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Is a cam belt covered under an extended warranty? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy an eight-year-old Citroen C4 Picasso from a main dealer. The cam belt hasn't been changed and the dealer says it is not due until 10... -
Do tyres have to match? 4 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
My front driver's side tyre on my Toyota RAV4 has a slow puncture and I'm wondering how important is it to brand match, tread match etc. tyres when you... -
Breakeven point for petrol versus diesel? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at the SEAT Ateca - either the 1.5 TSI DSG Or 1.6 TDI DSG. I have been doing up to 15,000 miles a year of mixed motoring. What would be the... -
Is it bad to buy a car with no service history? 11 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
My cars after two years of age are serviced by myself and I carry out a more thorough job than any commercial garage. So, why do you tell people to shy... -
Is there a database of maintenance costs? 12 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is there any publication that informs us of the frequency and servicing costs for different makes and models . I ask as l have been quoted £700 for a small... -
Which cars can use super ethanol (E85) fuel? 2 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
There is an increase at the pumps in France of super ethanol. Which UK purchased cars can use it? -
What has happened to streamlined car designs? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
What has happened to streamlined designs for cars? Traditionally, an aerodynamic shape seemed to be the key to better performance and fuel consumption.... -
Can you recommend a comfortable small SUV? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used hatchback or small SUV with the emphasis on comfort but with adequate performance. The biggest item I normally carry is a bicycle... -
Should I fit all-season tyres? 4 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
My Toyota C-HR is fitted with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres which are suitable for air temperatures above 8 degrees centigrade. Is this the correct tyre for... -
Does my car's air conditioning need servicing? 16 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a two year old Skoda Karoq and done 7,000 miles. My dealer has emailed to say my air con service is due. Do I need one? -
Upgrading headlamps - will the bulbs get too hot? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I need to upgrade my headlamps on my Citroen C3 Aircross. They are ordinary H7 and seem pathetic, hardly illuminating the road, especially when faced with... -
Do I have to stick with run flat tyres? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 335d GT 2017 plate, which came out of the factory with run flat tyres fitted. If I wanted to fit non-run flat tyres onto the car would this... -
Should we fit all-season tyres to our Ford Puma ST? 27 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife is getting a Ford Puma ST soon and currently switches between regular and winter tyres on her Polo GTI. Are we better off getting a set of all-season... -
How reliable are electric cars? 3 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
How reliable are electric cars in general? And how reliable is the Mercedes-Benz EQA, in particular? What yearly maintenance costs are involved, and what... -
Can you advise on the availability of a new Porsche 911 Carrera? 22 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a friend buying a two year old Porsche Carrera S convertible, but prices seem to be almost the same as if he bought new. The dealer is saying there... -
What are the best car colours for the Peugeot 2008? 19 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy a Peugeot 2008 Allure Premium, but can’t decide on the colour. I like the Nimbus Grey, which I think in the long term to be a “safe”... -
Why are satnavs in a windscreen considered a distraction but dangling air fresheners aren't? 21 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I regularly hear of people being pulled over by the police for having satnav and phones within the view of the arc of the windscreen wipers, but it seems... -
Should I buy a new petrol, hybrid or electric car? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
In the next few months, I will buy a new SUV. Is it better to buy a petrol, plug-in hybrid or all-electric nowadays? -
Are there any good alloy wheel protectors? 20 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
Is there any alloy protector product on the market that is any good? I have looked at some but they look rather thin. -
Will I notice the difference between 68dB-rated tyres and 71dB? 12 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
All tyres now have a dB rating. I understand that the noise level is measured outside the car. Is there any correlation to cabin noise? Would you actually...
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