -
Best used car for fuel economy? 27 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at possibly getting a new(er) car to replace my Mk2 Volkswagen Golf that averages at about 25mpg. I'm looking for an automatic that gets better... -
Is my 2011 SEAT Ibiza Cupra worth more because it has a new engine? 18 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2011 SEAT Ibiza Cupra's engine has failed just before I was due to start looking for a new car. The CAVE engine failure I understand to be very common... -
Skoda Fabia - is the timing chain reliable? 8 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are looking at a Fabia Estate as a future replacement for our 2010 Honda Jazz, which lacks boot space. I've heard too many horror stories to buy another... -
Will new tyres solve my Polo's uncomfortable ride? 7 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI that is 12 months old. When I went for a test drive, prior to purchase, I complained that the ride was too hard. The dealer... -
VW emissions scandal - Am I due compensation? 28 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just received a letter from Volkswagen inviting me to make an appointment to have the software updated on my car to address the issue of the emissions... -
Buying a first car for a teenager - what would you recommend? 8 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are about to buy a first car for a teenage boy learning to drive. We think a Volkswagen Up would be a good option (not sure which would be the best... -
Water leak into rear footwell of Citigo - what's causing it? 3 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Skoda Citigo at three years old is getting flooded in well of rear seat behind the driver right hand drive about 4 inches deep, this soaked through... -
L200 load capacity 19 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
Mitsusbishi is claiming its new L200 has the highest load capacity of any of the pick-ups. As its towing capacity is less than many of the competition,... -
Emissions issue - why have other manufacturers been so quiet? 6 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
As no other manufacturer rather disturbingly has said they have not cheated the emissions like Volkswagen is there any indication of governments challenging... -
Golf Mk7 - EA189 Engine or EA288? 1 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
John, thanks for the great coverage of the VW emissions scandal ... by far the best commentary I've found anywhere. Are you able to just clarify something... -
Changing tyres on a Polo BlueMotion 1 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I wrote to you recently regarding low rolling resistance tyres fitted to the Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion adversely affecting ride quality. I have now test... -
Passat electric handbrake motor housing 11 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I took my 2007 Passat to the Volkswagen garage as I needed to get one of the keys re-coded. They linked the car to the computer and after an hour, told... -
Has the the head gasket gone my Polo? 26 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
Has my 2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI blown a head gasket? There is water build up in the tray at the front driver's/coolant tank side of engine. The car... -
What should I replace my Touran with? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Volkswagen Touran Sport diesel with a DSG gearbox. The car is big enough to fit my non-foldable wheelchair in the boot and is fine for... -
Does my Golf have an alignment problem? 3 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf has just had its major service done at an authorised dealer. However I now find that: a) The steering wheel is slightly to the left... -
New driver in need of a used car - what should I buy? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy my first car but I'm undecided as to whether to get a 2009 Seat Ibiza 1.4 SE, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 S, 2008 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec... -
Which four-wheel drive? 5 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have test driven a Land Rover Discovery Sport, Audi Q5 and Volkswagen Touareg. Of these cars and can't decide which to go for if any. Could you advise?... -
Need a cheap and reliable car for £2000 15 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm a medical student soon to graduate and I need a small reliable car to get to the hospital in. I will probably clock up 12,000 miles over the year but...

