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No need to 'simmer' a modern turbo after a long run? 14 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am the driver of a new Audi A6 diesel, which has stop-start. I was concerned about an abrupt engine stop after a long or hard drive, and emailed Audi... -
Why don't the window seals on my Yaris remove rainwater? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
Shortly after I bought my Toyota Yaris I found that the side window bottom seal mouldings were not scraping the rain off the side windows when the windows... -
Which engine for my Fiat 500? 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I hope to buy a Fiat 500C Pop to replace a Smart ForTwo, for mainly short journeys. I generally like 'less is more' in a car. Should I choose the current... -
Which secondhand 4x4 for offroad use? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently got stuck twice in a wet and muddy grass car park and in an allotment in a front wheel drive Volvo V50. I would be grateful for your views as... -
How can I improve the ride in my Ford Fiesta? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own, and really enjoy driving, a 2008 Ford Fiesta Titanium (bought about six months ago at Dagenham Motors, Sidcup) fitted with low profile tyres, which... -
Which economical, comfortable car for high mileages? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at spending about £8000 on a car to replace my now tired 200,000-mile Focus. Since I'm doing over 30,000 pa, it needs to be both economical... -
How can I add fuel additive to my Ford Focus when it has a misfuelling prevention device fitted? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with my 2011 Ford Focus 1.6TDCI (old model). When first purchased it gave me 54mpg. 14 months later it has now reduced to 47mpg with the... -
Ferrari 612 gearbox glitch 14 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ferrari 612 F1A '04 from a specialist. I love the car. Due to weather I haven't driven it much. I am in week 10 of its 12 week warranty. I have... -
Why can't people clear snow from their windscreens properly? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Over the last few days of treacherous snow and icy conditions, I am amazed and frightened by the number of drivers leaving their homes with the snow and... -
Will you promote our Route 60+ events for older drivers? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I work as a Road Safety officer for Somerset County Council and the team here are all ex-Fire Service and Police Class 1 response drivers/motorcyclists,... -
Ford Galaxy 1.6 TDci - excessive tyre wear? 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Ford Galaxy 1.6 TDCI, bought back in September 2012. I'm just wondering is it common for the front tyres to almost reach their legal limit... -
Olf Fiesta on original battery won't start 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my Ford Fiesta 1.3 Encore in December 1996. It has the original battery (is this a record?) The body work is in good condition and has given... -
Battery drains very quickly 19 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
For 2 years now, the battery has drained over the weekend, garages have said need a new battery. Still doing it despite battery only a year old. RAC... -
Why are air intakes for cars set so low when flood damage can occur? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
With the dramatic increase in flooding, and many people with wrecked engines, I wonder what your view is regarding trying to encourage car manufacturers... -
Towing with a Focus Ecoboost? 6 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Just bought an Ford Focus Ecoboost 1.0 from dealer. Told them I didn't drive many miles except in July/August so asked if I should buy this or diesel 1.6... -
Does using an air conditioner affect fuel consumption? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have always understood that running the air conditioner causes an increase in fuel consumption. Last week, in very cold weather, I was taken for a demonstration... -
Would you recommend a Citroen C6 to replace my C5? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
For reasons lost in the mists of time I have always been a Citroen freak and I actually own a nice 2CV. Our main cars have been BXs, Xantias, C5s and so... -
Electrical problem with my Toyota Yaris - what could be causing it? 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Every so often the red warning light comes on and the car is stuck in 'N' so I can't move. The engine won't turn on. This usually happens when... -
I paid a deposit for a car that isn't available - can I get it back? 18 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently spotted a nearly new approved used car at a local dealer on the BMW UK website which was exactly what I was after. It was advertised as available,... -
Door lock isn't locking... 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 BMW 3 Series. I have a problem with the driver's door. When the weather is cold, the door will open with the key fob but will not latch closed....
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