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Why are the pedals on my new car so small? 14 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
My new MG ZS Hybrid+ brake and accelerator pedals are tiny and set quite high. Ive noticed that a number of new cars have much smaller pedals than older... -
What's a suitable car for a retired couple? 11 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are in our mid 60s and retired but active and we are looking to reduce our motoring costs. We currently drive a 14 year old Nissan Qashqai 2.0 litre... -
What MPV can I buy with front parking sensors? 2 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm desperate to change my Zafira for a newer car, have been looking at various options, C3 Aircross was my favourite until I did a test drive and the... -
Does my car's air conditioning need servicing? 16 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a two year old Skoda Karoq and done 7,000 miles. My dealer has emailed to say my air con service is due. Do I need one? -
Is the Volkswagen All-in Service plan a good deal? 7 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
Volkswagen is offering an after three years warranty called Volkswagen All-in Service for £33.45 a month. It includes two services and two MoT, is it worth... -
Can you recommend a used car for a 500-mile per week commute? 6 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
What recommendations can you suggest for a 500-mile a week motorway/A road commute (100 miles, five days per week). I'm looking to buy in the £7000 region,... -
My car has suffered premature alternator failure. The carmaker won't help with the £1100 bill, so what now? 10 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
The alternator on my 2017 Honda Civic has gone after only 33,000 miles, which suggests the parts was not fit for purpose or faulty. The dealer has contacted... -
Can you suggest a family car with a big boot that'll be reliable? 8 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have 2 teenage girls and need to trade in my small Fiat for something which is big enough to put a tent and some paddleboards in the boot. It also needs... -
How much is a 1995 BMW 320i worth? 12 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I've been tasked with selling my mum's 1995 BMW 320i auto saloon, 67k miles, in quite good condition for a 25-year-old car, but I've no idea what to ask... -
Can you suggest a small car with an elevated driving position? 16 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My wife drives a 14-year-old Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin which is nearing its end. Can you suggest a small car with an elevated driving position which might... -
I own a six year old diesel - what are the implications of the new MoT? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 2.2 HDi Exclusive Auto. How will the new emissions test affect me? The car has been main dealer serviced from new and has... -
A well known fault was diagnosed in my 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK - should it be recalled? 22 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 auto that we've had serviced regularly at our main service centre. The last service cost £600 and, for the first time,... -
This Skoda PCP deal seems too good to be true, what's the catch? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I like the Skoda Yeti 150PS 4WD SEL 'Drive' with £1500 'free' extras. Skoda is offering a PCP plan of 0% finance plus £1000 contribution to the deposit... -
What small car should I replace my Hyundai i20 with? 4 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my Hyundai i20 with a smallish car that is much easier to get in and out of. It must be petrol with a 5 speed gearbox, a decent ride... -
Toying with the idea of buying a 'new' Beetle - is this a good idea? 24 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have toyed with idea of buying an old-ish Volkswagen Beetle as second car for fun, maybe for 4000 miles a year. I have seen a 2003 2.0 petrol manual... -
Can I settle a PCN for just £5? 18 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've received a private parking charge notice (PCN) after waiting in my car for three minutes at a shopping centre loading bay. I did not leave the car... -
Who's liable for my car's faulty cam belt? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic with the 1.5-litre diesel engine. I was advised to change the cam belt as the mileage was over 80k and the car was five... -
Brake System replacement 21 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have had the i10 from new. Serviced by main dealer for first three years and this year by a reputable local garage. The Master cylinder has failed,... -
Nissan Qashqai tailgate handle issues 30 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
The tailgate handle on my four year old Nissan Qashqai broke, and in my view the fixing is a poor design and not fit for purpose. There are many instance... -
New Skoda Superb petrol or diesel? 9 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Interested to read your review of the new Skoda Superb Estate. The petrol 1.4 ACT engine sounds really good. However, how is it going to fare in terms...

