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What items do I need to carry in my car to be legally allowed to drive in Europe? 27 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
Early next month I will be driving through Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and France. I will be in a 2017 BMW X3. I have seen a lot of confusing and sometimes... -
My 2012 car failed its MoT due to a faulty DRL - is this right? 4 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
A couple of days ago my 2012 BMW 520d failed its MoT due to O/S DRL not working. The dipped and high beams worked fine. It cost me almost £800 to change... -
I want to stay under £40k with my new car to avoid higher tax - are delivery charges included in the list price? 22 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have settled on buying a a car which, with extras, is very close to the £40,000 list price. Obviously I want to stay just below that so I don't get hit... -
I do mostly short journeys and tow a few times per year - would it be wise to trade in my diesel car for a plug-in hybrid? 30 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
My current car is a four year old Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 HDI with 33,000 miles on the clock. I tow a small caravan (700kg) several times per year on long... -
Is it worth getting an extended warranty? 15 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
MINI are quoting me one year's extended warranty, £425 including emergency service with £100 excess. My MINI Cooper is three years old with 12,757 miles... -
Why are there so few petrol automatic MPVs? 16 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm a full time mum of two looking for an MPV with a high driving position, the option to convert to seven seats, and crucially an automatic gearbox as... -
Which Nissan X-Trail to tow my caravan? 17 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've been looking at the X-Trail to tow my caravan but people are reporting fuel pump issues and going into limp mode are both these models affected by... -
How good are Michelin Cross Climate tyres? 18 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
Would Michelin Cross Climate tyres be a good replacement for dedicated Winter and Summer tyres on a BMW 5-series F10 550? I change every six months and... -
Is it worth using premium fuel in an old car? 2 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
Having just sold my 2004 BMW 330 convertible to a family member after seven fault free years, I intend to replace it with a 328 Touring on my budget of... -
Selling a car - Do I have to declare an engine repair? 1 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
One month ago I took my BMW series 3 (petrol) for a routine service and MOT. They called me to say there were "issues" with the car. It transpires two... -
Buying a used car - petrol or diesel? 6 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a five year old car, with a budget of £9000. I'm inclined toward a diesel due to the low-down torque and economy, but also think that a... -
Faulty Q5 has been replaced three times and broken down again - what should I do? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery of a new Audi Q5 15 months ago; however, due to persistent problems with the driver's seat, the car was eventually replaced - I had to... -
Best used 7 seat SUV 27 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
Dear HJ, We brought our 57 plate Mercedes E-class Estate with has rear facing seats in the boot brought in anticipation adding to our two children. However,... -
Just bought a 2015 Mustang GT 5.0 ... what do you think? 20 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a 2015 Mustang V8. This car is bloody amazing. In nearly 30 years motoring I have never been in a car with performance (or grip) to touch... -
Why doesn't my Peugeot 3008 satnav accept full UK postcodes? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Peugeot 3008 in October 2009. Generally the car has served me well, but with one annoying defect. The satnav will not accept the full UK... -
What do you think of the Renault Laguna Coupe? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 1999 Toyota Celica, which I love and have owned for eight years with no major problems at all. I feel however, that I would like something a... -
Thanks for your information on depreciation on Fords. 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Thank you for your recommendations. I must admit surprise at the number of Fords listed, knowing how quickly they depreciate, but I like the look of the... -
Thinking of changing my Audi 1.9tdi 130 Avant 04' 10 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi A4 1.9tdi Avant Sport 04 with 170k miles on the clock. I have owned the car from 6k miles and have taken great care of it both from a maintenance... -
Why are cars made with hard suspension and low profile tyres? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Suspension engineers seem to be deluded. They seem to think we all want to drive sports cars on perfect German roads. I have test driven several premium... -
Will the new MOT regulations force older cars off the road? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
The latest heavy-handed MoT legislation by the EU will force many perfectly safe, usable, older cars off the road. The costs of rectifying faulty warning...
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