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• 306 S16 Idle Problem 21 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  basically when you come off the gas she either die's or idels roughly....... I have checked the following: Air Filter Vacum Hoses Replaced the fuel filter fuel feed okay The car drives fine and there is no stuttering whilst driving, but just plays up on idle. She will start with the accelerator pressed.......I'm new the petrol world......more of a diesel guy...one thing I'm not too sure about..
• 95 Mondeo TD Starting Probs 12 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  My 95 Mondeo TD recently had problems with an air leak in the fuel system which meant it had starting problems and therefore the starter motor and battery took a hammering, this is now fixed thanks to suggestions from this forum :-) thanks (fuel primer diaphram leak) and has been working fine for 2 wks.
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  Wouldn't it make sense for EVs to have longer range rather than more power? 15 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
  As range anxiety remains a concern, why do manufacturers make EVs so powerful? Surely less powerful motors would extend range for the same battery size?...
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  Could you recommend a reliable, economical car that can fit a wheelchair in the back? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What would you suggest for my next car or SUV on a budget of £12,000? It needs to be easy to drive, cheap to tax, fuel efficient, high spec, high seating...
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  What should I replace my Honda CR-V with? 24 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Honda CR-V which has done 100,000 miles and is six years old. The seats are starting to wear and it has just failed its MoT due to the handbrake...
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  Can you recommend a comfortable, economical double cab pick-up? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am having a few problems with my lower back due to the seating position in my 2008 Ford Ranger Thunder, which I'm very fond of. It is a hoot to drive,...
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  Can I remove the DPF from my Jaguar XF? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Jaguar XF 2.7 Diesel and probably do too many short runs for the diesel particulate filter, averaging only 8000 miles a year. So far the light...
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  Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great...
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  Why is the oil level rising in my Honda Civic diesel? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Honda Civic 2.2 i-DTEC, which I bought last month with 5800 miles on the clock, appears to be making oil. I have done 700 miles and the level has...
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  Does the new BMW 118SE's turbo need to be cooled at the end of a drive? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering the purchase of a new 4-door BMW 118 SE. The spec includes a turbo petrol engine. I am wondering if the turbo is likely to encounter the...
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  Which dog-friendly SUV would you recommend to replace our Toyota RAV4? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We need to consider changing our 6-year old RAV4 before too long and need advice on which models are worth considering. It must be 4WD. We are also looking...
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  Why is my Vauxhall Combo van losing power? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Please could you advise what to do about a new Vauxhall Combo SE 1.3 van I bought in May 2010? It is hesitating and losing power, and our local dealer...
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  Bio Diesel for newer cars? 15 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Cadillac BLS 1.9 Wagon in January. £15,772 for an all singing all dancing car with Sat Nav bluetooth seemed like good value. I have now covered...
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  What is the range of an EV when driving at 70mph? 23 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  What is the range of a Volkswagen ID.3 when driving at 70mph?
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  Could you suggest a petrol SUV under £25,000? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We have been driving a Nissan X-Trail for the past five years and it’s been great: reliable, very comfy and decent on fuel but it’s a diesel and we only...
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  How do I know if my car is in a DPF regeneration cycle? 29 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  How do I know if my car is in a DPF regeneration cycle? It would appear that the engine should not be switched of while this process is taking place but...
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  Need a seven-seater with good fuel economy 24 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am launching a private hire taxi firm and want to buy a seven-seater. I am in the budget between £30,000 - £35,000 and will be doing an annual mileage...
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  Honda CR-V i-CTDi vs i-VTEC 16 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I can't decide whether to buy a Honda CR-V 2.2 i-CTDi or CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC petrol. My budget is £9000 and I plan to use it as our main family car driving...
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  What hot hatch below £5000? 3 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  After driving a Toyota Corolla for five years with no problems, I'm looking for a hotter hatch for a change but would still like the reliability. It must...
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  Downsizing from Avensis to Jazz 21 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We wonder if we should downsize from our 54 reg Avensis diesel to a 1.4 Jazz to carry our golf clubs & electric trollies. Does our Avensis have the...