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Buying a used SUV - petrol or diesel? 27 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace my Volkswagen Golf GTI Estate, which I really enjoy driving. I am thinking of a used Nissan Qashqai or a Hyundai ix35 but seem only... -
Are engines becoming more efficient or not? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Hyundai i10 1.2 for my wife. It is an excellent car but only returns 42mpg compared to the stated 61mpg, less than my old Triumph Spitfire... -
Should I swap my BMW 3-Series 1.8 for an Audi S3? 15 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a BMW 3-Series 1.8 F30 M Sport diesel which is great on fuel but I fancy an Audi S3 instead. What should I do? -
Should I buy a Lexus RX 400H with a high mileage? 14 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
Should I be worried about buying a 8-9 year old Lexus RX400H with 130,000 miles on the clock? -
Which version of Toyota RAV-4 to buy? 10 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a used Toyota RAV-4 no more than four years old, which must be automatic. I cannot work out which engine size and fuel would be... -
Do I have any recourse with the dealer or AA as our Fiesta needs a new injector? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We recently purchased a Ford Fiesta 1.4 diesel and had an AA check done on it. We now find that it needs a new fuel injector and two new alloy wheels,... -
I've put petrol into my diesel S-MAX - what should I do? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I accidentally put 6.3 litres of petrol into my diesel Ford S-MAX. The car has since been towed home. Should I fill it up with diesel to dilute the petrol,... -
What are the drawbacks with DPFs? 1 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
What are the drawbacks with particulate filters? -
What company car would you recommend that's similar to the Toyota Auris? 9 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
What company car would you recommend that's similar to the Toyota Auris? -
Need a nearly new car with lots of boot space for £16k 16 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a nearly new car; ideally an SUV, which I intend to keep for 10 years. My current car is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat diesel. I need plenty... -
What do you think of the Fiat 500 and should I go for a petrol or diesel model? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my car from a Citroen C2 to a Fiat 500. I'm interested in economy and will probably keep this car for at least 10 years. I have... -
Choice of new car 2 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am about to retire having had company vehicles all of my working life. I am budgeting about £15,000 and am tempted towards a new or nearly new car with... -
Storm in a petrol tank 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
I filled up with 42 litres of Shell V-Power last Wednesday afternoon. The car initially continued to run well but by Thursday evening, after about 45 miles,... -
Vauxhall Meriva rattling noise from engine 9 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Vauxhall Meriva 1.3 diesel. When driving I get a serious rattling sound from the engine. It is a tinney sound like loose tappets or timing... -
Are the new London buses with electric motors as green as they claim to be? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Although you don't cover buses, I thought you may have some thoughts about the new double-decker London bus featured on a recent ‘Top Gear’ programme.... -
Looking for a replacement for my Peugeot 406 Coupe 30 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car to replace my 2002 Peugeot 406 Coupe diesel. I love the car for its looks and fuel economy, with a smooth rude and 50+mpg. I also... -
Money saving on motorway miles 10 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I live in Coventry and my partner lives in Reading. We do 1000 plus miles each month on the M40. Our three current vehicles are: a 1987 V8 Landrover station... -
I need to replace my Hyundai Terracan with something cheaper to run - would a Skoda Scout be suitable? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Hyundai Terracan 2.9CRDT manual. It has 118,000 miles on the clock, I'm lucky if it is worth £4000. The Terracan does 22-24mpg and I need something... -
Do you think electric cars are putting buyers off internal combustion engine cars? 7 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
Do you think that Elon Musk's recent announcement that electric vehicles will soon be as cheap as internal combustion driven cars has destroyed the market... -
What's the best choice for my next diesel lease car? 9 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a choice of Audi, BMW, Volkswagen, Volvo and Mercedes models from my work lease list. I'm looking for maximum space and boot space, minimum fuel...

