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Is the Yaris CVT reliable? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying used (65 plate) Toyota Yaris petrol with a CVT automatic gearbox. Are you aware of any problems with the Yaris CVT box - or anything... -
Does the Land Rover Freelander 2 suffer from DPF problems? 18 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My father is about to change his Land Rover Freelander 2 for a new car and has offered me his old car. I am very tempted by this kind offer as it will... -
Does the Nissan Qashqai use a Renault engine? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a Nissan Primera P12 but am considering a change. The Nissan Qashqai looks interesting. Perhaps you could tell me if the 1.6 dCI engine... -
Is the Toyota Auris prone to faults? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just had my Auris serviced at two years and 17,200 miles old. On collecting the car I was told that it needed a new steering column. The assistant... -
Looking for a spacious petrol manual car 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a petrol manual car. Needs to be quite large, comfortable on occasional long motorway trips and strong enough engine for easy overtaking.... -
What should I replace my Audi A1 with? 14 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my 10 year old Audi A1 that has a sunshine roof that I really enjoy. When I googled a new Audi A1 I was told that I can have a... -
Can you suggest a replacement for our Suzuki Vitara? 28 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
My Suzuki Vitara is six years old and starting to need a few extra repairs every MoT and service. The tinny sounding doors are also beginning to annoy... -
Would a plug-in hybrid work for me? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Prius, which is approaching 3 years old and 53,000 miles. In normal circumstances, which I hope we can return to soon, I drive approximately... -
My Ford Kuga broke down at 65,000 miles - is the dealer responsible to fix it? 11 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi automatic two years ago, with approximately 50,000 miles on the clock. It started juddering and displayed a transmission... -
What double cab pick-ups do you recommend? 3 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm selling my 2009 Land Rover Defender 90. I want more comfort and rear seats. It'll mainly be used on rural roads and mild, non-damaging offroading -... -
I had my windscreen replaced and now the lane departure system doesn't work - what's the issue? 23 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently hit a bird, which necessitated a new windscreen for my Audi SQ5 as a mater of urgency. I ordered a replacement to be fitted by Auto Windscreens... -
Why don't you like HUDs? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
Some of your recent comments have suggested you don't think much of heads-up displays. You have referred to them as "gimmicks". This is the first car... -
How to proceed with a dealership replacement part fitting 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
Hi, I asked for an upgrade of the factory fitted towbar electrics on my Honda CRV 2.2iCDTI from a 7 pin to 13 pin system to future proof the car as... -
Black smoke from a Hyundai Santa Fe 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
For a couple of months now, I've had an intermittent problem with black smoke from the exhaust coupled with a reduction in power. Recently it's become... -
Dashboard failure on XC60 11 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have had a Volvo XC60 SE5 diesel for just over 4 years and it has been generally satisfactory for my needs and not too expensive. I have done about 52,000... -
Should I accept the offer of half the cost of the cam belt change in my 2009 Volkswagen Golf? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a 2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16v at the end of February 2013. The salesman failed to mention that when it turned four years old we would need... -
Do you think I should replace my Mazda 3 with the new Mazda 3 Saloon? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a 69-year-old reasonably active female who has recently retired. I have done circa 8000 miles pa but this will now drop considerably. I have driven... -
What large MPV would you recommend? 8 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 130 diesel. Bought from a year old it has been through 3 DMF's yet has only just reached 98k. I am looking to... -
My daughter's 2006 Fiat Panda has developed a power steering fault at just 19,000 miles - why? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Based on excellent reviews, I encouraged my young daughter to buy a 2006 Fiat Panda and up to now she has been very pleased with it. It has now done just... -
Why aren't people forced to wear high visibility clothing when on foot on the road? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
After a couple of incidents I witnessed this week it is so clear to me of the benefits of always wearing high visibility jackets at a breakdown situation...