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Can you suggest a reasonably priced battery trickle charger? 8 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can you suggest a reasonably priced battery trickle charger and boost for a Jaguar XK? -
SEAT Ibiza starting problem 7 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2008 SEAT Ibiza. A few weeks ago the car refused to start with a flat battery. The problem has become more and more frequent. Any idea what the... -
Does a hybrid have to be driven everyday to prevent the battery going flat? 24 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
I’m due to take delivery of a new Lexus LBX in early March, since doing some research of this car it seems there is a problem regarding the 12v battery,... -
Key fob 20 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just changed the battery in my key fob for my 2017 Ford focus st line estate. The car is saying that there is no key found in the vehicle. I have... -
Do PHEVs operate the same way as regular hybrids? 7 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Kia Niro Hybrid returns around 60mpg. Most of my journeys exceed the battery range of a PHEV version. Does a PHEV operate in the same way as my standard... -
Do USB chargers drain your battery? 18 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a USB adaptor that plugs into the cigarette lighter position. The adaptor has a digital display to show charging status. With the... -
Can I leave my 2023 hybrid Toyota Corolla for a week at the airport? 8 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I will need to park my 2023 Toyota Corolla 1.8 at an Airport Carpark in October for 7 days. Will there be a problem with the battery (starting) when I... -
My car won't open due to a flat battery. How do I get inside? 2 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car has a flat battery so it won't open with the emergency key. Any suggestions as dealerships are all closed due to Covid-19? -
Disconnecting the battery on a new car - will it cause problems? 14 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My previous car, a 1996 Fiat Punto, had the battery disconnected and left outside many times for periods up to 12 weeks and no problems starting up on... -
Ford Kuga PHEV battery drain problem 9 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a one year old Ford Kuga PHEV. I retired 6 months ago and don't do the mileage I used to. After some problems with the regular 12v battery going... -
Why has the alarm on my Rover 75 started beeping? 6 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
For some time my Rover 75 alarm will frequently beep when turning off or getting out. Now the remote un/locking isn't working. Can you tell me whether... -
Will a solar trickle charger prevent my hybrid battery from going flat? 21 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
I wish to buy a solar charger for my RAV4. Last year the battery was flat following 14 days holiday. Toyota has upgraded the battery to 52Ah. I still have... -
Are there any dashcams that run off batteries only? 1 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to buy a dashcam that is battery powered i e it doesn’t need any wiring to power it? I’m told that Jaguar do not approve of hard wiring... -
Can I use a power pack to charge my car battery without plugging it in? 13 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a petrol car but do little mileage so need to charge the battery up, especially in winter. I have an outside socket but will be moving to a retirement... -
Should leave my car running on my drive to keep the battery charged? 8 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I haven't used my 2018 Ford Fiesta for three weeks now and probably won't be using it for a few weeks more. Should I start it up on my drive and leave... -
Why does my radio cut out after a few minutes with the engine off? 30 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Focus. The manual states that with the engine off, I can listen to the radio for one hour. I can't, it cuts out after a few minutes. This... -
What's the best way to dispose of an unwanted car? 11 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to scrap my 2005 Ford Ka as it needs too many repairs. I've been quoted around £35 for a local scrap yard to pick up and the car. However,... -
Will the Porsche Cayenne stop-start system damage the battery or DPF? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
A friend is purchasing a Porsche Cayenne diesel with a stop-start fuel saving cut-out facility. Firstly, does this rapidly destroy a battery (with all... -
My car has a stop-start feature. Can I use a solar charger on the battery? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Skoda Yeti has a stop-start feature. Am I OK to trickle charge the battery using a solar charger? -
Stop/start and flat batteries 7 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am about to purchase a new BMW 1 Series and have been told of a well known problem with all stop start models - that the electrics (battery/alternator)...
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