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I hit another car whilst reversing - whose fault is it? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was reversing back into a parking space parallel to the kerb. I was facing the direction of the traffic coming towards me, so I reversed a metre or so... -
What's wrong with our SEAT Alhambra's gearbox? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have an '02 plate SEAT Alhambra 1.9TDI. In the last month or so, my wife has lost power twice when driving it. She switched the engine off, and everything... -
Diesel Particulate Filters - Confused 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Toyota Auris T180 with the 2.2 D-Cat diesel. It is a great engine but the cabin is disappointing and, having recently become a grandfather,... -
How can I keep an old cheap car going? 11 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
My runabout is a 26 year-old Corsa, approaching a genuine 60K. I bought it for £240 8 years ago from an old chap who had started to bump into other cars... -
Is a high mileage or low mileage car best? 16 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
I tend to swap my cars every 12 months, over the last 5 years i have cars that are about 3 yrs old and with low mileage, each car has had the engine management... -
My space saver spare wheel is only 16 inches but my wheels are 18 inches - is it safe to use on the driven wheels? 26 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mini Clubman which has 18 inch alloys with low profile tyres. I have purchased a 16 inch space saver which I have been assured is suitable for... -
What's the difference between a new and a pre-registered car? 20 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
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My son needs a car that can take three child seats, what are his options? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son has already has a daughter and is now expecting twins. What cars can fit three child seats side by side, and do these have to be Isofix fittings? -
Best replacement for Suzuki Wagon R+? 22 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife has had Wagon Rs for the past 18 years, and we are looking to replace the current one, Our budget is up to £7000 and we are looking for a five... -
My car has been stuck abroad for over a year. What should I check when I get back to it? 2 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've had a Volkswagen Passat Estate parked in an underground car park in Spain. The battery is disconnected. We have not been to Spain since November 2019... -
The belt on my newly-bought car broke. Can I refuse to accept the car back if it's replaced? 29 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2015 Volkswagen Passat with 55k miles in November 2020 from a main dealer (Ford). As the car was just 5 years old at the time and the timing... -
I can't trickle charge my car. Can I piggy-back power from a fully charged, matching battery? 3 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm not always wanting to drive my 2003 Volkswagen Golf 30-odd miles once every two weeks during this time of year to keep my battery charged due to low... -
What is better for a flat battery, a booster or charger? 1 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
What is better, battery booster or charger for a flat battery? Can you explain the difference, please? -
Is a cam belt change necessary? 9 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2015 Audi A3 e-tron plug in hybrid, and find it brilliant in every way. It was our main car but 18 months ago I passed it on to my wife, who only... -
How can I get the DVLA to recognise my 1950s classic without any supporting documents? 17 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
The DVLA has rejected my application to register my split screen 1952 Volkswagen UVK 323 for which they have no record. The car was last used on the road... -
I bought a car that wasn't in satisfactory condition, the dealer then bodged the repair - should I return it for a refund? 1 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan with a full service history from a main dealer. On taking delivery of the vehicle I started to clean it and noticed in... -
I had 20+ years of No Claims Discount - so why have I lost all my NCD after two recent accidents? 8 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've been driving for 21 years and never had an accident until this year. I had 21 years of no claims discount, but it wasn't protected. This year I had... -
My nine year old son cycled into a car - who's insurance do we claim off? 14 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
Earlier today, my nine year old son crashed his bike into a car, which was waiting at a junction. He scratched the cars offside wing and bonnet. This will... -
My daughter's parked car was hit by a taxi driver- if we claim from his insurer, will her premiums increase? 15 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
My daughters Volkswagen Up was parked outside our house when a taxi hit the rear bumper on Christmas Eve. He tried to drive off but the occupants stopped... -
Could you recommend an easily accessible car with a wide boot opening for my wheelchair? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm a new wheelchair and crutch user who loves driving and this is done mostly alone. My 2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4 is great as the boot opening is wide enough...
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