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Can I cancel my contract hire agreement? 5 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I took receipt of a BMW 535 M Sport three months ago. Two days after delivery the in-car computers displayed a "Vehicle Train" notice. The dealership said... -
Can I clarify the situation with Texaco fuels and additives? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your article headed "Shelling out on Fuel" and the comments regarding Texaco. Valero has maintained the Texaco brand and general infrastructure.... -
Audi A5 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe? 15 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
First of all would like to thank you and your website for its considerable useful info and I am an avid follower of the website and find it very informative... -
How often do hybrid cars need recharging? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
How often does the battery in a hybrid car need charging? I'm thinking of a Kia Niro and I do on average about 200 miles a week. -
Apart from premium fuel, how do I stop my direct injection petrol engine becoming clogged? 1 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've recently bought a Toyota Auris with the 1.2 turbo petrol engine (and am very pleased with it so far). I intend to keep it for a good long time; at... -
What fuel should I use to keep my 10 year old Toyota Avensis running? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
You mention that supermarket petrol can clog up engines and reduce MPG from the deposits in their additives. I understand that it's best to use branded... -
Vauxhall Corsa drive judder 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Vauxhall Corsa, it's done around 25,000 miles and recently it has been juddering as I go up the gears. I took it to the garage and they put... -
Have put the wrong fuel in my Jaguar XF - what should I do? 4 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've filled my Jaguar XF S diesel with the wrong fuel, using petrol instead of diesel. The car was driven for about 0.5 of a mile before it stopped. My... -
Seat Altea 1.6 cr tdi Ecomotive se 103 bhp 23 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
Hi, Happy Xmas any way, Have put a deposit of £40 on Seat 1.6 Altea that has done 890000 miles at a price of £4,900 not to ... -
New car running in? 11 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm soon to take delivery of a Leon 1.4 150 petrol, and having never owned a brand new car before, wanted to ask your advice on running it in. Should I... -
Engine in New Model Jazz 5 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
The new model Jazz has launched in the UK with only one engine option - a 1.3 petrol. I am aware from a friend in California that the Honda Jazz (or Honda... -
Buying a used Q5 - what should I look out for? 2 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am considering Audi Q5 with the 2.0 TFSI engine, year 2011, with 75,000 on the clock. The car has been regularly serviced, but some of the cylinders... -
Engine management light problems with Toyota Yaris 10 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
The engine management amber warning light on my daughter's Toyota Yaris (2007 model) comes on intermittently. A couple of years ago this was diagnosed... -
I have a faulty turbo on my Passat - what can I do? 22 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Passat since new in 2009 and done 86k. The engine management system advises that the turbo is failing and it cuts out when accelerating... -
How can I extend the life of my Clio? 9 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 2006 Renault Clio 1.5 diesel has covered 80,000 miles and recently suffered fuel pump failure. A new fuel pump and sensor, plus reconditioned... -
What do you think of the Fiat 500 and should I go for a petrol or diesel model? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my car from a Citroen C2 to a Fiat 500. I'm interested in economy and will probably keep this car for at least 10 years. I have... -
Has anyone tested the mpg figures across different fuel brands? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Assuming identical driving conditions, should similar miles-per-gallon be achieved no matter which fuel company's products are used? Have results been... -
Fixing a 2005 Golf EPC warning light? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Golf Mk5 1.6 FSI 2005 model. The EPC light has come on permanently and it flashes when the engine is warm and the car is at idle. Had this... -
Lumpy acceleration in a Subaru Forester 25 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I love my new Subaru but occasionally the acceleration feels stuttery, it's not smooth. Usually on the first acceleration of the day. I am careful not... -
i30 or used Golf? 22 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am weighing up whether to buy a 2nd hand (upto 2 year old) Golf 140 GT TDi (maybe Bluemotion Tech) or a new i30 1.6D 126hp Bluedrive (through Drive the...