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Are PHEVs expensive to run and maintain? 18 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
I haven't seen any discussion on maintenance costs for PHEV. Presumably, it must be quite expensive since you are maintaining an EV plus an ICE? -
What's the best small hybrid car for performance? 2 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a mild-hybrid car with low fuel costs. I want a small hatchback and I like the Toyota Yaris Cross, but am put off by its slow 0-62mph... -
Should I buy a hydrogen car? 11 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
Please can you explain what using a hydrogen fuel cell car would actually be like? Is it readily available to fill up and how would it compare to a standard... -
What all-season tyres do you recommend? 30 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace the worn tyres on my 2005 Toyota Yaris. There are currently Goodyear tyres fitted but I am unsure whether to have these fitted... -
Can you suggest a small, petrol, reliable used van? 7 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a small petrol van. I need it to be big enough to sleep in the back occasionally (I'm only 5'4 so doesn't need to be very long). I'm about... -
I have £6000 for a fun, economic and reliable car - any suggestions? 27 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have about £6000 to spend on a used car. I'll use it for a daily 25 mile commute in rush hour and, as my wife has a Volkswagen Up!, it will be our main... -
Best second hand 4x4? 11 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a second hand 4x4 as I'm going to be starting a self build project soon. My primary requirement is for traditional 4x4 capabilities,... -
Which MPV should I buy? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
We will be retiring next year and want to buy a new MPV. My wife will be the only driver, but she has some health issues and it’s important the car has... -
Vauxhall Meriva or the Ford B Max - which would you buy? 14 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I will soon need to change my car to one that is suitable to take two elderly people in the back. I have decided it is between the Vauxhall Meriva and... -
Ford Mondeo losing power - what could the problem be? 31 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Ford Mondeo TDCi has started losing power and, most recently, the power cut out completely. After a few tries, it restarted, but now sounds like... -
Is there an economical, reliable automatic car with cruise control for under £6000? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used car. My budget is £6000. Could you please tell me the choice of cars I could have with the following specifications? Fuel economy... -
Can you still buy a no frills hatchback? 26 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
Even seven years ago you could buy an entry level five-door hatchback from any well-known marque without lots of options. Now there seems to be about £3k... -
Can I use winter tyres in summer months? 16 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a set of summer and winter tyres but the summer tyres need replacing and I'm thinking of changing to all-season tyres. However, the winter tyres... -
A hire car firm claims a car was returned late and has charged for it - what can we do? 22 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
An Australian friend hired a car in UK and was upgraded. The car was returned in perfect order with a tank of fuel and he has copies of the contract and... -
My insurer won't remove a no fault claim from their system - what can I do? 15 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had two misfuel incidents in 2015 and 2017. On the first I asked advice from L&V on the viability of making a claim. The response was: do not claim as... -
What economical family car could fit two child seats and a dog for £15,000? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'll soon be changing jobs and my 10 mile round trip to work will soon become 100-120 miles per day. I've currently got a Ford Fiesta, which is fine for... -
Need an upmarket estate with low running costs 20 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the market for a decent quality estate that will give excellent fuel economy. Ideally, I'd like a diesel, as I travel over 15,000 miles a year.... -
Should I replace my Renault with a Dacia? 25 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 20 year old Renault Espace diesel. It has been a brilliant family vehicle and covered more than 200,000 miles. Would a Dacia Logan Estate... -
Is my Jaguar X-Type clutch going? 7 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently had an issue with my Jaguar X-Type in that a pipe from the turbo had cracked and the car belched black smoke out of the exhaust. That was fixed... -
Which wheels and tyres for an Audi A6 Avant? 19 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought an Audi A6 Avant SE Quattro 3.0L diesel 09 plate. I have recently sold a Jaguar XJ8 and wanted as quiet and smooth a ride as possible....

