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Need a reliable used family car - any suggestions? 27 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2012 Ford Focus estate that my wife wants to get rid of and replace with something with a higher seating position. We have shortlisted two cars: 2013... -
Nissan Qashqai sold with incorrect mileage - what can I do? 27 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought my Nissan Qashqai in 2012 after I was shown a photo of it by my local dealer. I really liked the car and was impressed that it had only covered... -
Which new cars come with a CD player? 18 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new or lowish-mileage used car that's economical and has a sunroof and (ideally) a CD player. It must be good in the snow (assuming I... -
What's the point of using indicators? 28 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
Why do we have indicators on cars when they don't hold anything legally? Basically, the other day a biker heading the opposite way to me indicated to turn... -
Porsche logging 'exceeded revs' from ECU 4 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned several Porsches for more than 10 years and have always properly maintained them with dedicated Porsche garages and warranties. On renewing... -
Need a used car for £4500 - what do you recommend? 23 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of £4500 and I am looking for a secondhand car that would be reliable and not cost too much to run. I do a lot of long journeys on motorways... -
Why can't I reschedule my driver's awareness course? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
At age 83 and after 58 years of accident and points-free motoring, I have been charged with driving without care and attention and without regard to other... -
On going fault with a new vehicle - legal advice 6 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a new Hyundai i30 just under two and a half years ago and have had numerous problems with it since new: Firstly, just under a month of having... -
Why is our Land Rover Freelander 2 returning just 32mpg? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a brand new Freelander 2 MY2011 TD4 manual three months ago. Against a claimed combined fuel consumption figure of 45.2mpg, we are getting... -
Dispute with rental company about a key snapped in ignition 28 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I hired a van from a rental company today to move some office equipment around. I paid a £200 deposit upfront, the charge for hiring the vehicle for the... -
Twilights last glowplug 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I took your advice and went for Mondeo 2006 2.0 Zetec Diesel 130. I’ve owned it for four and a half years and have covered 70k trouble free miles. I have... -
Thug rule 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you could advise me please. On 17the October I delivered my daughter to our local Driving Theory Test centre and because she was very nervous... -
Do I buy my own ‘black box’ or does the insurance company supply it? 28 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
What is black box insurance? Do I buy my own ‘black box’ or does the insurance company supply it? -
Rich man, Porsche man 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read the emails about Credit Hire and would broadly agree with you and the insurance expert: better deal with insurers yourself and the good ones sort... -
Touran sick, parked 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a VW Touran, 1.4 TSI Sport model, in July 2007 from Motorpoint. It was second-hand and was first registered on 01/09/2006. In September 2007... -
Can I import a car to Thailand when I move there next year? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
You have a lot of experience of motoring in Thailand (I have often hired cars there, but driving is the limit of my experience). Is there any way of importing... -
Can you suggest a replacement for my BMW 430i? 25 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a BMW 430i. I love the car but want to replace it with a performance hatchback with a good-sized boot and excellent road handling. As... -
Need a capable 4x4 for light off-roading and towing 21 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a vehicle for my 20-minute commute. The car will also need to cope with occasional off-road towing of a 750kg trailer. I cover 15-20,000... -
Insurance write-off - what should I do? 22 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
My beloved 16 year old Toyota Avensis (owned from new, 112,000 miles) was reversed into while it was parked by an unscrupulous elderly gentleman who "didn't... -
Is it worth paying more for protected No Claims? 27 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is it worth paying a higher insurance premium on my Volkswagen Up to protect 15 years of No Claims Discount?

