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Can I reject my car over its missing service history? 5 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used Renault Clio from a dealer six weeks ago and found out when I got home that I didn't have any service history. The salesperson has told... -
Why will no one insure my son to drive my S-MAX? 30 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I was able to get temporary insurance cover for my son to drive my car, a Ford S-MAX, when he was a learner. However, now he has passed his test, no one... -
Comparing emissions: Old A5 vs new Q5 25 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I've just received my new V5C document for my new 2014 Audi Q5 and I was comparing it to my Audi A5 with the same engine size, albeit from a 2009 vintage.... -
Why won't Ford contribute more than 20 per cent to a DMF repair on my S-Max? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford S-Max 1.8 TDCi from Ford Direct. I have done 80,000 miles in the car and the dual mass flywheel has failed. It is just out of the Ford... -
My 2006 Peugeot 107's power steering unit failed at 21,000 miles - do you think Peugeot should contribute to repairs? 9 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 107 has done 21,000 miles in 3.5 years. The power steering unit failed recently and was replaced by a Peugeot-approved garage. The bill was... -
Why does one of my new tyres have red and yellow stripes around it? 22 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
I recently had four new Goodyear all-season tyres fitted and one has red and yellow stripes round the tyre but the others are not marked. Should I be concerned? -
Should I use the recirculation button when running my air conditioning in the summer? 3 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is it true that you should have your recirculation button on all the time in summer when you are running the air conditioning? -
Do electric cars have an emergency manual charge flap release? 11 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
Do any electric cars have an emergency (manual) charge flap release? -
What are the EV charging facilities like in France? 15 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a plug-in hybrid before the end of the year. My concern is that I am planning a driving holiday in France next year, is there sufficient... -
What has happened to nearly new car values? 3 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
What has happened to nearly new car values? Six months ago they were very high and with the semi-conductor chip shortage and the problems in Ukraine/Russia... -
Audi Q5 - does the water pump need to be replaced at the same time as the cam belt? 8 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2017 Audi Q5 2.0 diesel. As it has an electric water pump, does this need to be replaced when the cam belt is renewed? -
Audi Q5 boot will not stay open - what's wrong with it? 8 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Audi Q5 and the automatic boot lid will not stay open. Instead, when I press the open button, it starts to close again as soon as it has... -
Is 58,000 miles on a ten-year-old car excessive? 11 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
Is 58,000 miles on a 2010 Volkswagen Golf diesel excessive? Should I leave it well alone? -
I'm considering a Lancia Appia. Are parts available for these classics? 8 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at classic Italian autos. Currently living in Italy so I have some access. I like the Lancia Appia models from the late '50s to early '60s.... -
Why is the Vauxhall Crossland X rated worse than the Peugeot 2008? 31 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
If these two cars are essentially the same and built on the same line at the factory, why does the Crossland have a poor handling report while the 2008... -
What might cause underfoot vibrations while driving? 28 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 3.0-litre diesel Audi Q5 and have noticed a strong vibration under my feet starting at 60mph. It stays, and arguably gets worse, the faster... -
Should I change my MINI Clubman for a Volkswagen Polo? 25 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 MINI Cooper S Clubman and I'm thinking of changing it. Any suggestions? I don’t want to end up regretting changing. I'm thinking of a Volkswagen... -
What's the best used, premium SUV? 31 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm after a used, premium SUV. It needs to be automatic, of decent spec and petrol. I have £20,000 - £25,000 to spend and am looking at the Jaguar E-Pace,... -
What engine oil should I use in my Audi? 24 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
What engine oil should I use in my 2012 Audi Q5 3.0 TDI? -
How can I increase the height of my seat to improve visibility? 17 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
The driver’s seat is very low on my Jaguar S-Type. I am only 5’4” and can hardly see over the bonnet. Any suggestions?

