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Green line bus 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having just been sent a VED renewal reminder for my 2001 Renault Espace Expression 2.0, I have been thinking about a suitable replacement. With three small... -
The 7 Year Glitch 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just retired and would like to buy a new car that will last me at least 15 years in the price range £17,000 to £22,000 and wondered what your recommendations... -
D R hell 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Many drivers now use their headlights all day long, even in clear daylight, which is very distracting and therefore dangerous. Lights on in clear daylight... -
Does the sign on the car dash indicating a speed camera mean that the camera is active? 6 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
Does the sign on the car dash indicating a speed camera mean that the camera is active? -
What are our options for luxury petrol SUVs? 21 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I (76 years and 78 years old respectively) have bought new or nearly new demonstrators for the past 20 years, selling them when they reach... -
Has our Volvo XC60 got a battery fault? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo XC60 D5 (205) SE Lux Premium AWD Geartronic was purchased on 24 July 2010. At the beginning of August 2011 I couldn't drive for some eight weeks,... -
Why does the start/stop in my car not work consistently? 9 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a 2019 Volvo XC60 D4 with a low mileage - 20,000 miles approx. The auto start did not work at all for the first week and now it... -
What should I replace my Jaguar XF with? 25 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 14 year old Jaguar XF3.0D with 150,000 miles. It still runs well and is great on long journeys with heated leather seats etc. Over the... -
Is there a database of maintenance costs? 12 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is there any publication that informs us of the frequency and servicing costs for different makes and models . I ask as l have been quoted £700 for a small... -
We live in an area that often floods - what car do you recommend? 27 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
We live in a deeply rural area that often suffers from flooding. While we don't really need a 4X4 we would like a car that we have some confidence can... -
The factory that was building my ordered car has closed. Where do I stand with the dealer? 7 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I ordered a new Volvo XC40, which was due to be built on 4 April and delivered to the dealer around 16 April. The factory in Belgium were it is being built... -
Should I have the oil pipes changed to avoid the turbo becoming blocked? 7 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Volvo XC60 Twin Turbo, which has done 40,000 miles. Should I have the oil pipes changed at the next service? I know you're often saying they... -
What newer makes and models should my mum consider to replace her Mercedes-Benz A-Class with? 5 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
My mum is looking to replace the 2007 Mercedes-Benz A-Class that she's had for 7 years. She likes the higher up seating in her current car and is not interested... -
Can you recommend a family estate for under £15k? 1 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
We need to get a replacement for our 2006 Toyota Verso. We have a £15k budget and are looking for either an SUV or estate that will be cheap to tax, have... -
Need a used car for high mileage motorway driving 12 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a car for high mileage motorway use. Approx 30k miles a year. Preferably automatic. Considered BMW 3 or 5 series (including coupe), Merc... -
Smaller cars with decent legroom when the front seat is all the way back - what's out there? 24 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
What can we replace our Audi A1 with that will give the kids more rear legroom ? I'm 6'4" so I always have the front seat all the way back. Looked at... -
Can you recommend a big car with comfortable seats? 4 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a bad back so we need a car we step up into rather than bend down. She likes BMW seats and the back needs to accommodate a large dog, so it... -
Buying a new car - Volkswagen or Skoda? 19 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace 16-year-old, seven-seater Volvo estate. I want to buy something that will be comfortable on the motorway, but provide good fuel economy.... -
Which car do you recommend for towing a horsebox and carrying four children? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 petrol 2.4-litre Volvo XC90 with 60,000 on the clock. My dear wife recently put a tow bar on it to pull the recently-acquired two horses... -
Why aren't car software updates provided to independent workshops? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
James Foxall's article about servicing struck a chord with me. My Volvo S40 is now out of warranty and I plan to take it to my local independent for its...

