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Buying a new car, what Audi would you recommend 13 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a P-registered Volkswagen Golf 1.6CL, and my husband has a 2.5-litre 2001 BMW 3-Series compact. We are looking for a single replacement... -
Is it legal to remove the DPF from my car? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Various companies are advertising diesel particulate filter removal services with associated re-programming of the ECU to stop the CEL lighting up. My... -
Half truck 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am retired, so motoring costs matter. I like basic, and favourite cars have been 2CVs and Renault 4s. I need a small pick-up, like the VW Rabbit/Caddy.... -
I suggest your readers don't fix their telepeage units to the windscreen. 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have had a telepeage 'gizmo' for several years for use on French autoroutes. It is great and can save a lot of time, but there are very few toll booths... -
Do you know anything about the Rover Streetwise? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I found the UK too hard on drivers with constantly rising costs, so I have moved to France. Yesterday I was offered a car by a French neighbour. He tells... -
cambelt replacement 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004 Ford Transit Connect TDCI with 108,000 miles on the clock. The Ford service guide recommends replacing the cam belt at 150,000 miles, but... -
What could be causing our SEAT Alhambra to struggle on mountain roads? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
The last two years have seen us drive to our holidays in Southern France and Spain in our 2004 SEAT Alhambra TDI 130. The journeys have been uneventful,... -
My Mercedes-Benz E-Class's coil spring broke recently - does this happen often? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E-Class 280 CDI, registered 30 Sept 1995 with a mileage of 48,000. It's been serviced by Mercedes-Benz at all times. The car had... -
Less to the pound 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Really enjoyed your test of the Mazda 6 2.2 diesel. This car is on my shortlist to replace my current Mondeo 2.2 Titanium X estate that is now 2 years... -
Snow way to go 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am in the market to select a new car and have finally narrowed my choices down (from a very long list) to Skoda Superb 1.8TSI 4x4, Nissan Qashqai+2... -
Is a front numberplate UK sticker a legal requirement in the EU? 8 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are taking our Hyundai Tuscon to France for a holiday soon. It does not have the UK identifier on the number plates and although there is room for a... -
Is a petrol nine-seater van a better choice than a diesel? 15 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
We are a family of six, moving to France next year and we need to be able to transport bikes. With the concerns regarding diesel, we would like a petrol... -
Porsche Macan petrol or diesel? 17 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I will be retiring in about 12 months time when I will lose my company car and I am thinking about ordering a Macan S. I doubt I will do more than 10k... -
Honda Jazz 1.4 EX CVT -excessive petrol consumption 5 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
Disappointed with petrol consumption. Admittedly we use car for short journeys, 5-7 miles. Onboard computer gives petrol consumption 38.5 mpg but based... -
Why are dogs only allowed on cross-channel ferries if they're in vehicles? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
We recently took a holiday in France with our cocker spaniel. We experienced a problem with the car, which had to be left there for repatriation later,... -
Which MPV has a comfortable driver's seat, large boot and accessories? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Three of my last four vehicles have been Renault Espaces. As Renault no longer offers an Espace in the UK, and not being enamoured with the Grand Scenic,... -
How should I drive my diesel Honda to protect the DPF, EGR valves and other diesel-related components? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am taking possession of a new Honda CR-V 2.2 iDTEC EX auto at the end of the month. With previous diesel vehicles I have driven them from new following... -
What used estate/mpv; diesel or petrol would you recommend? 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a large estate/mpv for daily commute of 26 miles round trip the majority of which is on motorway/dual carriageway. Fuel economy, yet... -
What car for my retirement? 21 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Had a company car for last 35 years and about to retire, always been a petrol head but 3 years ago switched to a Mazda 6 2.2 diesel and now love it. Looking... -
Should I get a second car? 19 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 E-Class 280 diesel estate with 120k miles which has proved an extremely reliable and comfortable car for our family use and annual long drive...
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