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Vauxhall Omega 2.2 CD Auto Gearbox Problem 1 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have an old Vauxhall Omega 2.2 CD Auto, which has developed a slight shudder at 50/55 mph. In addition to this, if I rest my hand on the selector, I... -
Need a reliable, spacious, economical car 14 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
We are a retired couple living in London and spending half the year at our house in SW France. We’ve owned a fully loaded Volvo V70 T5 (02) since new... -
Driving characteristics change after turbo change 14 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
The turbo failed on my September 2004 BMW 530D auto at 112,000 miles and was replaced and since the new turbo was fitted, the driving characteristic feels... -
A compromise 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am retired. I have a Mk 1 Freelander 2004 td4 (automatic) for general running about and towing an 18 foot caravan (Bailey Senator) 2 or 3 times a year. Wife... -
Left foot braking 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have long disagreed with your assertion that the left foot should be used to brake when driving an automatic, mainly because the distance ones foot is... -
Which tyres would reduce road noise in my Mazda 3? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your answer to MB of Durley regarding tyre noise on his Ford Fiesta. I own a 09-reg Mazda 3 1.6 Takara automatic which I enjoy driving,... -
If I replace my Audi A4's coolant sensor myself, how do I then reset the engine warning light? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi S4 (the 2004 B6 version). The cause of the engine warning light coming on has been diagnosed by my local Audi dealership as a failure of... -
I need to buy a reliable estate car for 7000 miles per year - should I consider a diesel? 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I need an estate car with good reliability, and I want an automatic with reasonable economy. I have about £10,000 plus my trade-in. I am thinking of a... -
Do Honda Jazzes of more than four years old require any special attention during the service? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
As the 73-year-old owner of a 54-plate Honda Jazz automatic which is coming up to its MoT and annual service, is there anything in particular I should... -
Clio partra 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife has reluctantly decided to give up driving and even more reluctantly to sell her old Clio, which has served her well for many years. It is an 1994L... -
De-hyundrated 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have an April 2009 Hyundai i10 Comfort automatic returning 22-30 mpg. My dealer says this is because the engine is still tight (only 1,400 miles to date)... -
Can I remap my 2001 Ford Focus to get more power for towing a caravan? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I need to gain an increase in power (about 15-20 per cent) from my 2001 1600cc Focus automatic, which I believe can be achieved with remapping (or re-chipping... -
Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class CVT automatic gearbox reliable? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
A dog has arrived in the family and a hatchback is required to prevent the rear seat getting ruined. I currently have a 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport TID... -
Money honey 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am told that a rattle in my 1997 Passat 1.9TDI automatic estate is likely to be a cracked torque converter drive plate and the repair will cost £350.... -
Rocky horror 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
My mother has a Peugeot 306 1,800 automatic in which she ran out of petrol a few days ago. I got petrol but ran the battery flat trying to start it. One... -
Gear stickler 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering downsizing. Do you regard the 2010 model Toyota Yaris auto a best buy or do you recommend something else? -
The big Frees 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been snowed in with sick animals in France for nearly two weeks and of course my Suzuki Splash wasn't up to it. So I have been chasing Jimnys to... -
D R hell 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Many drivers now use their headlights all day long, even in clear daylight, which is very distracting and therefore dangerous. Lights on in clear daylight... -
Taxis ranked 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a taxi operator my vehicle does a high mileage and the Mondeo Mk 2 diesel that I have at present has done nearly 200,000 miles without serious fault.... -
Musical shares 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a demonstrator Honda Jazz EX I-Shift at an attractive part exchange price. It will be available on 1st November. However, I have since...
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