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Why won't the brakes on my Morris Minor work? 19 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1970 Morris Minor truck. I have fitted a new master cylinder and renewed all of the brake lines. When I pump brakes I have nothing, I have rebuilt... -
Can you suggest a small car with an elevated driving position? 16 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My wife drives a 14-year-old Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin which is nearing its end. Can you suggest a small car with an elevated driving position which might... -
What are the pros and cons of buying a car imported from Japan? 6 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
There are a number of dealers importing Japanese cars. What are the snags I might not have thought about? Is insurance more expensive? Are spares harder... -
What SUV with four wheel drive should I buy? 27 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Mitsubishi L200 and want to change. I need something with 4x4 drive, as I stay in a hilly area and need it for winter driving. Also... -
If you include the manufacturing process of electric cars, are they actually any greener than petrol cars? 17 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
How green are electric cars when considering the manufacture, charging and recycling processes? -
I was fined $510 for speeding in New Zealand - do I have to pay it? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I was pinged by a police car while overtaking in New Zealand and incurred a $510 and 28 day driving suspension. My licence will be posted to my home address... -
What Super fuel do you recommend? 6 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've followed your advice for a number of years regarding premium fuel, both petrol and diesel. I usually put BP Ultimate or Shell V Power in both cars,... -
Downing sizing from Nissan Qashqai - what should I get? 28 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Nissan Qashqai diesel CVT will soon be three years old. While I love the comfortable driving position and safety kit, I no longer need such a large... -
Advice on buying a taxi? 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new taxi for myself. Either a 2012 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI or Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI. Which one is better and economical? -
New car for someone with back problems 22 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Since 1995 I have bought Japanese cars - totally reliable. My wife has a bad back and difficulty getting in/out of a "high car" - "low cars" equally bad.Fpr... -
Can you suggest a good hatchback that can carry a set of golf clubs? 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 KIA Cee'd that I want to replace with a new or nearly new hatchback. The car must be no more than 1.8 metres wide and have a boot that will... -
Is the Ford Grand C-Max Powershift transmission better than Peugeot's EGC? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Is the Ford Grand C-Max dual clutch Powershift transmission better than the Peugeot EGC transmission? And is the Ford fitted with a dual mass flywheel? -
Which oil should I use in my Volkswagen Polo to reduce start-up noise? 12 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a W-reg Volkswagen Polo 1.4-litre automatic with 60,000 miles. Since I've owed it, I've been using 10w 40 semi synthetic oil (as recommended). It's... -
What reliable estate should I choose? 19 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I need to swap my 2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 petrol hatchback for an estate so it can accommodate my two large dogs. I am considering another Astra or swapping... -
What MPV do you think I should buy? 28 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
I live on the south coast and work in the water sports industry. I’m looking for a large MPV I can take the seats out of and turn into a large van when... -
Is the cover of the Toyota/Lexus Relax warranty better or worse than an extended warranty? 4 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a brand new Lexus NX on 17 March 2021, which includes a three-year warranty. I also purchased an extended warranty with the offer to buy the... -
I'm taking my car off road for 6 months. Do you have any storage/maintenance tips? 4 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have to take my 2018 Volkswagen Polo (petrol) off the road for 6-months minimum. I have read about battery trickle chargers and wonder what type I should... -
How do I prevent thieves from trying to get into our car overnight? 25 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
How do I stop the local youths from trying my car's door handles overnight when the car is parked on our drive? -
My Volkswagen T-Roc bunnyhops and VW refused rejection. What now? 29 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've been fobbed off by Volkswagen saying my new car had a software fault, then apparently it's a characteristic of the vehicle. VW refused rejection after... -
What is the best child car seat for a Nissan Qashqai? 20 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
We're having our first child in the new year and unsure about which child seats that we should be looking at - it's all so confusing. Do you have any advice...
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