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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... -
Is there a good sporty estate or SUV I should consider? 10 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm a new dad and now want to move from an Audi S3 to a more suitable estate or SUV that I will use as a daily drive but would like something sporty. I... -
Do I need to tax and insure a car which is on SORN before I can sell it? 28 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need to sell my mother in law's car. It has been off the road on SORN for the last year. I have now had an MoT test done again and the car has passed.... -
I'm a driving instructor - what should I get to replace by four-year-old Fiesta? 7 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a car to replace my 2015 Fiesta 1.5 TDCi Econetic? I'm a driving instructor covering 55k miles a year so needs to be a diesel. My current... -
I have received a speeding ticket but I don't know who was driving - what do I do? 24 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I received a final demand from the police for the driver details of my car, allegedly speeding two months ago. The original was not sent by recorded delivery... -
What smaller 4x4 would suit me? 1 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2012 Mitsubishi L200 but want something a bit more economical and a bit smaller but with four-wheel drive, as I stay out in the country.... -
Can my daughter drive my new car on her own insurance policy? 11 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a new Kia Picanto. My daughter and son-in-law only have one car, so she would like to borrow mine occasionally. Her insurance policy says... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel estate? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI and drive an average of 14,000 miles a year. Due to an arrival of a dog in the household, I'm looking to change...