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Can I cancel my new car order and get my deposit back? 6 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I ordered a new car and paid a £500 deposit over the phone end of March 24. At the time was living 200 miles from the dealer. Car is not yet built and... -
Do I need to change both tyres if I get a puncture on one? 11 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have just had to replace a rear runflat tyre due to having had a puncture on my BMW 420i Convertible which had only done 8,000 miles, so I now have a... -
Should I choose an automatic or manual MINI Cooper S? 24 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I plan to buy a MINI Cooper S. The price is the same for a manual or double-clutch transmission. I prefer to use a manual box, which I assume is more reliable... -
How long should tyres last? 3 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
What is the recommended life span of tyres? -
What is the best year and model of Toyota Yaris? 1 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking at purchasing an automatic Yaris or Yaris Hybrid. From research and asking around it seems like the 1.4/1.5 engine is the best to go for. However,... -
What is a good car for a new driver? 15 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
We've promised our granddaughter a car for her 17th birthday, including insurance, total budget about £8000. She has not yet passed her test, and is not... -
Is the Skoda Yeti the right car for me? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in buying a Skoda Yeti. I have a budget of up to £10,000. We drive a max of 5000 miles a year and are not off-roaders in any sense! Would... -
How much is ex-driving instructor car worth? 6 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’ve just changed my driving instructor car and I’m looking at selling my old one. The car is a Hyundai i10 SE automatic it’s a 17 plate with 79,000 miles... -
Should we turn stop-start off? 9 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
My 22 year old granddaughter has just bought her first car (on a pcp). It’s a Toyota AygoX automatic. I’ve been given to understand that it has the stop/start... -
Can you recommend an alternative to a Rover 25 for £5,000? 12 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
My brother, who is 89, has a much loved Rover 25 (his fourth Rover) but it's getting less reliable and he uses it daily, so needs to change. Can you please... -
What's the best hybrid SUV for towing? 10 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend... -
Should I learn left foot braking? 19 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
How do you train your left foot to brake in a car with an auto transmission? -
How far do I need to drive my car to charge its battery? 17 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
My husband has a 2017 Ford Kuga automatic with i-stop but won't be able to drive it for 6 months. How far do I need to drive it to charge its battery?... -
Should I replace by 2.0-litre SUV with a smaller engined model? 1 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a Tiguan 2013, which I would like to update. I went to a Volkswagen garage yesterday and said I wanted a used 2.0-litre 4x4. They told me I would... -
Is a 15-year-old car too old to be looking at? 4 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've got £3000 to buy a car with and it must be automatic and big enough to accommodate two big child seats. At the moment I've landed on a BMW 3 Series... -
Can you recommend a small, automatic SUV? 27 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm after a small, used SUV with an auto gearbox. I have a budget of £11,000 - £12,000. I'm doing 7000-8000 miles of mixed driving per year. So far I've... -
Do you think this used car is good value? 13 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'd value your views on Ford Mondeo (67-plate) auto petrol 1.5, please. It's got 26,000 miles on the clock and your valuation is very good, as its priced... -
I'm tempted to buy an ex-demo car. Is that a good idea? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Are dealers' ex-demonstrator cars a good buy? -
I'm an amputee. Can I drive without driving aids? 11 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My right leg was removed to above the knee this February and I want to drive my automatic car using my left foot with no adaptations. I've got the hang... -
Can I make essential shopping trips without a valid MoT if it can't be done because of coronavirus? 17 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Our car MoT runs out on 3 April. We have to self isolate as my wife receives annual flu jabs. Will I be able to make essential food shopping journeys if...