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A smart motorway speed limit reduced as I went past the camera. Will I be fined for speeding? 10 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I was travelling down the M1 on at 70MPH and, as I reached a gantry, the speed limit signs flashed up 50MPH. I started to brake, but on the other side... -
Can I sit in traffic in 'D' with my foot on the brake pedal in a Ford B-Max powershift? 16 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We recently picked up a brand new Ford B-Max 1.6 powershift and I would like to know if it's okay to sit in traffic with my foot on the brake pedal and... -
What’s causing the scraping noise on my Vauxhall Vectra? 26 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is making a scraping noise, which seems to be coming from the front wheels. There's no vibrations, or any performance issues, but... -
Skoda Octavia - are the pedals adjustable for reach? 26 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a new Octavia Estate. I am partially disabled. Are the accelerator and brake pedals adjustable for reach? -
Mercedes CLK-Class - why is the ABS light on? 10 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class and sometimes the ABS and ESP lights come on. Any idea what the fault might be? -
How much should I pay for a full service on a Chrysler Voyager? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
How much should I pay for a full service on a Chrysler Voyager? -
Should the garage have to cover the cost of repairs for my low mileage Honda Civic? 23 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Honda Civic failed its MoT on 'excessive handbrake travel'. I've been told by my local garage that it will cost in excess £850 but they will pay... -
Brake caliper rust on BMW 5 Series 17 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
In September 2016 I bought a brand new BMW 530D M sport. It was a big purchase for me. After around 6-7 months I noticed surface rust on the brake calipers... -
Why does Volkswagen Auto Group exclude shock absorbers from its warranty? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We started a thread in the Backroom (/www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/posts/?t=93339) complaining about VAG excluding shock absorbers from its warranty and... -
Institute of Advanced Manslaughter 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I quote from the IAM handbook - "Advanced Driving - the essential guide" in which and I quote, from page 46: "As a rule, left foot braking is best avoided,... -
Is a road test mandatory after brake repair work has been carried out? 8 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is it illegal for a garage not to road test a customer's car after a brake overhaul? -
How does hill start assist work? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Ford Ka + but don't fully understand how 'Hill Start Assist' works, being reluctant to release the handbrake on a hill before increasing... -
Can electric vehicles tow a trailer? 7 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
Are electric cars able to tow caravans and trailers? -
Should I be in Drive or Neutral at traffic lights? 27 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2018 MINI Countryman auto. I've read that the gearbox allows for stopping at lights while still in Drive. But I've also read that it's best to... -
My car is stuck in park - what's the solution? 23 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Mondeo automatic is stuck in park and will not start. The engine will only turn over once then it sounds like a starter motor noise. It will only... -
Can you recommend a luxury car for £6k? 1 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a luxury car for £6000? I drive about 10,000 miles a year and want something that's comfortable and stylish. I like the Mercedes-Benz... -
How can I get my SORN car to a garage? 9 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
How can I get my car on SORN to a garage for a service? My car has been off the road and I want to sell it, but am reluctant to tax and insure it just... -
Service schedule for motorway cars? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
What in particular should be serviced more or less on cars which just do long distance motorway commutes? The brakes used a lot less than in town driving... -
16" spare wheel but 17" fitted all round 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Just had my first puncture on my T Spirit, which has factory fitted 17" wheels. The compact spare is 16". I'm having to wait for the replacement tyre to... -
Which new tyres for my Honda Jazz? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have to replace my front tyres and am concerned about road noise as well as dry and wet braking. Can you suggest a tyre that will work well with my Honda...
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