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What's the best diesel for low mileage? 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Having retired, I no longer do the miles I used to to justify a diesel. I'm probably down to 10,000, with a 70 mile round trip on motorways twice a month.... -
The government should now launch a diesel scrappage scheme to get ALL diesels off the road? 24 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
Based on the results from last night's BBC Panorama programme re the emissions scandal of Volkswagen group, the Government should now launch a diesel scrappage... -
Brake pads need replacing after 6849 miles 11 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago I was told by my local MINI dealer than my car my 2007 Cooper needed new rear brake pads, discs and sensors at 34,000 miles. Yesterday... -
Out of warranty MINI fault - what are my legal rights? 30 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife has owned her 2011 MINI One D from new. The other day the car started making a rattle from the rear driver's side. Upon closer inspection the bolt... -
What do you think of the Mercedes-Benz R129 SL? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have the opportunity to purchase, as a private deal, a LHD 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL320 roadster, which belongs to a friend of a friend. It is white in colour... -
Which SUV to replace our 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan? 26 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0TDI 4-Motion, which has a towbar and has been a delight to drive. The whole of our grown-up family... -
Cruise uncontrolled 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Peugeot 208, which I must say is perfect for my needs except for the cruise control. Every car I have driven with cruise control keeps... -
Fixing a misfuelled problem 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was in a hurry to get to the airport and accidentally put 14.8 litres of Shell Fuelsave Petrol in my 2006, 56 model diesel BMW 520d SE Auto. At the advice... -
Which high-performance car would you recommend? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
After 12 years in Hong Kong we will be returning to the UK in the beginning of 2013. I would like to make up for lost time when back in the UK and have... -
Do our Jaguar X-Type diesels have DPFs and how do they work? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
When my wife's 12-year-old BMW needed replacing she was delighted to acquire an 18-month-old Jaguar X-Type diesel. The car joined my own 9-year-old petrol... -
Can I clarify how radio interference affects the keyless entry systems in cars such as the Toyota RAV4? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I've just read the item titled "Wave machine", and can provide you with a bit of clarification on the matter. The keyless entry and ignition system in... -
Why don't you differentiate between different fuel economy figures on your 'Real MPG' database? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I applaud your efforts to record achieved MPG figures against the manufacturers' quoted numbers at www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg. The mpg readout on my... -
Why do you recommend runflat tyres when they ruin the ride quality? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I usually agree with your advice, but on the subject of BMW runflats my own experience leads me to disagree. Just over a year ago I bought a 335i SE with... -
Winter tyres 18 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am very enthused by the concept you have promoted of winter tyres/steel wheels to cope better with the current conditions. I have looked at your recommended... -
I'm being sued by a driver who I had an accident with a year ago - what should I do? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Another car and mine reversed into each other in broad daylight in a supermarket car park in August 2009. We scraped each other’s nearside rear wheel arches,... -
Sound bite 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
For the past two years I have carried out the routine servicing of my wife’s 2003 BMW MINI Cooper which has covered 15,500 miles from new. When preparing... -
Shrink wrapped 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am writing to seek your advice about the purchase of a new Volvo S80 DRIVe and would appreciate your views about the current quality of Volvo cars. I... -
Which of these cars would you recommend as a company vehicle? 19 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Please can you offer any advice regarding the best choice of company car from the list below. Audi A3 1.6TDI 3DR (got at present but want a change).... -
Taking a barth 10 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
When my husband died I was left with his 10-year-old SLK Kompressor and my own Abarth. An ideal combination. Unfortunately a recent illness has made it... -
Better, or bargerine? 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm ready to replace my current car (a great old workhorse - Peugeot 405 Executive TD) and I'm tempted by the relatively low prices of luxury cars due...
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