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VAG EA189 emissions defeat software fix - seen this update? 29 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
Have you seen this? The EU are worried about VW's fix. Reuters: EU fears VW diesel fixes could damage engines: Spiegel. http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIwlYulmDA Keep... -
What is causing our Hyundai ix35 GDI to cut out? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have a 20012 Hyundai ix35 1.6. In the past three days it has cut out three times whilst driving. We are worried about this because of the danger aspect.... -
Is Texaco premium fuel any good? 17 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I asked some months ago about the advantages of Shell/BP Premium Diesel and I followed your advice and use premium. One of my nearby Shell filling... -
My 52-plate Ford Mondeo takes a while to start when cold and misfires - what's wrong? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia TDCI 2-litre diesel. When it's cold it takes a while to start, it starts smoking and I can feel some misfiring. When it's hot... -
Should I choose a diesel or a petrol car? 31 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
I am very interested in purchasing a used Dacia Duster 1.5-litre diesel dCi Laureate (110) Euro 6 vehicle with a 4x2 (2WD) drivetrain. As the engine is... -
Diagnosing poor fuel consumption 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am experiencing very low fuel returns on my 2006 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Ghia of around 28 miles per gallon. The large rubber hose that connects to rear... -
Deciding between a petrol and diesel 30 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a second hand car, my main objective is to purchase one that is cheap to run with good MPG and low road tax. At first I was... -
Can you explain how a diesel particulate filter works? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Can you give us any information on where I can find a proper explanation of the function and potential limitations of a diesel particulate filter? -
A Fordable? 14 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
With the rising cost of fuel and increase in VED, I am after a small diesel car. I am not looking to spend much and have seen a 55 plate Ford Fiesta 1.6... -
Do all diesel engines have DPF issues? 6 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is there a diesel car yet that can cope with town driving/short journeys without clogging the diesel particulate filter (DPF) and exhaust gas recirculation... -
Euro what? 27 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a Renault Megane dci 130 registered end December 2010. How can I tell if it is manufactured as Euro 4 or 5, please? -
Are other drivers experiencing worse fuel economy after the emissions fix? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had the emissions fix on my 2013 Volkswagen Passat 180PS three weeks ago. My trip is now showing a consistent 7 per cent worse fuel consumption and the... -
My car judders when accelerating - could this be down to previous misfuelling? 19 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
On odd occasions my 2013 BMW X1 suffers the judders as I accelerate through the gears. As if it doesn't know whether to go on - but you can easily just... -
My Volkswagen Golf sounds terrible and is leaking oil following a fuel sender pump replacement. 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Whilst driving along in my Volkswagen Golf IV automatic I heard a bang, and my car stopped and wouldn't restart. The AA diagnosed a fuel pump failure.... -
What's the fuel efficiency of a plug-in hybrid when the battery has run out? 19 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
Is there a rule of thumb about how much less efficient a plug-in hybrid is when the battery runs out compared to a combustion engine equivalent? For example,... -
Angels of Murcia 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
After arriving at Murcia airport recently for a family holiday to La Manga I was shocked to discover that the hire car company would charge me 100 Euros... -
Thinking of buying a secondhand diesel - when did DPFs and DMFs appear? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am driving a 2004 Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel which is giving excellent service and fuel economy. I will keep it for a year or two longer, but I wonder about... -
Is a diesel-powered campervan likely to be liable for expensive repairs? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
My son is looking into the purchase of a campervan for recreation through the year. His mileage is likely to be fairly low. Having looked at a number of... -
What do you suggest as a good value but economical second car? 10 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
We have a Honda CR-V 1.6 diesel that we like and gives us about 55mpg. We also have a Mazda 1.6 diesel worth about £2K. Can you recomend a vehicle to replace... -
Is a petrol van a viable alternative to diesel? 18 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a second-hand medium sized van (1500kg load) for my business, but as I need an engine with some power should I go for diesel bearing in mind...
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