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Why is my Mercedes-Benz so thirsty? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Three weeks ago I bought a 10-month-old Mercedes-Benz B160 auto from a Mercedes dealership with 10,000 miles on the clock. I have been depressed by the... -
Which German offroader? 1 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am from Pakistan.I am a regular vistor of your website and a great admirer of your expertise regarding cars. I am using Misubishi Lancer 1996 1.5,... -
Is windscreen film legal? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have recently passed a couple of cars that have had film put on their front windscreen. It is therefore not possible to see the drivers nor any passengers.... -
How do I get rid of cigarette odour? 23 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just taken delivery of a nearly new car from Mercedes. The car was delivered to my home address and I immediately noticed a strong cigarette odour... -
My nearside wing mirror is broken - is this an MoT fail? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 2012 RR Evoque is due an MoT and she has just clipped the passenger side (N/S) wing mirror which has cracked and broken the plastic outer bezel... -
How do I renew my driving licence without a passport? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
My driving licence is due for renewal this June. I cannot apply for a renewal online because I do not have a passport. My questions are: Do the DVLA send... -
Is there a dashcam I can switch between cars? 5 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have three vehicles but obviously cannot drive them all at once. Is it possible to buy a dashcam that I can transfer between them? -
My car insurance company is asking if I drive at peak times, will the pay out if I say no? 9 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
Another crafty move by car insurance companies. Asking the question 'do you drive at peak times?' When you are retired you try and avoid peak times so... -
Should I carry my driving licence at all times? 8 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I was stopped by the police yesterday, who took exception to the fact that I didn't have my driving licence on me. I'd always understood that you could... -
When will the Toyota Corolla Cross go on sale in the UK? 25 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife has owned a number of Toyotas over the years and enjoys their rock solid reliability and excellent economy. She has owned a Corolla for the past... -
My car has been written off - can I challenge the valuation I've been given? 16 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had my 2015 BMW 1 Series deemed a total loss and have had an offer made to me by the insurance company which I think is far below what... -
What security devices can be used on classic cars? 18 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a security device that is also a visible deterrent to keep my classic safe whilst in public. It's a Jaguar Mk2 with a bus man's steering... -
What do I need to do to make sure my classic car is tax exempt? 11 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier Mk1 is eligible for tax exemption from April 2019. How do I obtain a Build Date Certificate to prove to the DVLA when it was... -
I hit a tree in the snow - will my car now be registered as a repaired vehicle? 5 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I recently had a front end collision with a tree in the snow. No other parties were involved and no personal injuries were sustained. I damaged front offside... -
Are there any battery-powered dash cams? 5 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
Are there any dash cams which do not require a trailing power lead? Presumably a model with a built-in, rechargeable battery? -
MINI Cooer solenoid problem. 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
Just an add on to your Good & Bad review of the MINI Cooper & Cooper S (2007-2013). An engine warning light recently came on on my wife's 2011 Cooper.... -
Buying a used SUV for £5000 - which car is best? 20 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used SUV. I haven’t owned a car for a number of years, but friends tell me that German-built cars are best. I have looked at Range... -
Can't sell my car before new car arrives - any suggestions please? 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My new car (a BMW 320i xdrive) is due to arrive in two weeks. I am trying to sell my 2006 56-plate Audi A4 3.0TDI quattro auto with 62,500 miles. It has... -
Electrical issues after leaving a car for 10 weeks 16 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My car (E39 BMW 5 Series) was parked up for about 10 weeks. Before I stopped driving it there were no problems. Now my indicators work outside the car... -
Which family-friendly company car do you recommend? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband needs to update his company car. He does about 25,000 miles a year so needs a comfortable, fast and fun car to drive. Currently he drives an...

