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Need a car with supportive seats 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Which make and models of cars have a reputation for good supportive seats? I drive a 2007 BMW 3 Series, but I am certain that the seat is causing my existing... -
Is there an additional driving test our 18-year-old granddaughter can take to reduce her insurance premium? 11 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
Our 18-year-old granddaughter recently passed her driving test. The family's second car is a basic MINI but when her parents tried to add her to their... -
Best car for driving in snow 11 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
After begin rear-ended (twice in the same acccident by the same person), I now have to buy another car quickly. I was thinking about a Volvo S40 or S60,... -
What's the difference between Volkswagen's Golf and the Golf Plus? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am retired, 74 years old, and drive about 13,000 miles per annum. This is leisure driving, country lanes to motorways and all roads in between. I drive... -
Can you change from drive to a lower gear whilst moving in the KIA Cee'd automatic? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am an observer for the Institute of Advanced Motorists and am currently observing a gentleman to help him to pass his advanced driving test. His car... -
Sir Walter Rally 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am intrigued by your support for using both feet when driving an automatic. I have tried it and while finding it very strange am sure that in time, like... -
Is the driver or owner responsible for a parking fine? 27 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mobility car that my mother drives and she had a parking ticket from the council. They say I must pay it but I cannot drive and wasn't in the... -
Can I drive to the Post Office to tax my vehicle once it has an MoT? 18 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
Can I drive to post office for road tax when MoT is passed? -
Should I leave my auto in Drive or Neutral when stopped? 15 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
In an auto, is it best to select neutral and apply the handbrake at traffic lights or keep it in drive? -
Is there anything you'd suggest to compare to the SEAT Arona? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of a Seat Arona FR Sport with the 1.5 litre engine to replace my Ford Focus. Would this be a good car for my mobility-limited mum whilst still... -
If a husband and wife both drive on a single insurance policy - what happens if one of them dies? 5 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
In theory, if a husband and wife both drive on the husband's policy for years and the husband dies suddenly, is the wife still covered to drive on the... -
Am I insured to drive my friend's car in Italy? 24 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am visiting a friend in Italy who said I can borrow their car (that they've insured) while I'm there for the week. I have a full UK driving licence and... -
Buying a Volkswagen Tiguan - will if suffer from DPF issues? 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife is looking to purchase a 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan and will be doing approx. 14,000 miles a year. She will be doing some motorway driving, approx.... -
Is it safe to drive a car with collapsed manfold flaps? 23 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2002 Saab 9-3 and the garage has told me that the manifold flaps have collapsed. It will cost more than £1000 to fix, but this seems like a lot... -
Giulietta or Civic? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need a new car and I like the Honda Civic and Alfa Romeo Giulietta. I will be doing mainly suburban driving, occasional motorway runs and low mileage... -
MPG - My experiences of achieving official figures 17 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Within certain limitations, and if I put my mind to it [with current diesel prices, I try very hard so to do], I drive very carefully. With a full load,... -
I need a high-riding four-seater 1 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
As I get older, I appreciate the high driving position of my Toyota Landcruiser and the fact that I do not have to bend down to get into the car. I am... -
winter driving - winter tyres and/or 4WD? 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Let's say that I am driving in the mountains in winter and that there is snow and ice. I imagine that a 4WD vehicle with winter tyres would be the best... -
Which diesel gives the best real world economy? 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a car with good real world fuel economy. I quite like the Mazda 6, Skoda Octavia and BMW 3 Series xDrive. Which would you recommend? -
Water leaking under car after driving 1 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Just noticed a trickle of water appearing under car when I parked it. I had the air conditioning on during journey. Is this anything to do with this or...

