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Vauxhall Meriva or the Ford B Max? 26 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking to buy a small car, but can’t choose between the Ford B-Max or the Vauxhall Meriva. What is your view? My priorities are safety, economy, reliability... -
Can you recommend a small and economical used car? 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need a small used car with good fuel economy and easy access for three elderly passengers. I also want a decent sized boot for holiday luggage and simple... -
KIA Sorento blowing smoke on cold start up 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 KIA Sorento 2.5 CRDI blows smoke on every cold start up. The problem usually clears as the car gets going, but it never happens when the engine... -
Can I recover the plate from a long-scrapped car? 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My late father owned an Austin 7 Ruby, many years ago. I now know it has been scrapped, I would love to own the number plate for personal reasons, is there... -
Damage from loose chippings 28 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband drove onto a road where there were loose chippings, driving 10 miles an hour, and the chippings damaged my rear brakes - costing me £192. The... -
Stuttering Astra 2.0 Turbo 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
When reaching 3500 rpm the engine starts to stutter in my Astra 2.0 Turbo and it will not rev any further. What could be the problem? -
Petrol or diesel CLC? 5 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Considering Mercedes CLC '08/'10 180 Kompressor petrol auto. Daily drive is five miles, weekly some 30 mile trips, monthly an occasional 60+ miles.... -
Are the Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 identical? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
We need a cheap small secondhand runabout with low insurance, road tax and running costs and for teenagers to learn to drive in. The Aygo, C1 and 107 are... -
Is a 17-year-old Renault Clio's automatic gearbox going to be unreliable? 25 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 1993 (L-reg) 87,500-mile Renault Clio 1.4 automatic for my son to learn to drive in. It looks to be in excellent condition but... -
Why won't my Vauxhall Vectra start? 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 2-litre DTI. I cannot start the engine. I tried with jump leads, and failed. Then I towed it with another car, and after... -
Should I use third gear to control my speed in a 30mph limit zone? 6 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I sat in a 'speed awareness course' yesterday for three hours. They told me that sticking to third gear would help speed control in a 30mph area. They... -
Should the UK introduce 25mph limits? 14 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
Regarding the debate about blanket 20mph zones. It's absolutely fair enough near schools but am I the only one who thinks a blanket 20mph seems overly... -
How many types of hybrid cars are there and what do they mean? 1 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a new or nearly new car (not older than 2019) but do not want a fully electric car as I do not have the facility to charge it at home.... -
Proboematic Jaguar S-Type 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Jaguar S-Type on an internet auction site from a trader with no reserve. The car looked good in the pictures, but only had a few months... -
How can I defend myself against a fine levied for falling asleep as a paying customer in a McDonalds car park? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise me upon a suitable course of action with a penalty notice I have incurred due to outstaying my welcome in a McDonalds car park? On 15... -
I've been sent an NIP for speeding but the speed limit sign was obscured - can I appeal? 18 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution - I was travelling at 35mph in a 30 limit, this in a rural area without street lighting. The 30mph repeater... -
What are your views on using online retailers? 22 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
What are your views on using online retailers? They seem particularly attractive during this lockdown period? -
Am I owed a refund after repeated issues with my new car? 3 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I picked up a 2019 Audi A4 Avant in January this year. On day one, an oil light flashed up. I took it back to the dealer, got the oil topped up, they were... -
Why won't my SLK unlock? 12 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
My Mercedes SLK 250 won't unlock. Last Sunday it sat on my drive during very heavy rain and hasn't let anyone in since. The key raises the button but the... -
I'm faced with a huge bill for turbo issues with my diesel car - should it be repaired under warranty? 10 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2015 Vauxhall Insignia. I’ve only had the car just over a year, but a couple of weeks ago it broke down with white smoke belting out the back...
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