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Recommend a long-lasting family car with room for five and a dog, with low running costs? 18 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are a family of 5 looking for a safe car that will last at least 10 very economical years and which can be serviced by our fantastic local backstreet... -
A flash in the prang 10 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm sure you are aware that, with the increasing automation of many car functions, many modern cars have an Automatic option for their lights such that... -
Uncontrollable urge 3 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had a crash in October 2009, when I was parking my automatic medium size estate car. As I engaged reverse, and pressed the throttle pedal, the car took... -
North wailes 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
Over the years I have read your columns with interest and enthusiasm, but I always felt uncomfortable with your negative stance over speed cameras. Feeling... -
Couping with retirement 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I shall be retiring at the beginning of September and, having had a company car for most of my working life, would now appreciate some advice as to what... -
Morning after pull 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
As a family we have always been aware that drinking and driving don’t mix. A family member will give up drinking for the evening and ferry us about. Recently... -
Non starter 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Very recently I read a piece in your column about a car that "shut down" and simply wouldn’t start when the owner tried to move it within his drive. If... -
What's the best car for poor condition roads as well as a motorway commute? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I live in a rural location which means lots of rough roads and potholes, but I commute a 70- mile round trip to work on a motorway, often at rush hour.... -
I need a comfortable car with good ground clearance and lots of space, what should I choose? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I would be grateful if you could help us in our quest for a new car. Currently we have a 2016 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso This is a great car as far as space... -
My mother voided my black box insurance - what can I do? 27 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I’m a young driver who originally had a black box fitted to the car to save some money. My mother was a named driver on this previous policy. One afternoon,... -
What car should I buy that's fun but economical? 7 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am 69 and generally reasonably fit and still working. Three months ago I decided that I really needed a car with a higher driving position. I fancied... -
We bought a faulty 2006 BMW X3 - does the dealer need to refund us if he won't fix it? 12 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
We bought a 2006 BMW X3 six weeks ago. It recently lost power while my wife was driving and it whines when accelerating. I called the dealership where... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel Audi Q5 for a company car? 31 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm choosing a new company car and my family like the Audi Q5. We mainly do London urban driving with the odd long weekend drive. The new London congestion... -
What do you recommend we replace our Honda Civic with? 3 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2013 Honda Civic 1.8 EX and like the car, including the heated seats. We would like a car with a higher seating position but the width of the... -
How often are wheels damaged by poor road surfaces? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife drives a 2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6 5-door Titanium with 22,718 miles, bought from Ford Direct through TCH Derby with whom we have a service agreement... -
Why are Jaguars particularly comfortable for me despite my bad back? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
12 years ago I was in permanent pain whether sitting, standing or lying down. My chiropractor told me he could no longer help me after 20 years of successful... -
Should I be out of pocket because Autoglass didn't replace my windscreen correctly? 24 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
A stone cracked my windscreen so my insurance recommended Autoglass. Autoglass replaced the windscreen and said it was recalibrated. But while driving,... -
Is undertaking a lane hogger on the motorway illegal? 31 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
Previously, when people ask for your advice regarding passing dawdler on the nearside, you have said that it is not illegal to undertake. Furthermore,... -
Do you still need to scrub in new tyres? 21 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
Due to a combination of factors, I have recently needed a full set of new tyres on my 68-plate BMW 430d Gran Coupe. I’m a steady and mature driver - not... -
Can I reject an EV because the range is less than advertised? 3 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I am a volunteer driver and take people to hospital for their treatment. I need a car that has a range of 340 miles, so a saw a car Polestar advertisement...
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