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Will you run a made-up question in your column to help us pressure the government over compulsory eye examinations? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm getting in touch from Specsavers with a view to sharing with you statistics found as part of their Drive Safe campaign, in conjunction with road safety... -
Should my daughter adopt left-foot braking techniques to drive an automatic? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just insured my 21-year-old daughter to drive my automatic Volvo XC70. She is a calm, competent and safe driver and I have no misgivings about her... -
Which automatic MPV is most reliable for under £7000? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for an automatic 7-seater for under £7000. Any type of vehicle will be considered, ideally not larger than a Galaxy, which is reasonably... -
I think my Peugeot 406 Coupe, converted to LPG, meets the requirements of your correspondent BL. 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
BL had £5000 for a car needed for a 400-mile weekly commute. I had to make this choice about four years ago. My choice was a 2.0-litre 2001 Peugeot 406... -
2009 Mondeo clutch problem 21 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've got a 2009/59 Mondeo diesel - 140hp 2-litre, manual, Titanium X. I bought it from TC Harrison in Peterborough at 10,000 miles; they had previously... -
I urge fellow motorists to consider buying older cars, such as my 1996 BMW 328i. 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I always read with interest the letters you publish, yet find myself exasperated by the cost of even modest modern motors. It is many years since I purchased... -
Is my car an imposter? 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a type r 53plate. It was imported from the Isle of Man in 2010 with low miles. I have spoken today to the seller and he... -
Diagnosing poor fuel consumption 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am experiencing very low fuel returns on my 2006 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Ghia of around 28 miles per gallon. The large rubber hose that connects to rear... -
Garage charging excessively and not repairing the problem 30 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My X-Type is suffering excess fuel consumption and poor acceleration. My local garage stated it had two leaking diesel injectors and gave an estimate of... -
Are there any cheap, basic cars available in the UK? 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am old. In car years, my vehicle is even older. I don’t drive it because I like classic cars. I drive it because, not having a nice taxpayer-funded pension,... -
Why won't my Alfa Romeo Giulietta return the quoted mpg figure of 54mpg? 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
The mpg on my Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 MultiAir TCT has worsened to a combined 26.4mpg. I have just got it back from the dealer today after having it checked... -
Trading in my old car for a new one, what should I get? 4 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 3 year old Clio 1.2 3-door. I finish paying for it in April. I think I should trade in for new. I want similar size car but with better fuel... -
Disastra zone 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My husband's trusty and very ancient Vauxhall Astra 1.6 automatic has finally given up the ghost and he needs to replace it quickly with a very reliable... -
Commutered sentences 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
For more than a decade, I have been commuting long distances to work, so have had a small diesel MPV, and also tow a caravan. Quite a cost-effective combination... -
Is a Yaris suitable for a long winter commute, or should my daughter buy a 4x4 instead? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a Toyota Yaris, which she was driving for four years over short to medium distances. Now she is taking up job in Walthamstow (Herts) shortly... -
Whereafore auto 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
For over 50 years I have been driving conventionally geared cars I am now 81 and considering moving to a slightly smaller car, an automatic Fiesta in place... -
Starter motor problem? 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a new battery (ten months old) but am having problems turning the engine over via the starter motor. When I turn the engine over, it feels and sounds... -
Why was my engine diagnosed as a write-off after driving through deep water? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
Three days ago I stupidly drove my Citroen diesel ZX auto (190,000 on the clock) through a flooded road. The engine stalled and would not start. When the... -
Should I replace my Mercedes-Benz C220 with a Honda CR-V for better performance in snow? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 2001 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Elegance saloon. The car has done just over 80,000 miles and is in excellent condition. During the past two... -
X-Trail error code 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004 Nissan X-trail 2.2 diesel. Whilst I was driving the car suffered loss of power (limp mode). Diagnosis was done by a trustworthy local...
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