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Can you recommend a smaller, more economical replacement for my Mercedes-Benz B-Class? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a B-Class Mercedes-Benz car last year in order to be able to carry my husband's electric wheelchair, (with the help of a hoist) and also a manual... -
Why won't TfL easily allow for drivers caught stopping on Red Routes to make an appeal? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a pensioner driving in London at 5.30pm on a Sunday evening, I became disoriented after following diversionary signs from multi road closures and stopped... -
Fiat 500 TwinAir + Dualogic? 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read your review of the Fiat 500 TwinAir with great interest, and followed this up with a trip to a Fiat dealership, where I test drove a Fiat 500 TwinAir... -
Did you know that old Rolls-Royces had trouble with runaway automatic gearboxes too? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Your tragic emails about runaway automatics reminded me of a true incident, circa 1960. A friend had a wealthy uncle who had an automatic Rolls-Royce.... -
We need to buy an automatic - does the Honda Jazz still use the I-Shift technology? 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a result of a recent illness my wife will need to change her car for an automatic. She currently drives a fairly new Honda Jazz manual. We would be... -
Should my son contribute to repairing a burnt-out valve in a Daihatsu Sportrak he sold privately? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
My son privately sold an elderly Daihatsu Sportrak through our local classifieds. The buyers explained they were unable to make the 40-mile journey to... -
Why won't my Volkswagen Golf achieve its quoted fuel economy figures? 14 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Bluemotion estate, two months old, has done 2,500 miles. This car should do 54/67/78 to the gallon. It does 40mpg round town and... -
Thanks for recommending the Nissan Note as a versatile, economical car. 14 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I often read where you recommend the wonderful Nissan Note to your readers who are looking for a versatile, economical car. When wishing to reduce to one... -
Would you recommend the Lexus RX400h as a particularly soft ride? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a result of a domestic accident, my wife seriously feels pain every time I drive over a matchstick so I need a very, very soft ride for her. I have... -
Why has my 2006 Audi A4 suffered repeated injector failure? Is it a known problem on this model? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Audi A4 2.0 TDI that has now reached 82,000 miles. In general it has been a very good car. It runs well, is economical, comfortable and well... -
Thanks for your help regarding my Mercedes-benz C320CDI's sat nav problem. 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read of the difficulties JG of London, SW5 is having with the Command sat nav on his Mercedes-Benz C320CDI. I also bought a 2009 320CDI... -
Over tyred 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've done the deal and bought a 2010 Mondeo Titanium 2.0TDCi Estate. It has come on 18" wheels with 235/40R18 tyres. Given your advice on tyre sizes previously... -
Forty Grand Tourer 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to decide between buying a BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 530d or a BMW 5 Series Touring 530d. At the weekend, I need a car for trips to the tip... -
Does my Peugeot Expert diesel van need a new fuel pump? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Peugeot Expert diesel, 2005 model. I've just had the key programmed by Peugeot. They said the key wasn't programmed, but I think differently.... -
I'm having a fuel system problem with my Peugeot 306 - can you help? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am having a few problems with my 306. The car will not idle. The ECU is reading: 'Permanent fault low pressure pump supply.' 'Intermittent fault:... -
Does my Peugeot 407 really need diesel fuel additive? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
In my 2006 Peugeot 407 SW SE, diesel fuel additive should be checked at 70,000 miles and running out can lead to massive bills. Mine required three litres... -
Blaming the keeper 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
You probably think I'm paranoid but based on the DVLA's propensity to fine everyone for everything whenever possible I thought I'd better check with you... -
Should I change my 10-year-old Honda Accord for a Vauxhall Vectra? 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Honda Accord is ten years old (I've had it for six of those) with 97,000 miles on the clock and it feels like it could do the same again with no problem.... -
Why is our Nissan Almera Tino struggling to start? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have a 52-reg Nissan Almera Tino which has been causing us some big problems since earlier this year. On starting the engine, it can sometimes take... -
Does my Ford Fiesta's fuel pick-up hose have a hole in it? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Fiesta 1.2 Finesse 04 plate, petrol engine. When the fuel level goes below 1/4 of a tank, the car starts stuttering, like it's losing power,...

