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Will an electric car be able to tow a caravan? 8 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
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Which used car do you recommend for family life and towing a boat? 8 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a Volkswagen Caravelle as a day-camper and all-round family lugger ,and a MINI. My wife has a new job and will have to visit rural sites in the... -
Will a manufacturer-fitted tow bar count as a modification? 29 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have just ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross for expected delivery early next year. We have ordered a factory fit tow bar/tow ball kit in order to carry... -
Land Rover Discovery engine failure - who is liable for the repair costs? 14 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
Our daughter purchased a 3.5-year-old Land Rover Discovery with 40,000 miles on the clock six months ago, for which she paid £45,000. The car broke down... -
Why is my Ford Mondeo juddering? 22 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Ford Mondeo 2.0 diesel Powershift experiences gearbox judder when cold. I have owned the car for six months and it has covered 68,000 miles. I... -
Is the SsangYong Rexton a reliable tow car? 20 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
is the SsamYong rexton a reliable towcar -
What are the best tyres for my Mercedes-Benz ML-Class? 10 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm hoping you can offer some advice. My car needs new tyres to pass its MoT. I'm currently using Pirelli P Zeros. I do a lot of towing (up to max allowed... -
Why won't my Ford Focus retractable tow bar lock in place? 8 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
Why does my tow bar not lock into place? A buzzer sounds constantly, too., -
What's the best electric car for towing a caravan? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2009 Ford Focus, which is used mostly for short trips. We also have a 2008 Freelander 2 mostly used for longer trips and for towing our caravan... -
What's the best electric or PHEV for towing? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Mitsubishi Shogun, I would like to replace it with an all-electric or hybrid SUV but I have been told that I won't be able to pull... -
What are the best electric cars for towing? 1 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to replace my Land Rover Freelander 2 with a pure electric car. The car must have a towbar. I can't find any current pure electric models... -
Can I put a rear-mounted bike rack on a car with a spoiler? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for a bike rack that will fit a Mk5 Ford Fiesta. All that I’ve found so far will supposedly not work due to the rear spoiler. -
If I declare a hard wired dash camera in my car, will my insurance premium increase? 23 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
You mentioned that, for insurance purposes, fitting a hard wired dashcam could count as a vehicle modification. If unannounced, it could then invalidate... -
Could you recommend a plug-in hybrid that can tow a small trailer? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I tow a small trailer, which I use to transport horse muck, firewood, pallets etc with my 2011 Mini Countryman diesel. I was looking to replace it with... -
What's the best cheap car for towing a caravan? 5 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
What's the best sub £4500 car for towing a caravan with special reference to reliability? I've been told 4x4's are the way to go from friends who tow... -
Can you recommend a hybrid estate that'll be suitable for dogs and towing? 12 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace my Mistubishi Outlander PHEV. I need an estate car with hybrid/plug-in, large boot (I've got dogs) and, ideally, occasional 4WD.... -
Any suggestions on a new pick-up truck? 21 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
The lease on my daughter’s Peugeot Partner van ends in two months time. She is thinking of changing to a pick-up, probably with 4-wheel-drive and able... -
Will an aftermarket towbar void my warranty? 20 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to get an aftermarket tow bar on my car. One of the companies is offering 'standard wiring' or 'vehicle specific' for £150 extra. Is it necessary?... -
Is it a bad idea to buy a new diesel car? 15 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I need a 4x4 to tow 3.5 tonnes. I'm looking to buy a new Land Rover Defender 90, which is diesel. With current emission targets, would it be a really bad... -
I need a reliable, sub-£10k vehicle to tow a horsebox. What do you advise? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a good tow car under £10,000 to tow a horsebox with minimum braked towing weight of 3000kg. Running cost and reliability are most important.