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• Toyota Yaris - New Toyota Yaris smell of burning rubber during te 27 Nov 2018 (Forum)
  I testdrove a new Toyota Yaris year 2017, petrol, non-hybrid, 1,3 L with automatic gear, which I consider buying. During the testdrive, sudddenly, smell of burnt rubber appears inside the car after driving out of the highway I take the car back on the highway with the cardealer once again and same thing happens, again smell of burnt rubber.
• Citroen C3 - Trouble starting and resetting date/time 1 Nov 2018 (Forum)
    It's almost as if it momentarily disconnects from the battery, and it then starts, but my time and date have reset and my windscreen wipers go up and down just for one cycle and then it automatically locks the doors. It's under warranty for 3 months so want to take it back to them and explain the problem, but don't want to be fobbed off due to not knowing about cars, and was hoping someone would know what the problem is likely to be before I take it back.
• Mazda CX-5 - Mazda CX5 Spare Wheel 14 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  Hi, I've just bought a new CX-5 2.2 SE-L Nav Diesel Automatic, with delivery due mid September. However I have just found out (my fault, I should have looked into every detail!) that no spare wheel is provided! Now i've never had a puncture in 10 years of driving, however I still don't want to take a risk and do want to get a spare.
• Nissan Qashqai - Which cars have Active DPF regeneration? 20 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  Hi all, I currently have a Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dci and looking to get another diesel in the next few months. Preferably diesel and automatic. I like the fact that my current Qashqai has active DPF so it allows me to do short journeys as well as long ones. I like the Nissan Xtrail as it would suit my needs with a growing family and being over 6ft.
• Peugeot 107 2005-2014 - Switching off ABS in snow 14 Feb 2018 (Forum)
    Is it possible to switch it off?  If it is possible, I have in mind a simple switch/relay setup that will automatically switch ABS back on next time the car is started. I occasionally drive on completely snow covered roads just for the fun of it, but with ABS it isn't as much fun because I have somewhat less control.
• Turbo petrol/Naturally aspirated, Torque Conv/CVT 7 Feb 2018 (Forum)
  I don't want to discount turbo petrols, as there are not many n/a cars available anymore (new cars) and there is no budget - I just want your choices...... So what petrol / automatic cars would you recommend???? (Large Hatchbacks, Estates, Small SUV / Crossover)
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  Do I need to tell my insurer about a box junction PCN? 8 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Do I need to tell my insurer about a box junction PCN?
• Dart Charge Xtmas presen 26 Dec 2017 (Forum)
    NOTIFICATION OF LOW DART CHARGE ACCOUNT BALANCE On 24/ 12/ 2017  your Dart Charge account balance is  £8.98 , which is below the minimum account balance threshold. If you have Auto Top-Up enabled please ignore this email as we will take the funds automatically, otherwise you need to top-up your account. The easiest way to do this is on our website at (deleted) where you can also add Auto Top-Up to your account. Please note that if your account balance goes below £0.00 it will be suspended and you will not be able to use your account to pay for further crossings.
• How to drive safely in snow and ice 15 Dec 2017 (Forum)
  Its a good idea to try to do this every time even in warmer times so that you get into the habit and do it automatically.
• Renault Laguna Initiale Sports Tourer 2ltr 2006 - Compuetr management problem 21 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  My 2006 Renault Laguna Initiale Sports Tourer key-cards are not activating the automatic seat settings for self and wife despite setting the key-cards memory settings separately in the hole and pressing the memory button on the seat and hearing the confirmation tinkle. Everything else works OK.
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  Do I have to have my car serviced with the dealer? 14 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a BMW 320i automatic new 10 months ago. You recommend that the oil and filter should be changed every 12 months (mileage is 5500), should this...
• Rover Mini - Import minis and poor old Rover dwindling.. 27 Sep 2016 (Forum)
  Anyhow I came across a Jap spec Rover mini. Its a grey import, and they've somehow fitted aircon into it as well as being automatic. Anyone else a bit impressed at the packaging?! Hopefully the link below works.   https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=jap+spec+mini&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiNlp6flq7PAhVROMAKHZ8lB_QQ_AUICCgB&biw=1242&bih=641#imgrc=vPyFnnVuwGaNaM%3A I'd be interested to see how these held up in Japanese temperatures, aircon on and family of 5 + luggage...
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  What's causing my Ford Mondeo misfire? 29 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 Ford Mondeo automatic that has developed at misfire at idle and low speeds. My local garage has put in plugs and leads, but the misfire remains....
• Lamborghini thread deleted 12 May 2016 (Forum)
  Just to apologise to all of you who rightly criticised an OP who failed to read the sticky thread and named and shamed a dealer.  You'll all have got an automatic E-mail - sorry for that. I simply don't have the time to go through all the posts and delete the dealer's name. To the OP - a public forum like this is NOT the place to name and shame a particular business.
• Tyre repair sealant 3 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  Many appealing newer cars now have tyre repair kits.  If I had a puncture I would automatically replace the tyre ( I have known for a long time I'm neurotic ) so that is not a problem. Has anyone had any experiences in which it has been a benefit using a kit ? Is there a difference in quality between what different manufacturers supply ?
• BMW 320i - Used BMW 320i. What to watch out for? 10 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  Hi guys,   This is my first time buying a used car. I saw this pretty good example of a 1991 (J Reg) BMW 320i Sport Automatic. It has 12 months MOT and a full service history. The price seems good, and I'm going to test drive it at the weekend.    Problem is, I'm not 100% sure what to look out for!
• Hyundai i10 - Goodbye VW hello Hyundai 22 Aug 2015 (Forum)
  After lots of Vw's one after the other I wanted a small automatic to replace my manual Polo. I gave up on VW autos when DSG came in. Also in the last few years the dealerships have gone downhill [ apart from mega chrome and glass showrooms of course] I have now ordered a Hyundai i10 Auto.This has an 'old fashioned 4 speed traditional box.
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  Is the SsangYong Korando Sports any good? 21 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am think of buying a new pick up. You get a lot of car for your money. What do you think of the SsangYong Korando Sports? Is there any problems that...
• Vauxhall Zafira comfort 2004 - Ignition problem 25 Jan 2015 (Forum)
  i have 2004 automatic transmission zafira 1.8. i had a problem that it started with varrying revs and juddered when put into gear and some times moved very lazily. may be going into limp home mode. my technician said it is the problem about spark plugs and ignition coils. i have changed them but now it has got worst. i starter but just gets switched off in the next ten seconds. i am unable to even move it because it is never staying switched on. i put back the old spark plugs and coil as well but problem  persisits. if somebody can help me on this matter?
• Any - Long Term Investment 9 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  I am looking to purchase an estate car that would not necessarily do high mileage - 8K to 10K a year so petrol would be the order of the day. I am an old f*** so an automatic would be useful and I will look after the car. It would be well looked after and I would plan on keeping it a long time (potentially running it into the ground) so longevity and long term reliability are key factors for me.