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New job - new car - 20k annual commute - caravan tug 28 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
We have 2 vehicles a 2006 Kia Sorento which we use for towing a small caravan and a 2010 Peugeot Expert van hubby uses for work. I need a car for... -
Is there a 4x4 pick-up that offers family comfort and can tow a horsebox? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am being nagged by my wife and two daughters to change the family car to a 4x4 pick-up truck because they want to tow a horsebox. Is there a pick-up... -
Replacing Nissan X-Trail 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Nissan Columbia, Jeep Cherokee or Hyundai Santa Fe: which should I choose? All seem to have reliability issues. I really like the drive, where my bad back... -
Recommend an inexpensive, comfortable tow car 8 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
My husband is obsessed with classic cars, which are quirky and fun, but I am tired of having to drive at 50mph, never having the right seat belts or mirrors,... -
Recycled cars 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2 door Citroen C1 that I have been pleased with and I wish to fit a tow-bar for a cycle-rack, but I am informed that it is not possible to fit... -
Can you recommend a large, automatic SUV capable of towing a heavy horsebox to replace our Shogun? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently sought advice about the BMW 5 and Audi A6 3.0 diesel estate cars. Being a police officer able to drive BMW 5 Series, I know how good they are... -
What's the best cheap car for towing a caravan? 5 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
What's the best sub £4500 car for towing a caravan with special reference to reliability? I've been told 4x4's are the way to go from friends who tow... -
What happens if an electric vehicle loses charge on a motorway? 26 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
What happens if an electric car loses charge on a motorway? Can a breakdown company do a rapid charge from one of their vans? Does the car need to be towed/transported... -
My car doesn't meet the Ultra Low Emissions Zone standards - what car do you recommend I buy to tow a 1420kg caravan? 17 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I live in London within a mile of the proposed new extended boundary of the South/North Circular for the ULEZ, due to start in October 2021. I drive a... -
Would a petrol SUV be okay for towing? 11 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a Volkswagen Tiguan that has been okay on a mixture of short trips and towing a caravan. We've never experienced any DPF issues, but since... -
AA refused to tow my untaxed car 10 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a secondhand Mercedes-Benz SLK with a full warranty from a dealer in Bolton. I have not changed my car for some years and I didn't know about... -
Towbar not approved for my van - any ideas? 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I was looking to change my Mitsubishi 4workOutlander van, when Dacia announced a Duster commercial I thought it would be the perfect tool, contrary to... -
Towing infernal 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have had my 2.0 litre petrol Focus Estate for over 10 years now and done about 107,000 miles on the original clutch with only one change of exhaust and... -
I got towed for parking in front of a dropped kerb, but it wasn't an entrance to a driveway - can I contest this? 10 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I parked in a street with no restrictions, but was towed away. I was told I parked in front of a dropped kerb. There was no driveway or entrance and no... -
Need a car comparable to Toyota Land Cruiser V8? 25 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
We currently own a Land Cruiser V8 auto but Toyota are not importing them any longer into the UK. I do a lot of towing quite often with two large horses,... -
Seven seater advice? 13 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My mother-in-law needs a reliable 7 seater to cart the kids around in. She has just had to scrap her 1993 Pajero and is in the market for a replacement.... -
2014 Qashqai towbars - when will Nissan resolve the current towbar fault? 21 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
In August I bought a new Nissan Qashqai with a towbar. However, after my money was taken, I was told by the dealer that the Qashqai towbars had a technical... -
Buying a used auto estate – Mondeo or Insignia? 13 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m in the market for a used automatic estate. I’ve set my sights on a Ford Mondeo or Vauxhall Insignia. I am looking for a car with good economy and towing... -
Buying a small 4x4 and my sons looking for a 7 seater 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
1. What would you recommend as a small 4x4 which needs to tow as well? approx £3000 so make and model and year? How do you rate a Toyota Rav and if... -
Alternatives to the Land Rover Discovery? 25 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son has started a business for which he will need to tow a three ton trailer every couple of weeks, they are also expecting their first child in six...
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