Refine by channel:  Ask HJ (4845)    Forum (3079)    News (1038)    Article (78)    productReview (77)    FAQs (16)    Good Garages (7)  

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

• BMW auto-box fault 17 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  A friend of mine has an automatic gearbox fault on his 1990 BMW 520. When put into DRIVE, it will go only about 50 yards before the transmission disconnects and the engine revs freely. If he then selects REVERSE the car refuses to move ……until the front end is bounced up and down a few times!
• Car radio in Ford. 1 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  I have bought a CD player that plays by putting a tape thingie into the tape player however its really annoying as it keeps turning itself over automatically is there anything I can do that will allow me to play just one side of the tape and then turn it over manually? Its a real nightmare.
• Peugeot 605 SV 3.0 - auto box problem 4 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  Does anyone out there have a quick answer to an auto box problem ? My 605 has started 'jumping' the automatic gears by itself, even when travelling sedately on the flat in 'Drive'... could an ATF / filter change cure this or does it mean a strip-down and rebuild ? (Or, more likely, scrap the car !)
• What auto? 16 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I have £600 to £1000 to spend on a cheap Automatic car for my partners business. I know this is not alot, but can anyone recommend a good reliable mid to large family car? (as she has to ferry kids around, school runs and day trips mostly!). I was thinking along the lines of either a Volvo 440 or maybe somthing else of similar size.
• Towing Horses 15 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I'm not too keen on owning a 4wd due to the expense and dubious image but can I get away with a 'normal' car? Also a friend of mine was advised to get an automatic as it is better for towing. Is this correct? Would appreciate any advice on cars/towing etc..
• Ideal car for the elderly 2 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  What are ideal new cars for the elderly in the 8K -13K price bracket? requirements are; easy to get in/out, 4/5 doors, good visibility, automatic (but enough vwoomf to get up 20% inclines), short, slim (to get in and out of garage), reliable. I've looked at Toyota Yaris, Suzuki Wagon R, Fiat Punto. Anyone have any views?
• 
  Do modern cars have automatic chokes? 11 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I've just purchased a 72-plate Kia Picanto GT Line S. Do modern cars still have automatic chokes? My immediate area has 30mph camera controlled restrictions...
• 
  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...
• 
  What should we buy to replace our Ford Fiesta? 26 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
  We wish to change my wife's car - a 2012 Ford Fiesta Zetec. Our minimum requirements are a small car (about same size as current Fiesta), five doors, automatic,...
• 
  How does the Renault E-TECH electric mode work? 6 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Am buying a 2023 Captur e tech 145 and it seems just like my 21 Captur Auto except electric. Renault garage said that it automatically changes from petrol...
• 
  What's the best family SUV? 12 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a car to do approx 10-12k miles per year, with lots of short journeys, some mid distance journeys and few longer ones. We are a tall...
• 
  What's the best used estate for £4000? 7 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My commute is a 100-mile round trip per day (four days a week) and I am looking for a utopian estate car or similar that is reliable, economical, costs...
• 
  What's the best car for an elderly driver who needs a wheelchair? 18 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a relative who is about 70 years old and she is looking to change her car and would like some advice. She often takes her mother out who is not...
• 
  Does our Mercedes-Benz C220 diesel need a new DPF? 15 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We have had a 2004 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDi automatic diesel in Spain for the last 10 years. All was fine until a week after its annual MOT last May, when...
• 
  What can I replace my Honda Accord with that offers more space for passengers in the back? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Honda Accord 2.2i-DTEC 150 automatic, first registered in March 2012. To date it has covered 12,250 miles with an average consumption of 44.4 mpg...
• 
  New petrol automatic hatchback: Ceed 4 Tech DCT or Civic EX GT? 18 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Still enjoy your Telegraph column after many years. As per title, my wife and I, who cover about 7000 miles per year, are looking for a new car, having...
• 
  Which large four-door car is suitable for towing a caravan? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am nearing the end of my second year of three owning a Mercedes-Benz E220CDI Blue Efficiency diesel automatic from new. I want a large four-door car,...
• 
  Recommendation from HJ - I'm buying a small/medium family car 4 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Nissan Alemra 1996 1.5 auto. It's low on mileage, but quite old now, and I've been driving it since 2007. It was very good for the first...
• 
  What large MPV would you recommend? 8 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 130 diesel. Bought from a year old it has been through 3 DMF's yet has only just reached 98k. I am looking to...
• 
  Which 4x4 pick-up do you recommend for high mileage work purposes? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new or nearly new 4x4 automatic twin-cab pick-up. I have searched the web and reviews for Toyota, Mitsubishi, Isuzu and Mazda...