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Does the Jaguar XJR have any known problems I should look for? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a 2003 Celica (140bhp) for two years now and fancy a bit of a change. Talking down the pub with friends, we got on to slightly older but very... -
Shifting circumstances 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in dispute about the relative merits of automatics and manuals. My view, from my advanced years, a lifetime in the industry (with Ford)... -
Fine hell curtains? 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
Back in December I sold a Volvo Estate. I wrote to DVLA next day and informed them (just plain first class post). A few months later they sent me a letter... -
Photo finishers 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
There has been much in the press about photocard licence renewal and I was delighted to read your recent tip that DVLA would now accept a digital photo,... -
Can I renew my EV road tax early so it's free for longer? 5 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
Now that EV's will be liable for Road Tax from 01/05/2025 I see lots of people advocating renewing the current free Road Tax early to gain an extra period... -
Can my wife be the owner of a car even if she doesn't drive it? 3 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
My wife may well have her licence revoked because she has incipient Alzheimer's Disease. She owns our car. Can she still continue to own it, although she... -
How can I check if a used car attracts a tax premium? 7 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
When buying for example a two year old car is the seller either private or a dealer obliged to inform you that when new it's list price was over 40k and... -
Can I appeal a speeding fine? 11 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I feel I have been unfairly fined for speeding. I was travelling East on the A14 late at night on a quiet road towards Cambridge. Four lanes: the 1st for... -
What is a suitable car for a retired couple? 15 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
We have a Citroen C3 Picasso which we now wish to change. It has been a great success for a 6ft 1in man and 5ft 2ins wife. Motoring is local, South Somerset... -
Does the £40k VED premium apply to vans as well as cars? 4 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am purchasing a new Volkswagen Transporter van and having it converted into a campervan. The purchase price of the basic van is just over £40k. Does... -
Should I use one pedal driving on my EV on motorways? 17 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota BZ4x with one pedal driving. Should this be used on a motorway or dual carriageway? When I switch it on I can feel a retardation which... -
What's the best plug-in hybrid SUV for £35,000? 17 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). I have a budget of £35,000. I have a dilemma, I have supported Land Rover since the early eighties and... -
Can you recommend a fun, reliable car for £3000? 15 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
Since I was 17, I have had quick and fun cars. Would you be able to suggest a car that has good handling, a turn of speed, fairly reliable and around £3000?... -
Should I buy a new petrol, hybrid or electric car? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
In the next few months, I will buy a new SUV. Is it better to buy a petrol, plug-in hybrid or all-electric nowadays? -
Will the UK's speed limit be raised at some point? 3 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
Apart from the millions extracted from drivers in speeding fines, what justification is there for the 70mph speed limit on motorways? It was imposed as... -
Do the new lockdown guidelines alter the MoT extension? 12 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
As one can now drive any time, anywhere in England, from 13 May - does this alter the six month MoT extension? -
The factory that was building my ordered car has closed. Where do I stand with the dealer? 7 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I ordered a new Volvo XC40, which was due to be built on 4 April and delivered to the dealer around 16 April. The factory in Belgium were it is being built... -
What's best in the snow - snow socks or snow chains? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
The recent cold snap has got me wondering whether I should invest in a pair of snow socks or snow chains? Which are best suited to the British Winter and... -
What's a reliable used car for £7000? 19 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am seeking a car must be petrol, automatic with a full spare wheel and large boot, plus easy to get into for a person with short legs and mobility problems.... -
Does aluminium foil prevent keyless theft? 28 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
To enter my car, one has to use the remote locking key. Is aluminium foil a sufficient way to prevent a theft attempt by someone without the key?
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