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Have daytime running lights replaced fog lights? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was under the impression that it was illegal to use fog lights except in adverse weather conditions. Since the new regulations recently introduced that... -
Is Mercedes liable for sensotronic brake control failures on a Mercedes E320? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercede-Benz has confirmed via diagnostics that the SBC unit on our 2004 Mercedes E320CDI has gone. I am aware there have been problems with this unit,... -
Buying a 12 plate Espace - but when was it made? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I wish to replace our 2005 Grand Espace and have seen an Espace 2.0 dCi 150 Dynamique Tom Tom 5 door registered March 2012 offered at £16,000 from a main... -
What do you think of the Mazda Bongo? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter needs a car to ferry her four young children to school and to travel to see us in the school holidays. I have been offered a 2.5-litre Mazda... -
Was my vehicle really serviced today? 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
MacRae and Dick (Inverness) serviced our car today - or did they? Our 2011 Focus went for its first 12 months service today. When I lifted the bonnet... -
Road and tyre noise in the Mazda 2 1.5 Sport 10 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
When I asked you what car to buy for retirement that was as much fun to drive as my much loved Mazda MX5 one of the cars you recommended was the Mazda... -
Which car has five seats and room for a wheelchair? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at replacing my 2000 1.8-litre petrol Volkswagen Passat Estate with something of similar size. I need five seats plus room for a wheelchair,... -
2002 Passat consuming too much fuel 21 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 2002 1.9 TDI Passat estate 130 occasionally cuts out when started from cold (usually on pulling up at the traffic lights) and is slightly heavier on... -
Thanks to Renault for their help with our Clio's ignition barrel fault. 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a 57-reg Clio Musique and the other day could not get the key out of ignition or start the car. Eventually, she got it started. The Renault... -
Buying and Selling and Shell V-Power 19 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a new Focus Titanium to my exact spec through Drive the Deal, and sold the old car through Sure Sell. It worked out very well - thanks... -
What are the regulations in France for Spare Xenon Bulbs? 19 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a 2010 E61 with adaptive xenons. What are the regulations for carrying spare bulbs when travelling in France? Reason I ask is that... -
Volvo XC90 Polestar upgrade - worth it? 17 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volvo XC90 D5, Model Year 2010 (PS185), which is just 2 years old and about to have a service. I'm really pleased with it, but one drawback... -
Can I act as a named driver on my 17-year-old granddaughter's insurance policy? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I read in your column today your advice on insuring teenage drivers. My granddaughter is approaching 17 and the problem of insurance raises its head. You... -
Buying a new or nearly new small car - what would you recommend? 19 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is a single parent with a four-year-old child and very happy with her 04 plate, manual, petrol, Jazz, but wants to change it for a new or nearly... -
VW Passat: water Ingress, sunroof drains blocked 13 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Passat (2002) has water inside the boot on the left and right hand sides in a recess built into the floor where the jack and tools are stored.... -
How can I reduce the insurance premiums on my Volvo S80? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am a 39-year-old man with a family of five. I just passed my test two hours ago. I am kind of confused on which affordable used car to buy for my family.... -
Is £12,000 a good price for a new Ford Fiesta with a part-exchange for our old Puma? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are looking at a 1.4 Fiesta Titanium in Sea Grey. The dealer is offering it at £12,000 plus our Y-reg Puma valued at £1200. I'd like reversing sensors... -
Blinking Nuisance 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My pet hate is indicators flashing in my eyes when waiting at traffic lights, especially on cold, wet British winters nights. Nothing worse. Especially... -
Out of Focus 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
A friend is thinking of changing her 3-year-old Ford Focus Diesel manual for another car. Could you advise what types of similar mid range cars are available... -
Does the petrol Fiat 500C drive as well as the diesel version? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
In your road test you thought the 500C drove like a sports car and was as good as the Mini Cooper thanks to the anti-roll bar. Is this the same as a torsion...