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Should I order a new car now or wait for stock? 4 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I would like to purchase the BMW i4 M50. I understand that delivery could be in June 2022 if I order one now but am concerned that this could take longer... -
How can I find a car's build date? 13 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am going to see a new Audi A6 which at the moment is being stored at the garage with its wrappers on. The salesperson says it has only been in storage... -
Will my car insurance policy cover me to driver my son's sports car? 14 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
My son is moving back to London from Scotland. During the move my son is borrowing our huge estate car to transport his stuff, leaving us with his snazzy... -
There's potentially water in my car's fuel tank. What should I do? 29 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I left the fuel cap off my petrol Kia. I didn't find this out for 3 weeks whilst on holiday. Rain probably got into the fuel tank. What should I do? -
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... -
My car tyres have been flagged as perished by an MOT. Shouldn't they last much longer than 3 years? 11 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
A recent MOT stated all four tyres are advisory items as they've perished, yet my 2018 car has only 15,900 miles on the clock and just does two or three... -
We aren't using our diesel car enough during lockdown. Can we do anything to prolong the time before problems start? 13 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a BMW X3 diesel, which we have had for five years. It's a 2012 model with 65,000 miles on the clock. Understandably, we have only done 3000 miles... -
Will a car that's been sat around for a while have mechanical issues to be wary of? 25 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've been considering a vehicle on sale for some time (over 6 months). It's a 5-year-old Audi Q3 petrol auto, fully fitted with all extras with average... -
Do I need N-rated tyres for my Porsche? 22 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Porsche Macan. At a recent MOT, I got an advisory on a rear tyre for some damage (probably caused by a speed bump) - which will need replacing.... -
Not yet sure - New Purchase 10 Mar 2021 (Forum)
Hi everyone, Just looking for a bit of advice. Looking to upgrade my current car, currently driving an Automatic Juke Nismo RS and in need of something bigger due to my family growing. I want to have something that is shifty, but also reliable and relatively decent on fuel as my Nismo RS does about 33MPG on a good day! -
Why is the road tax on my 2005 car so high? 5 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I want to know why my 2005 Honda Accord has such expensive car tax. Some people pay nothing or very little and I pay a fortune. -
How do I get rid of minor scratches on my car? 22 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a black car and find that minor scratches, which used to be polished out (on oil-based paint) or T-cut could be used, no longer works. I am nervous... -
Is buying a low mileage electric car as risky as buying a low mileage diesel? 9 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've seen a 2017 BMW i3 range extender at a main dealer with only 4363 miles on the clock. It didn't have its first service til June 2020 with 3136 miles... -
Peugeot 308 CC - Faulty engine control system 17 Aug 2020 (Forum)
I have a 2015 Peugeot 308 1.2 PureTech e-THP Allure Hatchback Semi Automatic.(25401 miles on clock). Car had oil leak last Aug 2019 and has been driving well since. On Tues was going to work and after driving only 5 mins the engine warning sign came up to together with Service sign. -
Why won't the dealer spec both a sunroof and spare wheel on the same car? 3 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. It had to be ordered as I spec'd a spare wheel. When I collected the car, there was no spare wheel but the rubber injection... -
Do I have to use my aircon all year round to keep it working properly? 8 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
You recently said: "All modern car ventilation systems are designed to be used with the air condition system switched on permanently. Switching it off... -
How should I store tyres? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I usually store my winter tyres upright in my shed covered in a cloth. Is this the right way to store them? -
How long will petrol last when it's sat in a car? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise on the shelf life of petrol? I refuelled my Volvo XC60 with Shell 99 RON one month ago and I've not used the car to go more than a few... -
Volkswagen Golf - '11 Golf MkVI DSG Petrol CAXA - timing chain/cam? 22 Jan 2020 (Forum)
I'm buying a 2011 Golf Mk VI DSG Automatic Petrol CAXA engine with about 55K miles on the clock. Serviced regularly at an independent garage every year since 2013 at approx 7K intervals. Last service at 52K in 2019. Drives smoothly though I've only done a mile or two in a test drive. -
Ford Focus Estate - Ford Focus 13 Reg - Powershift / Clutch Issues 17 Sep 2019 (Forum)
I bought a Ford Focus 13 plate automatic in September 2016 from a Ford dealership with full Ford service history. I took our a service plan with the dealership. Less than 2 weeks after purchase the car nearly stalled and bounced / juddered coming off a motorway.

