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We only do trips of 10 miles at a time - should we avoid buying a diesel car? 10 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
Our 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is tired and we fancy a Mercedes-Benz ML-Class 3.0. We're wary of diesels because we only do trips of about 10 miles. Should... -
Should we use a diesel additive? 16 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I bought VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 2015 but we do not do a lot of miles as we used to. We hardly do 2000 miles a year and mainly short journeys. We are aware of... -
Is it worth buying a new non-hybrid car? 27 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is it worth buy a new non hybrid car? With hybrids being more fuel efficient and the government banning new car sales in the near future? -
Why is there black smoke coming from my diesel? 21 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Mercedes A-Class diesel and I have replaced the glow plugs but it is still puffing out black smoke. What could be the cause? -
Our Audi A4 is developing a DPF fault - how can I repair it? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
My partner drives a 2006 Audi A4 2.0-litre diesel and the DPF light is now appearing on every weekend. The light very rarely appeared on whilst it was... -
Affect of diesel additives on DPF 11 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my second hand Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi 170 in December 2009. Have had no problems with the DPF until last week. DPF totally clogged -... -
Under suspension 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was considering buying a 2.0 litre petrol Qashqai and then someone suggested the 1.5 diesel as it was more frugal on both fuel and road tax. I was a... -
Cab runneth over 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
Having sold my previous car, a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, I'm now looking for a replacement with an automatic gearbox and would be grateful if you could advise.... -
P0087 & P0088 fault codes - what do they mean? 21 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Ford S-MAX (2008 model) 2.2 diesel. Recently it has displayed some fault codes. P0087 and P0088 both coming on at the same time. The car drives... -
What are the service intervals for a Rover 75 diesel? 13 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2001 Rover 75 diesel. What are the service intervals? -
Should I go for the expensive electric plug in/petrol version or the diesel version of the BMW X5? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a BMW X5. What's the difference between an automatic gearbox and a sport automatic transmission? Also, if money wasn't a factor, would... -
How do I keep my new i40 healthy? 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I take delivery of a Hyundai i40 diesel in March and have read your posts about Particulate Filters with interest. 4 My mileage has fallen dramatically... -
Is it credible that the new Mercedes-Benz CKS 350 petrol returns 40mpg? 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I was surprised by the fuel consumption claim of 40mpg combined for the new Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 petrol model. I think the old model 320CDI was 36mpg... -
Emissions software has increases the fuel consumption on my Audi A1 - what can I do? 28 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi A1 Sportback, bought new in 2012. Current miles on clock just under 33,500. Last month it went in for the emissions software installation... -
Corsa 1.3 CDTi with intermittent starting fault 30 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a 2004 Vauxhall Corsa 1.3 CDTi five weeks ago from used car dealer. From the moment I got the car, it has had intermittent starting problems.... -
Volkswagen emission recall problem - this is my experience... 14 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Following the report from your reader in your latest e-mail, you may be interested in my recent experience with my Tiguan diesel (2013 model) It recently... -
All consuming anger 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read that one of your readers was getting 62.9mpg from his 2002/52 Ford Fiesta diesel. We exchanged our 2002 Fiesta 1.4 diesel for... -
Can tankerus 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Recently (and I have the receipt to prove it) I filled my Vectra CDTi with V-Power Diesel (from just on the red to a full tank). The car subsequently started... -
Paths crossed 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
The fuel consumption of my February 2008 Nissan Pathfinder Aventura diesel has been carefully monitored driving on country roads at an average of 50mph... -
Best spacious used car? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for spacious, reliable used car with either fold down seats or a large boot. I do a lot of town driving with occasional long runs. I am looking...
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