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What can be done about middle lane hoggers? 23 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
Lane hoggers are one of my pet hates, where people unnecessarily sit in the middle lane or even lane 3 or 4 lane of motorways. Effectively they are reducing... -
Should I get the cambelt changed on my car? 3 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
I own Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost automatic. It is a 2015 and I was advised that the cambelt needed to be changed because it is coming up to 10 years now.... -
Does my EV need special tyres? 31 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a Seat Mii electric which requires new tyres. I am being told by tyre suppliers that Ev cars require special tyres due to the extra weight. Surely... -
Is buying a high mileage Porsche Macan Turbo a risk? 10 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2014 Porsche Macan Turbo with 122000 miles on the odometer. The car has had the transfer box sorted which is a known problem... -
Do stop-start systems cause engine wear? 29 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife read an article that automatic stop start on a modern engine can damage the engine beause of inadequate engine lubrication. I told her that when... -
Do dealers have to keep parts available for cars up to 10 years old? 15 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 9 year old Vauxhall Meriva B 1.4 Petrol Turbo. The steering pump has failed (again) and has failed its MoT. I cannot find a replacement pump either... -
Will the stop-start system on my Fiesta damage my engine? 18 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
Does the auto start/stop system wear out the engine quicker and turbo? Also, what kind of battery does it have? And has the starter motor been made stronger... -
Is it legal to park on the pavement? 31 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
If I park on a wide pavement with double yellow lines painted on the road an I technically parking on double yellow lines? My son parked his van on a... -
Why has my car insurance increased so much this year? 4 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
To insure our Fiat 500C last year was £209 but this year the lowest quote anywhere is £354. That's with no changes or claims. Please can you explain this... -
Gearbox problem which is being repaired, can we still reject the car? 30 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
After 15 days of car ownership the car developed a fault. It is an automatic, the gearbox would not engage any gears, whether it be first or reserve. The... -
Why does my car's air con turn on by itself? 5 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm afraid I don't follow your advice of leaving the air conditioning on all the time, as surely this will use more fuel? The air conditioning works... -
Should I buy a used Toyota Yaris GR? 26 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have recently made enquiries of Toyota re the Yaris GR and have been told that there is a waiting list for this vehicle into 2024. I have checked a... -
How long after purchase should a new V5C log book arrive? 14 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I bought a small used car for my daughter as a first car six weeks ago but have not yet received the new V5C in her name. The 'one man band' dealer, who... -
My car has not used for two and a half years, how do I get it back on the road? 2 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
Since the beginning of the pandemic I have not been home to Wales. I am going again in September for 3 weeks. What do I need to have done to check the... -
Should I buy a diesel Nissan Qashqai+2? 13 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking about buying a 2011 Nissan Qashqai +2 1.5 dCi. It has done 130,000 miles and the seller is asking for £4,300. I quite like the car, it looks... -
Is a catalytic converter covered under warranty? 12 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
Does a new car warranty cover the cat? I have an MG ZS which is 18 months old and has done 3,000 miles. It was bought new. I have been told by the MG agent... -
My car has been damaged while parked - should I report it? 29 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
Someone damaged my parked car and left the scene. A passer-by took their registration and left the details under my wiper. Is it worth reporting the incident... -
I need a comfortable and relaxing car - should I choose electric or hybrid? 31 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a new automatic car and will consider electric or hybrid models. I often travel, for pleasure, 100 - 200 miles a day. I have increasing mobility... -
I'm looking to trade in my car when the scrappage scheme is announced. What electric hatchback do you recommend? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2004 Citroen C4 - which I'll part exchange when the new scrappage scheme is announced. I'm looking for a similar-sized car, automatic,... -
I had my MoT done before the extension. Should this then last 18 months? 9 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My original MoT expiry date was 3 April 2020 but I had the test on 9 March 2020 and a new MoT was issued with an expiry date of 3 April 2021. Surely I'm...
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