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Have TMC traffic updates stopped? 23 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
TMC traffic updates are affecting most if not all cars which are over 2 years old, including my bought from new Audi in 2021. Audi is saying the situation... -
What's the best small SUV with a comfortable ride quality? 7 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I (both in our mid-eighties) have a 10-year-old petrol Nissan Qashqai CVT auto in which we drive about 6,000 miles per year. We particularly... -
Should I buy a Ford Galaxy to replace my Ford Mondeo estate? 11 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of changing my Ford Mondeo estate for a more recent Ford Galaxy auto. Not more than four years old and, say, not more than 30,000 miles... -
What can you recommend to replace my Toyota MR2? 7 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a much loved Toyota MR2 which has just been written off. As I am now in my mid-60s I feel a higher car with power steering is probably the way... -
My 2010 Nissan Juke suffered the common gearbox fault - it's out of warranty, but is there anything I can do? 14 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Nissan Juke developed a major gearbox problem (CVT) which would cost over £4000 to repair. The car is unsafe now, and I've since seen on the internet... -
Will Volkswagen pay for my new EGR after it was broken by the emissions fix? 12 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Volkswagen Golf went into limp mode after the emission fix. I paid £763 for a new EGR and have written to Volkswagen asking for a full refund.... -
Is there an insurer that will get me to the airport if I sustain a puncture on my way? 31 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a three year old BMW 4 Series, 10,000 miles done and runflat tyres with no spare. I live in North Devon and often drive to Gatwick (240 miles, four... -
Which automatic hybrid SUV (preferably not CVT) would you recommend? 28 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for an automatic hybrid SUV. We're searching for a higher-ride car to replace our old Mercedes-Benz C-Class 180 Estate with sports pack.... -
Faulty Audi - how much should a new EGR cost? 10 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2011 Audi A3 diesel has 70,000 miles on the clock and an amber fault light on the dashboard. The local Audi dealer says I need to replace the EGR valves,... -
SUV needed for five mile commute 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm changing my Volvo XC60 (not very impressed with it, lots of niggles) and am looking at getting a 1-2yr old SUV with a budget of £20k. My partner has... -
Replacing VW Polo Bluemotion - what petrol hatch would you recommend? 14 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to replace my Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion with a petrol, low-emissions, five-door hatchback or city car that has some energy to tackle local hilly... -
Boot leaks in Mercedes SL 31 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 4year old Mercedes SL350, which has done 16,000 miles. It has developed a leak into the boot. I am told by the local Mercedes independant specialist... -
Clutch problem Ford Focus 1 litre Ecoboost 28 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have had to have the clutch replaced on my Ford Focus. The car is just under two years old and had done 18,988 miles. I have driven for 35 years and... -
Vegan car buyer - can you get luxury without leather? 11 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've been driving a lovely old Rover 827 and had thought to replace it with a 4x4 due to weekly slightly rutted track usage. However I am not impressed... -
Should my local garage pay for snapped glow plug removal? 13 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
Last week I had a quote from my local BMW garage for £300+ for changing the glow plugs on my BMW 5 Series (2003). I gave them the green light to do the... -
Which Octavia - or do I buy the Hyundai i30? 4 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at a 2010 2.0 PD diesel Skoda Octavia L&K with 122,000 miles for £6750 or a 2008 1.8-litre L&K petrol Skoda Octavia with 22,000 miles for £5950. Normally... -
Fiesta clutch failed after 2 years - should Ford pay for repairs? 13 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi has done 42,000 miles, but now the clutch has gone. Ford has refused to cover this under the warranty, but my local dealer... -
Is it ok to buy a small turbocharged petrol vehicle for inner city use? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 20-year old Mitsubishi 1.8i Space Runner automatic goes on and on like a faithful servant, but I fear replacement time will come next year. I wouldn't... -
Buying a new SUV - what do you recommend? 15 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned Subaru Foresters for the past 15 years. The old adage of "Subarus don't break", has proved very true in my case. The Audi Q5 is on my short... -
How can we have a derelict car removed from our neighbour's property? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can I have your advice about SORN please? There is an old wrecked BMW parked outside the owner's mum's garage and it is really in a state, you'd have to...