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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)... -
What is the battery life in my Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid? 11 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have had a Hyundau Ioniq hybrid since new, its 4 years old and has done 56,600 miles (mainly medium/long distance). How long will it last? I think... -
What will happen to old electric car batteries? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
When we are all forced to go electric for new cars the batteries will not last forever, so what has been decided what happens with all the old car batteries? -
What should I look out for when buying a used electric vehicle? 21 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I can't afford a new electric vehicle, but would like to buy used. What should I look for that is different to buying a traditional combustion engine vehicle,... -
Can I use a battery conditioning charger through a 12v socket in my car? 5 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can I use a battery conditioning charger (I think that’s the term) through a 12v socket in my car’s cabin? Obviously not one wired through the ignition... -
Range Rover battery problems 18 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a used (2004 model) Range Rover and heard beforehand about a simple fix to stop the battery draining every couple of days or so. I've... -
Hyundai iX20 ISG isn't working 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Hyundai iX20 Style with ISG as standard in January 2011. The ISG has only worked three or four times in this period. The car has been back... -
Battery chuck ‘em 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was pleasantly surprised at reading about Renault's intention of developing 'quick drop stations' to swap batteries in their electric cars. For the past... -
Assault on battery 8 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have an Accord Estate with 11,000 miles on the clock. I don't use it every day and sometimes leave it for a week. Up until three weeks ago I had no... -
Electrical problems with Peugeot 106 12 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am having some issues with my Peugeot 106. If I lift the throttle when the lights are on my battery light comes on. What’s going on? -
Is there an emergency EV battery that can be connected if you run out of battery? 2 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
Is there an emergency EV battery that can be connected if you run out of battery? The equivalent to a spare petrol can. -
I need to disconnect my car's battery to do some work - how do I reset the radio code afterwards? 13 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to disconnect the battery of my Vauxhall Tigra to carry out some work but I do not have the code for the factory fitted radio. How do I reset the... -
Car alarm noise pollution 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
While away from home, my car alarm went off and continued off and on for over 48 hours (according to my neighbour), and I arrived home to find a flat battery.... -
Where can I buy an outside temerature gauge? 15 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Where can I buy an outside temperature gauge ? I am looking for one that is connectable to the car battery system not one with its own battery. I... -
How can I disable the alarm on my Subaru Forester while in storage? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Subaru Forester with a factory-fitted Category 1 alarm/immobiliser. We will be leaving the car for six weeks in a secure garage but I am worried... -
I can't move the gear selector from P, could this be a battery issue? 6 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has only done 21,000 miles. I've had it from new with the original battery. It stood idle for three weeks and was sluggish...
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