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When will my 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI start costing money? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am in my eightieth year, a lifelong petrol-head and still enjoy driving my 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI with about 50,000km on the odometer. I am concerned... -
How are speed-activated traffic lights installed when used in Spain? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Would speed activated traffic lights at the approach to a village centre need to be installed on both sides of the road? (I believe they are used in Spain... -
Head gasket problem 6 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
While driving in France a couple of weeks ago a warning buzzer sounded together with a STOP command and 'engine overheating' display on the instrument... -
Replacement for a Focus? 21 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
We will be replacing our 2001 Focus Estate Ghia 1.8 (85,000 miles, average condition) soon. We’ve been quite happy with the Focus, so will by another... -
Car parking charges 13 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am being pursued for what now is £120 for overstaying my allotted time in Roadchef's car park at Maidstone. I was tired and needed a break after a 420... -
Jag son crown 12 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'd like to recommend Marshalls Jaguar in Peterborough. They've helped me care for my XK8 since the dealership I bought it from closed down. Service and... -
What's causing this 'anti-pollution fault' on my Peugeot 307SW? 11 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with my 2003 Peugeot 307 SW HDi. The fault is showing up as an anti-pollution fault. It comes on intermittently and the car is running... -
Pensioners off 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are two pensioners who have not bought a car for 15 years and are considering buying a new Audi A6 2.7 diesel or a used Jaguar XF 2.7 diesel to provide... -
Should I invest in a Land Rover Defender? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking about buying a Land Rover Defender 110 or 90SW. Will the value go up in years to come? -
BMW Runflat Tyres 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 3 Series Touring (320d X Drive) with P7 runflats. I value the security they provide in being able to continue driving, albeit for a limited... -
Are there driving courses for driving on the right hand side of the road? 9 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
Do you know of any UK companies that can provide you with a driving course for driving on the right hand side of the road? I would like to drive in Greece... -
What do I need to know when driving from UK to mainland Europe in an EV? 14 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
What should drivers be aware of travellng from the UK to destinations in mainland Europe in an EV? I have friends who have driven distances of several... -
Does my Honda CR-V need headlamp adjustment for driving in Europe? 21 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Honda CRV 2.2 EX Diesel owned from new and will be taking a short 'break' in France early next month. My car manual seems to state that 'European... -
Need a spacious family car - Skoda Superb or Kia Optima? 26 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've currently got a 2014 Citroen C4 Picasso which I love for the spacious interior but it has proven unreliable, with five major mechanical issues in... -
Should I pay extra for winter tyres on a hire car? 22 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to fly to Lyon or Geneva in mid-March 2020 and will be hiring a car for a week to go skiing in Courchevel. Please can you tell me whether... -
What electric or hybrid car should I buy for £10,000? 30 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I don't have a car and need to buy one. I would like an electric or hybrid car, an automatic, it has to have easy access because I have a bad back. I will... -
European insurers focus on the vehicle rather than the driver - why don't UK insurers operate like this? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
After living in France for some years, and insuring a car which covered all drivers, I cannot understand why UK insurers base prices on the driver rather... -
I want to buy a left-hand drive pick-up for towing - would importing one be the best way? 12 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I need a two or three year old Nissan Navara or similar to pull a fifth-wheel caravan. It will be used for long trips around mainland Europe. What is the... -
Contract Hire 26 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
Re: Unhappy Returns, AC, Elgin 26/12/15 Many years ago I had an MB300TD on contract hire from MB, contact mileage 90k/3 years. The car was collected,... -
MOT chaos 4 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
It took me 3 days last week to get my MOT done. 1st day computer MOT system down so asked to come back next day. During test system crashed again but test...
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