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  Lumbered 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to change from having a main vehicle as a 4WD. We live 700ft up in North Wales. Currently we have an Outlander 2.0 diesel. I am considering...
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  The Claim Game 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I write to express my disappointment regarding the 'Customer Care' provided by my recent insurers in the hope that it may prevent others from making the...
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  Used car Czech 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 55 plate Skoda Octavia in March 2009, 52,000 miles, with a three-month warranty. On 12th September 2009 the hydraulic pipe between the clutch...
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  Tugging a liberty 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am 71 years old and drive a 2003 Golf 100TDI PD that has done 34,000 miles and pulls a 1,000kg caravan very well at 30 mpg, but struggles a bit on the...
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  Wheel deal 22 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am a huge fan of the Toyotas. I run my own family firm and I have bought, over the years, 17 Hiaces (petrol and diesel), 4 Corollas, 4 Yaris, 5 Camrys,...
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  Do I have to provide proof of my identity and address when buying a car from a dealer? 29 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought and paid for a car from a car dealer who demanded I provide proof of my identity, my address and proof I had insurance before handing...
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  Are steering locks still effective? 15 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
  With the arrival of the cordless angle grinder have steering locks had their day? I recently saw a photo of the inside of a recovered stolen car and on...
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  Do Faraday pouches wear out? 17 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2020 Honda Jazz Hybrid, with keyless entry and ignition. When the car was new we bought two recommended Faraday pouches for the keys. I now find...
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  Does a 30mph limit still count at night if the street lights are switched off? 30 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Assuming the Highway Code still states that street lighting on roads indicates a 30 mph speed limit, my area turns the lighting off for part of the night...
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  What coupe should I buy? 24 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £15,000 to spend on a used three door coupe. There are a very few Infiniti Q60 models on AutoTrader which interest me - the 2.0 version. Any...
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  Should I use a fuel additive in my car? 9 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 Mercedes R230 SL500. Is there a recommended fuel additive to use to keep the system clean and running perfectly?
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  How much should a large stone chip cost to repair? 9 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have just been quoted £765 to fully repair a fairly large stone chip in the drivers door of my car. I have been told the whole door will need to be repainted...
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  I want to tax my car for six months - what's the easiest way? 27 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I want to tax my car for six months only from 1st April. Is it better to pay for 12 months and then claim a refund, or simply to tax it for 6 months, at...
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  Why am I not able to have a puncture repaired on my run flat tyre? 24 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Why am I not able to have a puncture repaired on my run flat tyre?
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  Can I make my reversing lights brighter? 9 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
  The reversing lights on our 2003 Mercedes C-Class and 2011 E-Class are not bright enough in unlit driveways or dark roads. Are there safe brighter upgrades?...
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  What small self-charging hybrid has low insurance? 30 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  At 88 years old I find that the insurance cost for my Dacia Jogger is prohibitive. I am prepared to downsize. Which small self charging car (petrol/electric)...
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  Can my Vauxhall Corsa tow a coffee trailer? 20 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Would my 2019 Vauxhall Corsa SRI VX-Line 1398cc be able to tow a coffee trailer weighing circa 850kg? If not what car would you recommend that cost around...
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  Are EV chargers checked for accuracy like fuel pumps? 18 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Petrol pumps are checked for accuracy. Who checks EV chargers and where is the accreditation?
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  I think my car was damaged at the dealership but they are refusing to accept responsibility - what can I do? 30 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have just picked my car up from main dealers and found the headlight cracked. have a photo that shows no damage before it went in but the garage denies...
• Do I need a 4x4 and if so PHEV, MHEV or diesel? 26 May 2024 (Forum)
  Most of the local farmers drive pick up trucks, I have had one before but am no longer lugging hay bales. I am looking to spend up to 25k, prefer an automatic due to a knee injury and happy to buy anywhere nationwide.  What cars would you recommend?