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What is the lifespan of hybrid batteries? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
While there has been considerable research on the life of full EV batteries, I wondered if you have any advice on battery life in hybrid cars. I am looking... -
Should I straighten my wheels when parking? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
When I learnt to drive in the 1960s I was told to park with the wheels straight for two reasons: to avoid strain on the PAS in full lock and to facilitate... -
What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My grandson's family are considering purchasing a car for a 17 year old, the budget is £6000 to £8000. Which car would you recommend and suggest they look... -
Is my Mercedes Vito with windows classified as a van or a car? 13 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Mercedes Vito with windows in the sliding doors behind the driving seat and a row of seats. For speed limits, is it classed as a van... -
Can you extend the range of an electric car by driving economically as you can in a petrol or diesel car? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to extend driving range in an EV by driving more carefully/slowly similar to how you can gain 10% or so in a petrol or diesel car? -
Why has my car insurance increased following a house move? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
We have three cars all insured with different insurers and recently moved approximately 16 miles. No other factors have changed and two of the insurers... -
Need a £15k car with high seating position, automatic gearbox and petrol engine 25 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
We are both in our 70s with some knee and hip issues but generally quite mobile. My wife has a Suzuki Splash which she is happy with but I find it too... -
What are our rights after buying an unroadworthy car in a private sale? 22 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My son bought a BMW 1 Series this week from a private seller for £2500. He has had it five days and only driven it 25 miles. Yesterday, it failed to start.... -
What do you think of the Honda HR-V? 17 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2.2 diesel Honda Civic is now eight years old with 120,000 miles of trouble-free motoring. But it's getting harder to get in an out of as I age. The... -
What SUV do you recommend in terms of best value for money? 21 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently running a Mazda CX-5, which is coming to the end of its PCP schedule. I love the car's handling, though not too keen on the low end power... -
I won't be driving for a few weeks - should I SORN my car or not? 21 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am in the 12-week isolation/vulnerable group. I only reinsured my car for 12 months yesterday so I called my insurance company and they are happy to... -
I need to tax my car but can't get it MoT'd - what do I do? 21 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car tax is due on the 30 April and my MoT also expires on that date. Today I received a letter from the DVLA stating that to continue paying my tax... -
I don't have a mains socket to charge my car. Can I use a portable jump starter instead? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’ve been reading the questions about trickle chargers for cars that can’t be driven during the Covid-19 lockdown, but because I don’t have access to a... -
What should we do if we break down in the live lane of a Smart motorway? 3 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
What should we do if we break down in the live lane of a Smart motorway? Should we ring 999, for example? -
What’s the most feature-packed dashcam on the market? 27 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
My son passed his driving test earlier in the year and we want to get him a dashcam for Christmas. What’s the best dashcam on the market? We want to get... -
Which pressure washer do you recommend for between £100-£150? 27 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
We’ve been suffering from flooding in recent weeks and, as a result, the roads around us are absolutely filthy. We don’t have a pressure washer, but I... -
I want a fairly cheap but sturdy roofbox - what do you recommend? 27 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need a fairly cheap, but sturdy, roof box for a bit of extra space over the holiday period. What’s out there? I don’t really want to spend any more than... -
How much should I pay for a 1997 Mercedes-Benz W202? 9 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a 1992 Mercedes-Benz W202 estate with 60,000 miles on the clock. It has one owner from new and it's in good condition - what do you... -
How can a Euro5 diesel van be ULEZ compliant? 21 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying a 2016 Renault Trafic S127 Energy dCi panel van (66 Plate) and have checked online with Transport for London's ULEZ Checker and... -
Which cheap car will be best for my 80-mile commute? 21 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I need a car for my daily commute of 80 miles. The journey is packed with traffic and usually involves a lengthy motorway crawl. I'm thinking I need an...
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