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Should a driver inform the DVLA if they are diagnosed with glaucoma? 13 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
The Highway Code states: “You must report to the DVLA any health condition likely to affect your driving.” If an individual is diagnosed to have glaucoma... -
We need a small car with a high driving position - what do you suggest? 20 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
My sister is in her late 60s and drives a 2004 Toyota RAV4 which she finds too large with a heavy clutch. She previously had a Peugeot 206 SW which she... -
Should I buy a petrol or a diesel? 11 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am soon to order a new car and am debating whether to have diesel or petrol. My driving pattern is changing as I am spending time between Italy and... -
What electric or hybrid car should I buy for £10,000? 30 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I don't have a car and need to buy one. I would like an electric or hybrid car, an automatic, it has to have easy access because I have a bad back. I will... -
My son has a Canadian driving licence - can he be insured on our UK car? 9 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
My son, aged 39, has had a full UK driving licence since he was 17. He is a named driver on my wife's car as he travels extensively with work and is only... -
Are driving instructors insured for any damage caused by the people they're teaching? 20 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 17 year old son hit a kerb during his driving lesson and the instructor is saying we must pay £70 for a new tyre. He has also mentioned losing booked... -
My classic car has an expired MoT - can I drive it without another MoT as soon as it becomes MoT exempt? 11 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1969 MGB. The car is taxed until 1 April 2019 and insured until 9 June 2018. The previous MoT ran out on 2 April 2018. Will it be legal to drive... -
Why can't I get a test drive in a new Skoda Superb 1.4 Tsi DSG? 17 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Despite writing to Marketing Director Skoda UK (no reply), and Managing Director VW UK, although staff spoken to were helpful, the best offer was for me... -
Choosing new alloys and either winter or all-season tyres? 24 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2015 2WD Nissan X-Trail n-Tec on 19 inch rims. I will be driving round the UK and want to improve winter driving safety. Would a winter package... -
Heavy steering on a Honda Jazz 1 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have the option to buy a Honda Jazz (2002-2008) 1.4 CVT-7 and have had a 40 minute test drive but by the end of it, my arms felt like I had been lifting... -
How can we address sharp drive-off on our Ford Fusion automatic? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
In November 2012 my wife and I purchased a 1.6 Petrol Zetec Ford Fusion automatic, registered September 2010 with a recorded mileage of 4400, which has... -
UK car - European long term driving 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a UK registered vehicle that we wish to take regularly to Spain, France & Portugal. Is there an insurance company that will cover more than... -
Are there any SUVs which offer good comfort for a back pain sufferer? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I suffer with back problems and drive a Vauxhall Agila, which is fine, as was my brother’s Zafira. However, he now drives a Skoda Yeti in which I am often... -
I'm buying a new Hyundai i10 automatic when they are finally in stock - should I drive with two feet or one? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am ordering the new Hyundai i10 1.2 Active automatic as you suggested. It seems there will be none available (at least in black or silver) before some... -
Why aren't drivers taught how to drive properly on motorways? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
The reason the public have problems driving on motorways, and which lane to use, is because motorway driving is never taught. Whatever lane a motorist... -
Advanced and be counted 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
As promised, my experience with the IAM Drive Check 55 you recommended me to take. I received a letter within a couple of days of booking, selected a local... -
Dipsfunctional 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Much of my long distance driving is on the Continent necessitates fixing stick-on labels so that the lights conform. Can you tell me if any car model has... -
Curate’s egg cover 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
We too were astounded by the £1,700 minimum quotes for learner and/or new drivers. We finally got L driver insurance for 6 weeks, after an initial 4 weeks... -
Towing Regulations, and Driving Licence Entitlements 11 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I passed my driving test way back in 1964 and therefore can tow a Maximum Gross Train Weight (MGTW) of up to 8250kg. However, drivers who passed their... -
What should I replace my Jaguar X-Type with? 30 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have been driving a Jaguar X-Type Estate 2.0-litre diesel for the last 16 years. Mileage was 33,000 when I bought it and is now 180,000. It is great...
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