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  Carbonic irrigation 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a new Focus 1.8 petrol in April 2009. There is an intermittent fault sometimes on starting and sometimes when pulling away from rest. The engine...
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  Saving pence, spending pounds 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife took her 2002 RAV-4 for a service, which was uneventful. However, a few days later the engine management light came on, so back it went. The service...
• Towing - common fail D or petrol v costs 19 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  OK, I know the obvious answer is a Diesel, but how many of us can afford to keep on buying new and ensure we get rid of the thing before the warranty expires,...
• Chevrolet Lacetti 1.4 SE - Engine Management Light 26 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  It has a tendency to come on after I have filled up with petrol.I use Shell unleaded but on the dealers advice I am trying Shell V Power with some Redex in the tank as well.The light is still coming on and off at random.During this time I have noticed no lack of performance,sluggishnes etc.My warranty expires in March 2012 so I would be grateful if somebody could come up with a solution to my problem.Hers hoping   iceman55 ,            
• Ferrari F458 Italia - Ferrari 458 italia modified so 0-60 is 3 seconds. 14 Sep 2010 (Forum)
    It's faster, cheaper, and in my honest opinion, it looks nicer too.   Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpuRN0m3w1g
• Honda Legend...is it a good buy? 19 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  What are the problems this car might encounter? Based on HJ's advice about young but higher mileage, is this too many miles. '1999 V Reg HONDA Legend 3.5 V6 4 Doors, Automatic, Saloon, Petrol, 98,000 miles, Metallic green with full beige leather trim, 2 Owners. ABS, Adjustable steering column/wheel, Air conditioning, Alloy wheels, Climate control, Computer, Cruise control, Driver airbag, Electric mirrors, Electric windows, Electric sunroof, Foglights, Electrically adjustable seats, Heated seats, Immobiliser, Passenger airbag, Power assisted steering, Remote locking, Side airbags, Radio/CD Multichanger, Full service history.Insurance Group:17, £5,490.'
• Some advice please 17 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  As per the thread below, my dad has a Proton Impian from new in 2002 - http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?t=21225&m=213458&v=e Just a recent update and we who like some advice please. On Monday my mother was using the Proton, and whist driving it, the car cut out on her (The same fault or similar problem as the pug's 207s) the total loss of engine power - so no brakes, etc...
• 306 xsi 99 erratic revving 13 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I bought a 306 xsi on a v plate and from the day I left the garage I've been getting problems with it. When running normal it loses power and "kangaroos" as though it is running out of fuel.It also idles erraticaly and has stalled a few times.
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  Can MHEVs travel just on EV power? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have a data table of the range any hybrids can drive by electric power? Some are called mild hybrids have small range. I am interested in Jazz hybrid...
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  Winter wheels and tyres for my new Boxster 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'll shortly be taking delivery of a new Porsche Boxster, just as it's time to start thinking about winter tyres (which I've never had before). I can...
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  Dervliverance 31 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My husband and I are taking delivery of a new BMW 520d SE auto in January. We've never run a diesel before and are absolutely thrilled at the prospect...
• Volkswagen Golf V (2004 - 2008) - Dealer purchased - hidden crash damage. 17 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  I bought a used 2005 VW Golf TDI on 20th Oct from an independent dealer. The car did not have any service history, and hence was priced well. The car was...
• All - DPF regen and low EGTs 2 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  A hotter intake temperature will increase the temperatures throughout the engine cycle-including the exhaust-which will make the task of regenerating the DPF much easier. Of course, there is no free lunch. Hot air is less dense than cold air-so the available power will be reduced. However, if DPF regen is a problem, you are not using very much power. The other problem is increased NOx emissions (which is why the technique is not employed by OEMs.) However the MOT emission test is very lax and does not measure NOx emissions at all...
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  Why are hydrogen cars not available? 19 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I really don't like the idea of buying an electric powered car. I have seen articles from some quite major companies who have made a hydrogen engine. Why...
• Fuels and their money - advice from HJ 19 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  All new cars are optimised and calibrated for the ECDC economy and CO2 lab tests on the highest grade fuels available, which are usually Shell V-Power Nitro Plus petrol and diesel. Consequently, if you use an inferior fuel, the performance of the engine and its fuel economy and emissions will be inferior   Is HJ correct?
• Rode a Deauville today - rambling post alert 21 May 2009 (Forum)
  So, after a quick call to my insurers and a lift back to the pool, I found myself astride the Luke's Deauville. Although similar in concept and power to my own 650 V-Strom, it was different in nearly every other possible way. A noisier and much more agricultural engine with vibes to be felt all the time. Mild panic at seeing the ABS light on until I got to 10ish mph.
• Apollo Saturn V Rocket - The Apollo Moon Missions Were Faked in a Studio 15 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  v=4AQQHTjeMkA" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AQQHTjeMkA  

  Buying a new car - what would you recommend? 27 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new car. The car I need has to have quite specific requirements (not least because I have significant back problems). I intend buying...
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  Kuga rant 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  12 months ago I purchased a 12-month old Ford Kuga 2.0TDCI 163 SUV. This was a replacement for a LandRover Discovery Td5 auto and in general I am very...
• Need help in deciding a Crossover vehicle 15 Feb 2016 (Forum)
  Mazda CX5 (2.2 Diesel with 148 BHP) 2. Audi Q3 (2.0 Diesel with 148BHP) 3. Hyundai ix35 (1.7 engine might be under powered for my daily driving) 4. Kia Sportage (1.7 engine might be under powered for my daily driving) 5. Nissan Qashqai / Renault Kadjar (1.5 engine might be under powered for my daily driving and the rear passenger space is very crammed) In general I like Symmetrical vehicles so I'm not considering vehicles like Ford Kuga, Skoda Yeti, Citroen C4 Cactus, Honda CR-V, BMW X1 which are a bit odd shaped.