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Which new car for a 66-year-old with 2 hip replacements? 19 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 5-door diesel Yoyota Yaris which I like very much. I have recently had a second hip replacement and am wondering if it is time to consider... -
Why do HGVs insist on overtaking each other on motorways? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
In response to "NH" (Honest John, 5 January), what purpose is served by one 40 tonne, 56 mph vehicle spending five minutes to overtake an identical behemoth... -
Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great... -
Toyota Yaris - Hybrid or petrol? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently changed my 10 year old Mercedes C-Class for a new Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVR-I Edition, purely on the grounds of economy, such as no road tax in the... -
Why is the oil level rising in my Honda Civic diesel? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Honda Civic 2.2 i-DTEC, which I bought last month with 5800 miles on the clock, appears to be making oil. I have done 700 miles and the level has... -
New car extended warranty - what do you suggest? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently ordered VW Golf 1.4TSI Match through drivethedeal, I have been inspired through your forum and everything till now went fine. I am thinking... -
Why is Mercedes-Benz currently pushing its Euro 6 compliant engines? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercedes-Benz seems to be actively promoting its Euro 6 compliant BluTec diesel engines in favour of the established Euro 5 CDi Blue Efficiency versions... -
Buying used 4007 - should DPF put us off? 20 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are considering buying a used Peugeot 4007 2.2 HDi 156 SE 5dr - 74,500 miles, 07 plate, full Peugeot service history, local car. Recently serviced,... -
Which small automatic for my disabled sister? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 58-year-old sister has MS, and her left leg has recently weakened. She is hoping to qualify for a Motability car, and would welcome your advice on the... -
Why has the turbo failed on my Vauxhall Corsa? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa 1.3CDTi that has done less than 50,000 miles. I have been experiencing loss of power at speed and have been told that the... -
Should I trust my Mondeo's trip counters or my own calculations when measuring mpg? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned two cars from new with trip computers, both of which were over-optimistic about fuel consumption. Typically in my 2008 Mondeo diesel I achieve... -
Will a K&N filter be more efficient at filtering in dusty conditions? 10 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1996 Lexus LX450 that I use in Luanda, Angola. It spends a lot of time going down dusty, sandy, tracks so I change the air, oil and fuel filters... -
Downsizing from an Accord 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently enjoy driving my Honda Accord iCDTI on my 40 mile round trip commute over a mixture of roads. I like the build quality, reliability, refinement... -
Why do BP use pumps which can cause drivers to fill up with the wrong fuel? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
Your response to RH, Royston suggests BP Ultimate as an option. Our local BP garage has four pump units, each with three nozzles on each side. Each side... -
Very pleased with my Pirelli Scorpion tyres. 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I can endorse your recommendation of Pirelli Scorpion STRs. I had them fitted to my 2004 Volvo XC70 when I bought it used. I have never had a moment's... -
Thinking of buying a secondhand diesel - when did DPFs and DMFs appear? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am driving a 2004 Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel which is giving excellent service and fuel economy. I will keep it for a year or two longer, but I wonder about... -
What car do you recommend for use in hilly terrain? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am a 57-year old female and I need to change the family car in the very near future. At present I drive a 56-reg Nissan Micra C+C, which I like driving... -
C-Class running in limp mode 18 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an April 05 C220 CDI with sports pack and it stalled on me about 5 miles after filling up at Morrisons, with no discernible damage noise. All electrics... -
Can you suggest a good car for my needs? 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am a 33yr old female who has owned her Peugeot 207 for 10 years. Sadly it's increasingly creaky and temperamental after a life of good service. I have... -
Does the new BMW 118SE's turbo need to be cooled at the end of a drive? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am considering the purchase of a new 4-door BMW 118 SE. The spec includes a turbo petrol engine. I am wondering if the turbo is likely to encounter the...
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