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Why is my Jaguar X-Type failing to start? 19 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Jaguar X-Type 2.0 diesel manual. It only has 38,000 miles and drives fine with no funny noises or handling issues. Lately it has shown an... -
Should I sue my local dealer over a flat battery? 12 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Ford S Max six months ago and the car has suffered a flat battery on 10 occasions. As a result, it has been in the dealership for repairs... -
Can I charge my PHEV using an extension lead? 21 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
Will my Volvo XC60 battery charge if I connect it to an extension lead which is connected to a 4 plug extension in the garage? -
Is it too early to buy an EV or better to wait until prices come down? 20 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is it too early to buy an EV? Or better to wait a while for prices (hopefully) to come down and any initial problems to be ironed out? -
Why do hybrids do a very small distance on just electric power compared to electric cars? 25 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
A 24Kw Nissan Leaf will do about 95 miles. Why does the 32Kw Hyundai Ioniq only do a very small distance on electric power only? -
Ford C-Max - "Limited EPB" warning light 18 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel. For the past two week, the car has started displaying a message on start up. The message says “Limited EPB” but goes away... -
How often should a trickle charger be used on a car that's only used once weekly? 8 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I only use my car once a week. How often should I be charging the battery? -
Is there a fault with my Audi A4's start-stop system? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I believe I have a problem with my Audi A4 Avant B8's start-stop system. Whatever I do, including switching everything including radio, lights and climate... -
Should I leave my EV on charge while parked for two months? 6 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Kia Niro will be left unused for two months does it need to be left on charge ? -
Power cut - Peugeot warning light? 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having recently hired a Peugeot 207, I found the car OK except for a strange complication that I fail to understand. Sitting in the car after approximately... -
Which small, spacious car could we buy to keep in France for occasional use? 29 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a car in France to keep in France. It must be a 2-pedal automatic, must have four doors, and must be able to accommodate four people... -
Sunshine superfan 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having been caught out with a flat battery, on my Vauxhall Omega 2.5, during the recent cold weather, I am keen not to let it happen again. I have two... -
Do all dash cameras need hardwired to use parking mode? 9 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a new car and want a dash cam with parking mode. Is it possible to have one that doesn't need hard wiring? I'd prefer it to run on aux socket, but... -
What will go wrong with my car if I don't drive it during lockdown? 22 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
What happens to electric cars if they're not used for some time? -
Which dash cams have removable batteries? 5 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
Do you know if there are any dash cams out there with removable and rechargeable batteries (like a normal camera)? They generally seem to need a wire into... -
How should I store my Volvo automatic for four weeks? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having read your advice on three months' storage, could you say which of the points are really necessary for an 11-year-old Volvo auto that will be garaged... -
Honda Accord - remote locking problems 13 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
We bought a 1995 Honda Accord recently, but we are having problems with the remote locking. The system works, but you have to point the key at the car... -
How should I store my Kia Cee'd for three months during winter? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I shall be out of the country for three months from early January next year. I shall park my 2012 KIA Cee’d 1.6 Diesel in our unheated garage and would... -
Zafira electrical problems 5 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
The electrics on my Zafira were playing up. The lights stayed on with no display on the dash. Started OK but now when I turn the key nothing at all works... -
Why does the engine misfire when headlights are on? 9 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a Ford Mondeo (2003) and when I switch the headlights the engine starts to misfire. Why is this?
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