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Ford Fiesta or Kia Rio? 16 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am struggling to decide between a Ford Fiesta Ambiente 1.6 TDCi (minimal specs) and the Kia Rio 1.25 Petrol (Slightly higher spec - add. Trip computer,... -
Selling with a warning light at auction 8 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I plan to sell my car at an auction. It was bought new, however, it's always had issues which the dealer or an authorised garage were unable to find or... -
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... -
Will my running costs increase if I trade in my 1.6-litre Volvo C30 for a 2-litre version? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 2009 Volvo C30 Drive SE Sport 1.6-litre diesel on a three year plan with 9000 miles per annum, which finishes soon. I am considering... -
What is causing my Ford to 'whine'? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
On taking ownership of this car almost a year ago I noticed a soft whine that varied with engine speed. Not being used to twin clutch boxes I took it to... -
Why has Volkswagen acted so insensitively over a transmission failure in our Golf Estate? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just come across some emails concerning problems with DSG transmissions. We have a Volkswagen Golf Estate 2.0TDi DSG. It is just over three years... -
DPF and Turbo failure on my Focus 23 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
The engine failure light came on in my 2008 Focus 1.6 TDCI and i discovered it was the additive for the DPF filter, which needed to be topped up. But... -
When is a DPF fluid change due? 10 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Ford dealer tells me that I should have completely changed the DPF oil at the 37,500 service. My village garage - who did the service - says that AutoData... -
I want a new car which is easy to pull away in - what do you suggest? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am contemplating buying a new car as my last one had been extremely difficult for me to drive. It had a 1.2-litre engine but I could not grasp how to... -
Looking for cheap, economical car for distance commuting 30 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Having just been offered a new job I am researching the best car to commute in. I'll be travelling 120 miles a day, 5 days a week, mostly on motorways.... -
Insurance scam? 29 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Three weeks ago I met up with a friend for a round of golf at a very exclusive golf club in Surrey. I parked in their non-members car park without incident... -
Looking for a reliable used hatchback with a large boot - what do you suggest? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in our 70s. We have a 13-year-old Corolla with 120,000 miles on the clock. It has a magnificent boot that we can get two full sets of... -
Megane auto gearbox problems 23 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was driving on the motorway at about 70mph when there was a loud clunk, the car lost power down to below 50mph and revs increased. This has happenened... -
Why couldn't Nissan provide a replacement tyre for my X-Trail? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Having been unable to drive my 2011 Nissan X-Trail for some months and the 12 month service being due, Marshalls of Bury St Edmunds collected and returned... -
Excessive inside tyre wear on the 5 Series 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Had my 5 Series Touring around 12 months. Car has done less than average mileage. All tyres are as fitted from new and are Run Flats. What is disconcerting... -
Volkswagen Golf warning lights 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
The garage is currently at a loss - getting the engine unit checked but wondered if you had any suggestions. My VW Golf 1.9TDI has been fantastic but recently... -
Are diesels as economic as they used to be? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am due to replace my BMW 330 diesel coupe this year. I drive around 20,000 miles a year, mainly on motorways. With the gap in prices between petrol and... -
Should I continue to use my son's company Skoda or buy a secondhand car? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Through my son I have the use of his second company car on lease. It is a Skoda 1.8Ti SE, a brilliant car. I pay £180 a month and change the car every... -
Intermittent start problem with a 97 Astra 20 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
This one is driving me nuts. The car was running fine. It started fine and then suddenly it wouldn't turn over. We bump started it and it worked fine... -
Can't read the kph on my Sportage 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have had a Kia Sportage KX3 just under two months and really enjoy the vehicle - fuel consumption is between 36/40mpg with 2000 miles on the clock. ...
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