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The timing chain on my 2013 Renault Clio has failed - should I push for Renault to cover the full repair costs? 18 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've owned my 2013 Renault Clio 0.9 since new and it has done 36,500 miles. The car has a full service history. The timing chain has failed and is currently... -
Is an extended warranty a worthwhile investment on a three year old car? 23 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 2012 BMW 320i with around 28,000 mileage. I have been offered an 18-month warranty with Safe and Sound mechanical breakdown insurance... -
How long should a driveshaft last on a BMW 1 Series? 10 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a BMW 118d in June 2014. The last MoT (June 2016) needed two rear tyres and I was told by the garage that the front tyres would soon need changing.... -
Ford Kuga power steering failure 15 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Kuga recently had a serious issue with the power steering failing suddenly while parking. Ford advised it was a ECU fault and that there was no... -
Lotus oil change 8 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my 1999 Elise with 3500 miles when it was 10 years old and gave it its first cam belt change and first oil change. I only drive about 200 miles... -
Need a family MPV for £4000 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
We are selling our beloved Citroen Berlingo (great MPV, but a stiff clutch and terrible economy around town) and want to buy a new family car that is better... -
Easily-accessible but good-to-drive conundrum! 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
We've thoroughly researched and briefly tested the following and can't split a decision between: Toyota Verso 2.0D-4D 2012 Skoda Yeti 1.8TSI 4x4 2011 VW... -
What should I replace my A5 Sportback with? 26 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
As my Audi A5 Sportback reaches five years old, I am thinking about a replacement before big repair bills start appearing. I have done 26,000 miles (trouble... -
Was the cambelt change on my 2004 Focus done properly? 13 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Focus MK2 1.6 Petrol (2006) and it was advised by Ford to have the cam belt replaced at eight years or 100K. Well, my car being eight years... -
Which model of Range Rover Evoque should we buy? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are a retired couple doing only about 6000 miles a year, but we love the look of the Range Rover Evoque. Which one should we choose? It would be a manual... -
What's causing a cooling fault on our MGF? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife has an MGF that has developed a problem with the cooling water. All is well for most of the time, but when held up for any length of time, with... -
I'd like to recommend my local Hyundai dealership for repairing a clutch fault. 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would like to sing the praises of my local Hyundai dealership - TWG Northwich. I have an i30, which is just three years and one month old and 13,000... -
Buying a friends' low-mile Shogun? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
A friend has offered us first refusal on their 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun SWB Equipe 3.2 Diesel with just 15k miles on the clock. It is obviously a very... -
My Rover 25 keyfob won't work - why? 5 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
There seems to be a problem with the locking system. Battery was bought new 10/09/12. Alternator belt 'went' and battery dead as a dodo 03/03/13. Alternator... -
How can young drivers protect their insurance premiums? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a Northern Irish male resident who holds a full motor vehicle and motorcycle driving licence and have seen your recommendations for cars for a 21-year-old.... -
Why do people drive through floodwater? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
You will have seen recent pictures of a Porsche in water up to its roof. The Porsche was in a dip in the road (not a ford - as was widely and incorrectly... -
Volvo V70 diesel engine query 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having already had engine problems with a Toyota Avensis 2.0 D4D, purchased new in April 2007 (lower engine replaced at 2 years old due to high oil usage... -
Which economical SUV or saloon for towing and seating comfort? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Next summer I intend to trade in my three-year-old SEAT Altea XL Sport for a new or nearly new car. The car needs to able to tow a 1100kg caravan, be economical,... -
Engine light on, so the dealer drained fuel! 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a four-month old Venture edition Mazda MX-5 with 1050 miles on clock. Test drive was okay a week before. After buying car (empty fuel directed... -
Which small automatic car to replace a Toyota Yaris? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are considering replacing our cars. My wife is 67 and is currently on her second Toyota Yaris, a T-Spirit with MMT transmission, which she...
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