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What tracking device do you suggest I buy? 27 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am taking delivery of a new car in July. Which tracking device do you recommend I fit? Secondly, should I invest in Autoglym lifetime protection? -
What exactly leads to an increased insurance premium? 6 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
A year ago my son was driving home from work after nightfall. In an urban area, with not particularly good street lighting, he came to a cross roads. Having... -
What's the best 1080p dashcam? 26 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a good dashcam with a suction fitting which is at least 1080p resolution and has the ability to record for a while after parking in a... -
Is it legal for me to tow my friend's uninsured classic car to a garage? 22 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have been asked by a friend to tow his 1976 Volkswagen Beetle to a specialist garage for repair. The Beetle is not MoT'd or insured. It's MoT exempt... -
Are there any advantages to declaring my classic car SORN for the winter in terms of road tax and insurance? 20 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've had my 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier Convertible Mk2 for a couple of years now and have enjoyed driving it in good spells of weather. Is there any advantage... -
Can you provide more details of the emissions testing that the Wolfsburg Volkswagen engineers carried out? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm experiencing a lot less mpg, more noise, more DPF regeneration and less power since my car had the emissions update in August 2016. If you are in touch... -
I think I've been mis-sold a car - what should I do? 21 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
In September 2016 I bought a new Land Rover Discovery Sport. I test drove the car at one dealer but bought from a different one who offered a better price.... -
BMW Runflat Tyres 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 3 Series Touring (320d X Drive) with P7 runflats. I value the security they provide in being able to continue driving, albeit for a limited... -
Part exchange - should I do it? 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
In September 2009 I bought my first ever brand-new car (a Peugeot 107) under the government's scrappage scheme. I put down a £4000 deposit (lent by family)... -
Rusty New Land Rover Defender - 5 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
In July last year at 10 months old my new Land Rover Defender was returned to Lancaster Land Rover in Reading due to a number of rust and paint issues,... -
The reason for the set price of diesel is partly to do with refinement processes. 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
You gave the correct explanation to PW of Leicester regarding the price of diesel. To expand on it, the fraction of the barrel that the diesel comes from... -
How can I respond after a third party dishonestly claimed for injury after I scratched his car? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
In December 2010 I parked outside a shop very early in the snow and ice. When I came out the car park was empty. I reversed back, but could not see properly... -
Problems with an Almera 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Almera 1.8 has done 60k easy miles 'never driven hard' and is regularly maintained. I recently had to replace a coil pack on No1 piston, which... -
Are speed humps causing unusual wear and damage to my Audi A6's tyres? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
It recently came as a shock to find that my four-year-old A6 2.0 TDI Avant failed its MOT and that the cost of the recommended remedial work was almost... -
Vauxhall Zafira cutting out - how to get fault codes? 4 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Vauxhall Zafira 2000yr. A few weeks ago I was driving and the car cut out, stereo and lights work ( ruling out battery ) but the windows wouldnt... -
Should the Association of British Insurers comment on the lack of 'good faith' in the industry these days? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
An increasing number of letters featured in your column concern the practices of insurance companies. The problem it seems to me is that the insurance... -
Audi S3 first service followed by engine oil loss 7 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife's S3 was 11 months 29 days old when at 7900 miles I sent it to an Audi main dealer for oil service on 30 Dec 2010. After 40 miles I discovered... -
My motorcycle seized a day after being serviced due to low oil. What are my rights? 2 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My question concerns a motorcycle, but that is not significant as I believe the circumstances would apply equally to a car. On 22 June this year I bought... -
Is there anything I should look for when buying a BMW 320Ci SE, and is this a good deal? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a BMW 320Ci SE Auto Coupe, 2.2-litre, 2004, one owner, full history, 34,500 miles, auto. It has extras including leather seats,... -
Drive shafted 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am appalled by some of the tales of dodgy behaviour by dealers. Here's one to add to the list. In February 2009 I bought a used 05 VW Passat 2-litre...

