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  Mazda 6 vs Volvo S60 20 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering buying a new car and have narrowed our choices to a diesel Mazda 6 and a S60 Volvo diesel. However we are concerned about reports that...
• Ford Fiesta (2000 - 2002) - 00 1.3 Car Won't Start 11 Jan 2015 (Forum)
  He suggested that the injectors weren't getting enough fuel so check the fuel lines, filter and pump. I was also able to get it started by disconnecting the fuel return pipe so I figured that maybe it was blocked (it would also start if left for a day). After reading up on here, a few other people had similar problems so I replaced the pump and cleaned the lines.
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  Can you recommend a British-built family car? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My family is looking to buy a car, either new or second hand. We are looking to find the most fuel-efficient model possible. The car will be driven by...
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  Peugeot RCZ - carbon build up in cylinders 9 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a four year old Peugeot RCZ with roughly 20,000 miles on the clock. Five months ago the engine warning light came on and after a diagnostic test...
• Inefficiency of Electric and Hybrid Electric Cars 9 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  Given that for every 10 kWh (units) of electricity made 'available for use' in our homes, the distant fossil fuel (coal or natural gas) powered powerstation in Castle Donington or similar has to generate 37kWh of 'heat energy' then surely it makes much more economic and ecological sense for us to generate our own electricity as close to home as possible?
• Hyundai i30 Diesel - Hyundai incompatible with BioDiesel Changes??? 17 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  I assured the problem was happening nation wide and was extremely common. The warranty would not cover the cost of the fuel, and that it was a result of new bio changes in Diesel. I have only ever used Shell since I have bought the car (as claim VAT on shell only fuel).
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  Do I need these additives at my Mazda service? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Mazda3 1.6 diesel is due for its second annual service shortly and has done 7300 miles. The garage says that Mazda recommends a bacterial cleanse...
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  Is my Fiat 500 Multijet suffering from a DPF fault? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased my Fiat 500 diesel Multijet in April this year. It's about five years old. According to the service history, the oil was changed in October...
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  Can you warn your readers not to use their cards to pay for fuel at automated filling stations in France? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A word of warning to motorists filling up at automated filling stations in France. I've just returned from a 2-week trip, and on checking my credit card...
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  Rover 45 has died and won't start 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Rover 45 yesterday and as I was driving home the revs were bouncing up when parked at lights. Today, the engine light came on and the car died...
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  Why doesn't our Chevrolet Aveo return its quoted mpg figures? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing to you regards the 1.2 Chevrolet Aveo LT we have just bought. We acquired it on 25 March and have now done 3000 miles but just don't seem...
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  What's causing a misfire on our Ford C-Max? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel (80,000 miles, around 53/54mpg), which has always been main dealer serviced by the book. It suits us well and goes very...
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  Rav4 power loss 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The car has an intermittent fault. When occurring there is a sudden power loss. The engine does not stop but pushing the accelerator has no affect. You...
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  Replacing a CA T after warranty work? 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I wrote to you some time back about a misfire on my wife's Vauxhall Corsa. Eventually, after a year they have managed to fix it. My only concern was the...
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  DPF ruining MPG? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've read and understand all your replies to the 'my car doesn't achieve what the official figures say', but I have had a shock on my recent change of...
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  What should I replace my faithful Honda CR-V with? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am having to think about getting rid of my beloved Honda CR-V. It is now 14 years old and has been the best car I have ever owned. I bought it when...
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  Could you do a long range economy test on a hybrid vs a modern diesel? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I love diesels as they suit the terrain here in southern Spain; lots of steep hills where you do not need to change to a lower gear to easily get up them,...
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  Tax hypocrisy - do you agree? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  On the subject of the road fund do you have a view as to where it is going? I'm not a fan of road tolls for existing roads. I feel it is now highly...
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  Is it fair to compare my 2007 Volvo D5's fuel economy against the 2013 model? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I was pleased to get 49.4 mpg real whilst averaging 53mph over 760 miles. The combined "book" figure for my 2007 Volvo D5 manual was shown as 41.5mpg and...
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  Are diesels as economic as they used to be? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am due to replace my BMW 330 diesel coupe this year. I drive around 20,000 miles a year, mainly on motorways. With the gap in prices between petrol and...