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Could you inform your readers that the Administration of Justice Act 1970 covers harassment by private parking companies? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
The ongoing saga of private parking companies is a regular in your column. Your advice to pay a small amount in full fair and reasonable settlement is... -
They must be choking 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 BMW 120d front washers refuse to spray. The pump runs and even with the spay nozzle disconnected, no water emerges. From a review of Internet websites... -
Hire car firms using Ai to detect damage 15 Jul 2025 (Forum)
One of the big US hire car companies is using Ai to detect the slightest damage to its cars when you return them to the depot. The car is driven though a special bay with detectors covering 360 degrees. After having problems returning a car in Ibiza to this company when they used a hand held scanner to check the car . -
Returning Faulty Car? 1 May 2009 (Forum)
The car is covered by the manufacturers warranty so it's being repaired by one of their dealers. I've read somewhere in the past that I can contact the finance company with regards the car and there is a way of returning it as it's faulty. -
What's the most comfortable, economical commuter car for a tall driver? 4 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a comfortable, reliable, economical commuter car to cover 25,000 miles per year. I currently own a 2009 Citroen C5 2.0-litre auto diesel.... -
What hatchback should I buy for 15,000+ miles a year? 14 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I need help to decide what car to buy. I'm looking a premium hatchback to buy for business and personal use, circa 16k miles per year. Looking at a second... -
Which automatic cars under £10k have the best mpg? 22 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for an automatic under £10k that has good mpg figures. I’ve previously been recommended the Hyundai i20 and the Kia Picanto but the mpg ranges... -
Should I buy a Volvo C30? 15 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a Volvo C30 as a second car (60,000 miles, 2009 - 2012), would you recommend this model and which diesel or petrol? -
Hyundai i30 - How much to dix these MOT failures? 11 Sep 2022 (Forum)
I wont sell it to someone if there’s problems with it (no worse feeling than buying a car that needs work doing from a dishonest seller) so I’d either scrap it or sell it to one of those internet car buying sites. But obviously I’d like to take as small a loss as possible. Thanks everyone :) -
Should I get an extended warranty? 12 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
Are extended warranties worth the money? -
Do I have to have a CCTV sign on my car if I use a dashcam? 20 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
Do I have to display a CCTV warning notice on my car if I use a dash camera? -
Is a normal hybrid or PHEV better for stop start driving in traffic? 1 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a daily commute of approximately 14 miles each way in traffic. I am thinking of buying a hybrid - possibly a Kia Niro. Given the stop-start nature... -
What's the best way to pay for car insurance, monthly or annually? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
What's the best way to pay for car insurance, monthly or annually? -
Buying a used compact estate - petrol or diesel? 8 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used compact estate car (Focus/Golf size). I cover 20,000 miles per year on mixed A roads and country lanes. I'm looking at 09/10 model... -
Future problerms with diesel engines 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
Against my better judgement, I bought a new diesel-engined car; a Peugeot Partner Tepee 1.6 HDI (115), as I needed the torque to tow a small caravan. As... -
Should the brake discs on my Nissan Qashqai have corroded at just 11,500 miles? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a two-year old Nissan Qashqai, 11,500 miles, which was serviced today at a Nissan dealer. The garage say that the front discs need replacing as... -
Should I get this paint protection? 25 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Have ordered a new Ford Focus Estate through Drive The Deal. It is being a factory built and expect delivery to be late March/ early April. The Ford Dealer... -
When to change the S40 cam belt? 21 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo S40 2.0 D has now covered 72,000 troublefree miles. The Volvo service sheet advises cam belt change at something like 140,000, or 10 years. My... -
Thanks to Renault for their help with our Clio's ignition barrel fault. 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a 57-reg Clio Musique and the other day could not get the key out of ignition or start the car. Eventually, she got it started. The Renault... -
Carpet and upholstery not up to scratch 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a base model Note which I use for carrying wood and rubbish etc. as well as passengers. Why is the quality of carpet provided such rubbish?...

