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My Toyota Yaris hybrid battery goes flat, does this affect other hybrids? 14 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
The battery on our Yaris hybrid tends to go to near flat if left for more than two - three days. I understand that this a common hybrid problem due to... -
Is a 10 year old Mazda MX-5 a good buy? 1 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
My local BMW dealer has a 2014 Mazda MX-5 1.8i SE manual for sale at £7990. Mileage is 60,000. It comes with 12 month warranty. Do you think this is a... -
Do rear dashcams interfere with DAB signal? 21 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have just swapped cars from a BMW 1 series to a 5 series 2022 year model. My 1 series had the Nextbase 622 with front and a rear window camera. Nextbase... -
Are the BMW diesel engines in P38 Range Rovers reliable? 16 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
With the weather becoming more unpredictable and winter soon upon us I've been looking at a 1999 P38 DT 2.5 DSE with the BMW engine. 1. Are there any... -
Should I replace the cambelt on a low mileage Ford Focus or sell it? 25 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife's late 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 Titanium has just 31k on the clock. It has a full service history but has not had the cambelt (and the associated pumps... -
What's the difference between Michelin Cross Climate+ and Cross Climate 2? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
My 2017 VW Golf GTE has 225/40-18 tyres which will soon need replacing. The Michelin Cross Climates are attractive and often recommended by you. However,... -
What tyres would you recommend for my Toyota GT86? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a used Toyota GT86, can you tell me what the correct type and size tyre that should be fitted? Low road noise is important to me, so what brand... -
What are the pros and cons of electric vs plug-in hybrid? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to replace our four year old Skoda Karoq in the next year. Our preference is for a similar sized SUV. Can you advise us on the pros and... -
Do I have to use a detachable towbar on my Mercedes-Benz B-Class 200 AMG Line? 30 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Mercedes-Benz B-Class 200 AMG Line and want to put a towbar on it. All the websites of fitters say that after the electrics are put... -
I've been driving fewer miles, should my car still have an annual service? 14 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 65 plate Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI. Due to Covid it hasn't done as many miles as usual. It had its MoT in October 2021 which it passed without issue.... -
What's the best auto SUV for under £30,000? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am considering changing my 2019 Ford Focus auto (with the dial selector) for a new Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI DSG. I am very disappointed with the Ford auto... -
Can you recommend a car for a growing family in London? 1 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
We're trying to decide on potential used cars, budget is up to £7000 (cash), for 2 adults and, at present one infant (may well be 2 within 12 months!)... -
I want to buy an old Jaguar XJ6 or XJ8 - what do you think? 18 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying either a 2007 Jaguar XJ6 with 160,000 miles or a 1998 XJ8 with 98,000 miles whilst I'm in Switzerland for 2-3 years. I'll cover... -
What future classic should I buy for £2500? 3 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have £2500 to spend on my first future classic car and was wondering if you could help? I'm torn between a number of candidates e.g Toyota MR2 MK3, MG... -
What's the best position for my dash cam? 23 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2018 Jeep Compass and wish to use a Nextbase 312GW dash cam. Can you advise the best position for it and how best to wire it? I do not wish to... -
We bought a Euro5 van in 2016 - should it have been Euro6? 15 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter from a Mercedes dealer in April 2016. It has a Euro5 engine so is liable to the ULEZ charge. I believe I have been... -
I plan on storing my car for six months of the year - what can I do to avoid any problems? 3 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am intending to keep my 2005 Toyota Celica in storage. Occasionally using it every summer which means six months+ without use from time to time. What... -
Can I test drive a privately sold car on my own insurance cover? 19 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
An article in the newspaper says that drivers are unaware of insurance exclusions relating to driving a partner's car, a test drive or any situation when... -
I'm putting a modern Toyota engine in a classic 1949 AC - what will the tax be? 18 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm restoring a 1949 AC 2 litre saloon but expect to fit a 1990's Toyota 2.0 litre engine. What is likely to be the tax on this? -
What are the best cheap 4x4 pick-ups? 21 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I need to spend some time over a few months clearing a house on occasional visits. Skip hire is ridiculously expensive so I am thinking of buying an oldish...

