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I prefer 'map-nav' to sat nav, despite the dulcet tones of my Citigo's Infotainment system. 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I took a drive out from Dulwich to Chatham in my new Skoda Citigo (a brilliant little car) using my eyes and road signs to guide the way. On return I used... -
Can I claim for this pothole damage? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
On 16th January 2013 my car hit a large pothole on the outskirts of Tring. The hole was so large it pulled the vehicle to the verge hitting the concrete... -
Which large four-door car is suitable for towing a caravan? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am nearing the end of my second year of three owning a Mercedes-Benz E220CDI Blue Efficiency diesel automatic from new. I want a large four-door car,... -
SUV with good ground clearance and adequate boot space 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to replace my much loved Daihatsu Terios. I need a reliable 4 wheel drive automatic (dodgy knee). It must be able to deal with unmade... -
Why does my new Audi A6 have a start button and a push button handbrake? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a new Audi A6 Avant to replace an A4 convertible now that we have a new addition to the family. I am a big fan of the Audi range and... -
Why does my Volvo V70 use so much oil? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We bought a used 2006 Volvo V70 T5SE in April 2011 with 59,000 miles on the clock that continues to consume about a litre of engine oil every 2000 miles.... -
Buying a Mercedes-Benz - petrol or diesel? 20 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am getting myself a little confused over the diesel/petrol debate. I realise that you need to do more mileage to benefit from diesel but did not realise... -
Buying a new small car – what would you recommend? 9 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My mother is looking to replace her BMW 320D Touring with a smaller car, maybe something in the Polo/Golf size and now she does fewer miles, maybe petrol.... -
Disastra zone 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My husband's trusty and very ancient Vauxhall Astra 1.6 automatic has finally given up the ghost and he needs to replace it quickly with a very reliable... -
Thanks to JMA Cars of Colwyn Bay for repairing my Rover 75. 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Owners of Rover 75 and MG ZT equivalents, who may be tiring of their service garages unable to diagnose or misdiagnosing problems, should be made aware... -
Which convertible has a large boot space to accommodate my golf clubs? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Having, regrettably, had to sell my pristine XJS convertible through lack of winter garage space, I would be most grateful to know which "Eurocar" convertible... -
Fully Komp 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2002/52 Mercedes Benz SLK 200 Kompressor from a local garage. The garage specialises in Jaguar, Mercedes, BMW, etc. up to 10... -
I'd like to buy a MINI or Audi A3 for a 14-mile commute - will a diesel be reliable for such short journeys? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
Now that a nice lady has written off my Mercedes-Benz SLK I am looking to replace it with a diesel convertible. Due to the weather I haven't been able... -
Can you recommend a fun convertible for commuting and weekend drives? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are a family with two family cars. We are looking to replace the second car, an ageing Vauxhall Vectra, with something more fun. This would primarily... -
Feetal position 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I actually know an automatic right foot only driver. Although she didn't kill or injure anyone, she managed to create mayhem and damage six other cars... -
I'd like an Audi A6 or Mercedes-Benz E-Class for commuting - would a diesel be problematic? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I intend to change my 2001 BMW 530i Touring (73,000 miles) for either an Audi A6 or Mercedes-Benz E-Class estate. I have always driven petrol-engined cars... -
What's causing my Toyota Avensis to 'whoop' when the clutch is used? 13 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Toyota Avensis 2.0 D 4D TR was purchased in February and, due to a 'whoop' noise every time the clutch was used on start off, the Toyota dealership... -
Swipe cars 10 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
Last July, just before my car insurance came up for renewal, I was side-swiped on a dual carriageway by a motorist trying to pull out to overtake parked... -
Rough trade 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
A few years back we attempted to move from Southern to Northern England and bought a BMW 320D for anticipated long trips up and down the motorway. The... -
One cloner car? 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to change our aging 3 Series BMW in the next couple of months and have been following with interest your views on the merits of the KIA...

