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Can I change the tyres on my Audi A5 to reduce road noise? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2-year old Audi A5 Cabriolet S-Line 2.0 diesel front wheel drive, which is fitted with 18-inch rims, Continental Sport Contact 3... -
What is causing my Citroen C5 to run roughly? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
The night before last I drove, with a friend, to a meeting about 10 miles away in my recently-purchased Citroen 2008 C5 2.0 HDI 138 Automatic, 61,000 miles... -
Why is Volkswagen's DSG so problematic? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I see so much about DSG issues that I have to add my two-penny worth. My family have owned three Volskwagens with DSGs: two Golfs and a Polo. They all... -
license has been revoked in 2009 and I had no idea? 2 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I was pulled over by the police for speeding a few weeks ago. I was sent a fixed penalty notice of 3 points and £60 fine. I could not find my counter part... -
Clio lame 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
A friend of mine bought a new Renault Clio from Renault Enfield as she had been so pleased with her previous Clio also purchased from Renault Enfield.... -
Why do used car salesmen try to sell so many unwanted add-ons? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently decided to update my car and, having seen a suitable car on the forecourt of our local Ford dealer, I arranged a test drive. This was fine and... -
Dodgy brakes on my used MX-5 2 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
At the end of August I purchased a 2002 Mazda MX5 (SJ52 MLK) from IS Cars Ltd in Hertfordshire. The car was sold to me in 'Good Condition'. The car came... -
Want to replace our two cars - what do you recommend? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently run two cars and would like to replace one or both in the next couple of months. My husband drives an 03 plate Toyota Corolla vvti 1.6... -
Is undertaking illegal when passing a slow moving vehicle on the motorway? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I noted your reply to JA, Peacehaven and was a bit concerned that your readers may not have understood your point. The Highway Code and the Road Traffic... -
Why are people unrealistic in their expectations for a car's fuel economy? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I agree with you that government economy figures for new cars are often deceiving, as they are here in the US. But surely anyone with a modicum of sense... -
I want to replace my Focus ST - what will offer better fuel economy and should I buy a diesel? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2006 Focus ST which I've owned for four years, and apart from a replacement alternator and door strap the only cost has been routine... -
Are my driving habits likely to be causing DPF problems on my Mondeo? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Over the recent past I have read what to me seem conflicting views on diesel-engined cars and the problems that different types of driving and mileage... -
Golf cutting out intermittently 21 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Over the past 6 months my 2003 Golf has been sporadically cutting out while I am driving it. I have had it in the garage for a total of 3 weeks and... -
Squeaky scream 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 53,000 mile, 2006 Toyota Landcruiser LC5 has made a squeaking / rubbing noise when starting from cold for the past couple of years. (The noise... -
My car caught fire 8 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
On Friday 1st April I was driving along the road in my 2006 Audi A4 convertible with my three year old daughter. All of a sudden I started to smell... -
Can you make your correspondent MC of Stockport aware of the toll road situation in Ireland? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Further to the letter form MC of Stockport who received an invoice from e-Flow: All motoring visitors to the Republic of Ireland should be aware that most... -
Why is my Mazda 6 returning just 40mpg when it is advertised as returning up to 52mpg? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mazda 6 estate 'Takuya' edition in September 2010. It’s a 2.2TDi (163ps) with an advertised mpg of 40.9 urban and 52.3 combined. Given the rising... -
Should I specify the Standard or Sport suspension when I order my new Audi A1 TFSI Sport? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm tempted to order an Audi A1 1.4 TFSI Sport DSG but can't find one to drive. Your review gave me a lot of confidence, but could you please answer two... -
Can you suggest a replacement for our Toyota RAV4 which has a better gearbox? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Just over seven years ago, when tossing up between a Freelander and RAV4 D-4D, I took your advice and bought the RAV4. It was excellent until it reached... -
What shall I replace our Octavia with? 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Another letter asking for your advice. I am an elderly lady, now the sole driver as my husband is not fit anymore. We have a 2005 2.0 litre diesel Skoda...

