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How long before my Euro 5 compliant petrol car becomes an issue? 9 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm a satisfied owner of a 2010 Euro 5 compliant petrol Audi A5. It's been fully serviced from new, still runs completely fine and comfortably meets all... -
Insurance claim 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf (2.0TDI, 140 bhp, 2004, 90k miles) was hit on 27th December whilst parked with no occupants in a residential area. The other party admitted... -
Which cars are big enough to carry two bikes? 8 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
We've just purchased two electric bikes and are looking to buy a car in which we can transport them. We'd like the car to be no older than seven years... -
What is the clicking sound my Renault Megane makes on full lock of steering? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2013 Renault Megane 1.5 and I noticed yesterday a clicking sound coming from the driver's side on a right turn at full lock, though it does happen... -
Can you recommend an equivalent to the Peugeot 3008, which we were disappointed with? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Following plenty of good reports, 'What Car Car of the Year', Honest John, etc we booked a test drive in a Peugeot 3008 1.6 VTi (the only one available)... -
How can I minimise damage to my MINI Countryman diesel's DPF on short journeys? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
On 2 December 2010 I bought a diesel MINI Countryman ALL4. This is the first diesel-engined car I have ever bought. I am delighted with it as a car. It... -
Missing, impossible? 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you can help. Last summer I bought a second-hand 2006/56 Ford Ranger Supercab from a dealer with the remainder of the three-year warranty.... -
Mis Match 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI Match from a Volkswagen franchise on 24th November, 2010. I bought the car for £16,600. On 27 November 2010... -
Do you have any advice for driving and hiring a car in Thailand? 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I know from past columns you have written that you often visit Thailand and therefore you are familiar with the driving regulations. I have been on holiday... -
What's the best used EV for around £12,000? 18 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
As a family we have an Audi Q4 (my wife’s work car) and a Land Rover Discovery Sport (now 6 years old). I would love to be completely EV, but the 3+ long... -
My insurer are expecting me to contribute £1000 towards fixing my classic car after someone drove into it - what action should I take? 3 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Sadly, someone drove into my 1967 Austin Healey 3000. It was entirely their fault, he was very embarrassed and apologetic. My insurer, Trinity, have approved... -
I had to have a new engine fitted after 95k miles - but the new engine is noisy. Should the dealership sort this out? 24 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had to have a new engine in my Volvo V70 D3 after 95000 miles. I was not too happy about it and expressed this to the dealership (who sold me the car... -
Need a used family car with space for a wheelchair 27 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are coming off Motability as my disabled son will possibly transfer to residential college in the next two years. In the meantime, we likely have to... -
Toyota Yaris Review 6 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a mere amateur in these matters, but the following extract of your Toyota Yaris 1.33 (non hybrid) automatic (ie Multidrive S) review seems to me to... -
Dealer Liability over Holed Air con Condenser - where do I stand? 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a 3-year-old Renault Modus diesel QS5 with 16,800 miles for £7995, which the independent dealer claimed was in perfect condition. The fuel... -
Did you see the BBC Watchdog programme on the Vauxhall Meriva's power steering fault? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would like to draw your attention to the BBC Watchdog coverage of problems with the power steering of Vauxhall Merivas, which aired on 30 September.... -
I need to replace my Skoda Octavia with something to cover high mileages - what about the Toyota Avensis diesel? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I run my own furnishing business and cover about 50,000 miles per year. I currently have a 2006 Skoda Octavia Mk2 1.9TDI estate which is coming up to 165,000... -
Twist or stick? 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am currently driving a 13-month-old VW Golf 1.4TSI SE. This was chosen by my husband from new, but sadly he died suddenly last September and the car... -
Rejecting a car as not fit for purpose 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
In August 2012 I bought a 2008 BMW 330i from my local main dealer. The car appeared to be in superb condition with around 15,000 miles on the clock. However,... -
I'm looking for a car with a forgiving ride and decent ground clearance? 20 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car with a forgiving ride and decent ground clearance for travelling over parkland. Four wheel drive is not essential and as I don't...
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