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De-feeted 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Recently, due to an accident I lost, temporarily I hope, the use of my legs. My daughter in law is taking driving lessons and is at the point where she... -
Is it okay to leave an EV for 8 weeks on the drive? 27 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
What would your advice be about leaving my EV on the drive for 8/9 weeks whilst we are away? -
I renewed my licence as I am over 70 but have lost categories, can I get them back? 28 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I renewed my licence at 70 and lost a lot of categories! This was during Covid and was impossible to get any resolution. If I submit a copy of my original... -
Waiting for medical driving licence, what can I do? 24 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have been waiting for my medical restricted driving licence with the previous one expiring in June. The licence has been restricted due to same condition... -
Is my car a manual or automatic? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a Honda Jazz CVT is fitted with paddle levers and consider it to be an automatic. However, a friend has told me that the paddle levers actually make... -
Which small cars are suitable for taller people? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was made redundant a couple of years ago and since have been driving my wife's Micra, about which I won't have a bad word said. My only problem with... -
Is it normal for a car dealer not to allow a test drive until a deposit has been paid? 24 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm three hours drive from a dealer selling a car that my son wants. I contacted the dealer and he said we can't test drive the car unless we buy it by... -
Can I still drive while my licence is with the DVLA for a medical renewal? 30 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am now 70 and still use my PCV licence. I sent my licence in for its annual renewal by registered post (signed for) on 24th April 2023 and it was received... -
I want to replace my aging Ford Ka with something reliable, but a bit more robust - what do you suggest? 2 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to change my car in 6-12 months time. I drive a Ford Ka, which I have had since new and it will be six years old this year. I currently drive... -
Car insurance for a new driver - what's the best way to do it? 13 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has just passed her driving test but will be going to University in about 4 months time. We tried to add her name to our car insurance policy... -
I'd like to recommend the Road Safety exhibition and test in Torbay for elderly drivers. 27 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Each year the Road Safety team at Torbay Council organise a Seminar and Exhibition for senior drivers. This event has stands that include the Institute... -
Is the method of steering two-handed and feeding the wheel between hands still relevant in modern cars? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I will be most grateful if you can help in the resolution of a misunderstanding that has caused a bit of a rift between me and the husband of a long-time... -
Sootable case for treatment? 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
In April 2009 I bought a one-year-old Nissan X-trail. At the end of July, having covered 2000 miles in France in just over a week the particulate light... -
Skid marked 14 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
My eldest son passed his driving test 2 weeks ago. Unfortunately, last Friday he had his first accident, driving well below the posted speed limit but... -
What is the range of an EV when driving at 70mph? 23 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
What is the range of a Volkswagen ID.3 when driving at 70mph? -
What hatchback do you suggest for mainly motorway driving ? 24 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have around £15K for a used car - hatch, usually just driver, non plug in - mainly for motorway driving with 10-15K miles per year - what would you suggest?... -
Can I get temporary insurance cover for a non-UK resident? 15 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife is a foreign national and lives and works in Brussels. She has a current British driving license. Autonet insures me to drive my car but is reluctant... -
How do I tax a disabled car when purchasing as this must be done by post? 19 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
My son has disabled tax status on his car. Soon we will be part exchanging for another car. How do we arrange the new tax to drive home as disabled status... -
Which hybrid is better - Toyota Corolla or Lexus IS300h? 28 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm comparing the Toyota Corolla 2.0 petrol hybrid with the Lexus IS300h. Which car is better? Is the Corolla's newer hybrid system more advanced than... -
My tax renewal might be delayed due to covid-19. Can I still drive? 9 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have to apply to renew my car tax. It usually takes about two weeks to get back. If my renewal has not been returned by the end of the month, can I still...

