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Are steering locks still effective? 15 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
With the arrival of the cordless angle grinder have steering locks had their day? I recently saw a photo of the inside of a recovered stolen car and on... -
Do Faraday pouches wear out? 17 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2020 Honda Jazz Hybrid, with keyless entry and ignition. When the car was new we bought two recommended Faraday pouches for the keys. I now find... -
Does a 30mph limit still count at night if the street lights are switched off? 30 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
Assuming the Highway Code still states that street lighting on roads indicates a 30 mph speed limit, my area turns the lighting off for part of the night... -
What coupe should I buy? 24 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have about £15,000 to spend on a used three door coupe. There are a very few Infiniti Q60 models on AutoTrader which interest me - the 2.0 version. Any... -
Should I use a fuel additive in my car? 9 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 Mercedes R230 SL500. Is there a recommended fuel additive to use to keep the system clean and running perfectly? -
How much should a large stone chip cost to repair? 9 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have just been quoted £765 to fully repair a fairly large stone chip in the drivers door of my car. I have been told the whole door will need to be repainted... -
I want to tax my car for six months - what's the easiest way? 27 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
I want to tax my car for six months only from 1st April. Is it better to pay for 12 months and then claim a refund, or simply to tax it for 6 months, at... -
Why am I not able to have a puncture repaired on my run flat tyre? 24 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
Why am I not able to have a puncture repaired on my run flat tyre? -
Can I make my reversing lights brighter? 9 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
The reversing lights on our 2003 Mercedes C-Class and 2011 E-Class are not bright enough in unlit driveways or dark roads. Are there safe brighter upgrades?... -
What small self-charging hybrid has low insurance? 30 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
At 88 years old I find that the insurance cost for my Dacia Jogger is prohibitive. I am prepared to downsize. Which small self charging car (petrol/electric)... -
Can my Vauxhall Corsa tow a coffee trailer? 20 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
Would my 2019 Vauxhall Corsa SRI VX-Line 1398cc be able to tow a coffee trailer weighing circa 850kg? If not what car would you recommend that cost around... -
Are EV chargers checked for accuracy like fuel pumps? 18 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
Petrol pumps are checked for accuracy. Who checks EV chargers and where is the accreditation? -
I think my car was damaged at the dealership but they are refusing to accept responsibility - what can I do? 30 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just picked my car up from main dealers and found the headlight cracked. have a photo that shows no damage before it went in but the garage denies... -
What rights does a private buyer have? 14 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
My nephew has bought a tipper truck privately, 20 mins into the drive home the EML came on and now a red EML (turbo boost problem) He rang the seller who... -
Do cars not have a wheelbrace and jack anymore? 26 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
Cars haven't had a spare wheel for a long time. But I have just got a new Renault Austral. It has no jack or wheel brace. The dealer told me I shouldn't... -
What's the most reliable estate that will carry a mobility scooter? 2 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 auto and it has proved reliable. I am disabled and think an estate car would be good as it would give me easier access... -
Do we need to tell our insurer about my wife's hip replacement? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife recently had a hip replacement and is now well on the road to recovery (8 weeks). Firstly, is she now allowed to drive? And secondly, does she... -
Are car seats described as leather actual animal hide or synthetic? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
Are car seats described as leather actual animal hide or synthetic? -
Why is my new car taking so long to arrive? 11 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I put a deposit down in early March for a new Kia Niro was told it would be a four month wait. Despite regular calls to the dealership there is no sign... -
Can I leave my 2023 hybrid Toyota Corolla for a week at the airport? 8 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I will need to park my 2023 Toyota Corolla 1.8 at an Airport Carpark in October for 7 days. Will there be a problem with the battery (starting) when I...

