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  Is it possible to convert a hybrid into a PHEV? 3 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  In a recent reply to a question you recommended a Lexus NX200 Hybrid as a good reliable car but I think I noticed that this is not a plug in hybrid. I...
• Advice for new car - i've confused myself! 14 Jun 2019 (Forum)
  I currently have a little 1.6 Fabia 3 which has been hugely reliable and great fun but is now a little small and has never been the best for motorway driving so with these parameters in mind:- 1) comfortable motorway ride 2) reasonable fuel economy 3) spacious enough for a family of four 4) reliable and cheap to maintain 5) long term purchase, probably best part of next ten years or so 6) a decent sound system! Other than that I'm pretty open minded about petrol or diesel, manual or automatic. I've just got myself in a position where I can't see the wood for the trees so would really appreciate somebody taking a dispassionate look for me. i have a budget of 8-10k. thank you!
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  What's the law for travelling with dogs in a car or motorhome? 29 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I travel with dogs a lot - in my car and in my motorhome. Could you tell me what the laws are for these journeys?
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  What is the best colour restorer for black plastic trim which has faded? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best colour restorer for my black plastic trim which insists on staying grey?
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  What's the best first car for young driver on a £2000 budget? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter, who is 17, is currently learning to drive. What cars would you recommend for her as a first car? Reliability and safety are paramount, I have...
• Car purchase for future use - Opinions please! 13 Mar 2019 (Forum)
    With the help and advice of SLO and others, I bought privately a lovely top of the range 2003 2.4 petrol, automatic Honda Accord with very low miles and full Honda history for a touch more than bangernomics money. The Accord is an excellent car and I get a bit of a thrill from owning a reliable car outright, which cost very little money in car terms.
• Dart charge penalty 6 Mar 2019 (Forum)
  We have incurred a dart charge fine from a enforcement agent called JBW, of nearly £1000 even though we have had an on going account paying automatically since the dart charge online has been in place and need some advice please. My partner was paying for both of our cars for years and due to her card expiry, we must hsve missed 4 crossing payments.
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  What is the law with children travelling in the back of classic cars without seat belts? 27 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Can you please tell me the law on children travelling in the backseats of a classic convertible without seat belts?
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  Which XK8 Convertible should I buy? 12 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm set on buying a Jaguar XK8 Convertible but am not sure whether to go for the aluminium one or the previous model?
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  Can thieves store the frequency of a keyless key to steal your car later? 15 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Even if you have a Faraday bag, can thieves detect the key frequency as you park-up? Then the thieves have the signal stored in their relay device, or...
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  Is it a good time to consider buying an EV? 17 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Is it a good time to consider buying an EV? Or should I wait to see if they can improve further the range?
• Mitsubishi Colt - Rear wheel locked - Mitsubishi Colt 2007 13 Nov 2018 (Forum)
  I've tried to rock the car back and forth,, forward and reverse to force it to move (which used to work before) but this time it feels really stuck.   It's an automatic car, with drum brakes. I've managed to take the wheel and it certainly looks like it could just be either rust, or the pads heated to the drum (due to my poor braking ability)   My father in law has had a go at tapping the drum with a hammer.
• Used Hyundai ix20 - dealer or franchise? 9 Sep 2018 (Forum)
    She is going to her local dealer tomorrow for a test drive to be sure it ticks all the boxes (high driving position, good boot space and capable of seating 4). She only does 5k miles a year so that means petrol.  She's also keen on an automatic which means it's the 1.6 engine or nothing. Because of the warranty I'm advising her to stick to Hyundai dealers only (so as to avoid any issues if she ever has to claim) but they don't have that many on offer across the whole of the UK up to her top spend of £9k.
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  What's the best way to give my paintwork a makeover? 4 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a Ford Mondeo on a 60 plate. I'd like to give the paintwork a bit of a makeover - it's not bad but needs freshening up a bit. What do...
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  Why is my 1994 E-Class revving every 15 second? 24 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My 1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 2.0 is revving every 15 second without any input from my right foot. What's the issue?
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  Not everyone has a garage or driveway, so how would they be able to charge up their electric car overnight? 9 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Many people do not have a garage or driveway, so how would they be able to charge up their electric car overnight? Not everyone is guaranteed to be able...
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  When is the best time to buy a new car? 8 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace my Mazda 6 diesel with a petrol. When is the best time to look for a new car? The new 18-reg is due out in March, so should I wait...
• Ford b max zetec navigator auto - 12 month old Finance car Total loss 7 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  Now I was asked to contact ford which I did but I contacted my dealer who said they don’t make ford b max in automatic anymore. Told insurance when they should’ve been contacted ford finance which I confirmed with ford finance.they are going down the total loss route regardless and not offering me a replacement car claiming it’s hit the 12 month mark anyway but I would say at the time of accident it wasn’t?
• Who knows - Advice on new car please 1 Feb 2018 (Forum)
  Hi there. I am hoping someone can help. I currently have an automatic Hyundai Tucson which I love and does the job, however, the fuel economy on it is ridiculous and I am only getting aroung 370miles to a full tank. I have changed my job and have to travel twice the distance I did before meaning that I can no longer afford to run it so I am looking to sell it and get something different.
• Any - New 3 door petrol-boot for wheelchair 11 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  In any event 3 door easier access. ..they never have rear seat passangers anyways *must be petrol or hybrid automatic. No interest in electric. Do lots short journey so don't want diesel. Also get disabilty rebate on fuel * must have boot big enough for wheelchair. But not a deep boot..and not too high off ground...ideally level loading area.