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What's the best small automatic for a new driver? 7 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am a new driver in my late 20s looking for a second-hand automatic car. I learnt to drive on a manual, but with the amount of traffic in my area, a manual... -
Which car cover should I buy? 30 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please? -
What's a suitable car for a 70-year-old? 15 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I drive an Audi A3 which I have had for seven years and am pleased with. However as we get older, we find long journeys are less comfortable and have thought... -
Should I buy a lead acid or calcium battery? 25 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1999 Morgan +4. Should I buy a lead acid or a calcium battery? My last battery was a Halfords lead acid and lasted seven years. -
Our SEAT Leon DSG has had two clutch replacements, should we sell it before the warranty period ends? 10 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My mother bought a SEAT Leon 1.2 TSI DSG new in July 2015. A new clutch was fitted in July 2016 under warranty, and new clutches are now being fitted... -
Is the dealer liable to pay for engine repairs on my two year old Audi A4? 3 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought an Audi A4 from an Audi dealer two years ago. It's been serviced by them since purchase, with the last service in December 2017. It recently broke... -
What's a good van for biking, commuting and sleeping in? 17 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
Which van would you recommend for chucking mountain bikes in the back and sleeping in? It would be my main car too and so used for local journeys during... -
I'm paying for accident repairs without insurance involvement - how do I check the garage isn't overcharging? 8 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I hit a car when trying to reverse out of a confined space. I offered to pay for the damage without going through my insurance company as I envisaged the... -
My son's car won't start - does the clicking noise suggest it's an issue with the starting motor? 31 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I drove my son's car last week, a 2007 Volkswagen Astra (35,000 miles). I heard a loud squeal and then it cut out and I smelled something burning, which... -
Do the police take car crime as a serious problem? 8 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Do the police take car crime as a serious problem? I've just had my van broken into twice in the space of a month, actual damage to repair £2000.The police... -
Can you suggest an auto that offers a nice ride and decent boot space? 1 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a very smooth ride and responsive acceleration. I've got £10,000 - £20,000 to spend on something automatic with a decent boot and five... -
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... -
What's the lowest rpm I could drop to in achieving good economy and a clean pick up? 20 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just watched your Volkswagen Polo economy driving video. I recently bought a new Vauxhall Astra ST 1.4 150 T (i.e. same sort of small capacity turbo... -
My insurance has offered scrap value for my car after an accident - what do I do? 21 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 1996 Volkswagen Polo MK3 which has been in the family since new. Recently I had a small dent in the wing caused by a third party. The insurance... -
Can I sue a garage for giving bad advice? 15 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My son has has numerous warning lights appear on the dashboard of his 2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. He immediately took it to a local garage and was told... -
All, not just VW - Dieselgate, latest reports 1 Nov 2016 (Forum)
According to this report, that stance is now being challenged. Report conclusion Para 3.8, page 29 12 months ago, Volkswagen claimed the cheating of emissions tests in the US was perpetrated by a handful of rogue engineers. We now know it is an endemic problem throughout the automotive industry with defeat devices systematically installed by VW Group on 11 million vehicles globally and cheating of tests by other companies exposed in Japan29 and South Korea. -
VW - VW Emissions Scandal 30 Sep 2016 (Forum)
I quote from the letter: ‘…...able to carry out the technical measures relating to the NOx emissions issue affecting your Volkswagen vehicle.’ ‘…..the measure will involve a software update to the engine management system.’ ‘...there will be no change to your vehicle’s engine performance, maximum torque or noise levels. -
Insurance 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has driven a classic Mini since she passed her test seven months ago. However, with the Mini proving unreliable so we have changed to a Volkswagen... -
Hybrid/petrol company car recommendations 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to order a new company car. My business mileage is negligible and my daily commute is 12 miles of country roads. The only long journeys are 2-3... -
Buying a new hatchback - A3 or Golf? 29 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am retiring soon and want to buy a new hatchback with five-doors, a petrol engine and manual gearbox. I quite like the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf. Is...
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