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  Underbonnet spies 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Speed limit signs should be safety advisory indicators. It is sensible to have speed limits to protect road workers and/or children, but not sensible to...
• Motoring myths 13 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  This is of course wrong; your licence would be endorsed regardless, and failure to pay a fine can lead to more serious trouble. 5. You can outrun a speed camera In theory, you could outrun a speed camera by driving at more than 172mph. However, few cars are capable of such speeds and anyone daft enough to try deserves to lose their licence. 6. You can't get in trouble for driving too slowly Not true. A number of people have been stopped and charged for driving too slowly.
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  Friend hates their new car - can they return it? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A friend of mine purchased a Fiat Punto 1.4 automatic from an independent garage three days ago. My friend has only recently passed her test and only has...
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  Understanding the insurance questions 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was born overseas but went to school (8-21) in the UK and passed my driving test in the UK 34 years ago. Since then I have worked in a number of countries...
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  Can you recommend an economical, safe lease car for use as a city commuter? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I presently lease a Nissan Micra Tekna through the NHS trust l work for. The trust will not be undertaking any further leasing agreements when mine runs...
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  Why does my distance to empty keep changing? 19 Jan 2026 (Ask HJ)
  I have an MG HS and since I purchased I have had a issue with the miles in tank reporting incorrectly. e.g. I can do a motorway journey with the car showing...
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  How does the Renault E-TECH electric mode work? 6 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Am buying a 2023 Captur e tech 145 and it seems just like my 21 Captur Auto except electric. Renault garage said that it automatically changes from petrol...
• Mazda CX-30 - Anything better than CX-30 in the same price rang? 29 Jun 2024 (Forum)
  Hi All, I'm looking for small SUV/Crossover with Automatic gearbox under £16 000, mainly city driving, short trips, up to 5000 miles a year. Would like to keep the car as long as possible (like 10 years or so). Requirements in order: 1. comfort, 2. reliability, 3.running cost, 4. car price Have been already seen and test drive Pegout 2008,  Vauxhall Mokka, Mazda CX-30.
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  How do I carry out a DPF regeneration on an automatic? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 8-speed automatic Ford Transit Connect. A NOX sensor recently failed and resulted in diesel finding its way into the oil because a regeneration...
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  Enjoyable hot hatch for an old man? 25 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Am I searching for the holy grail? As an older chap I am now looking for slower thrills - seeking an enjoyable drive with the following features: Small...
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  I'm moving from a normal automatic to a CVT gearbox - are they very different to drive? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  After nearly eight years of living with the 2015 Honda CRV automatic we are getting the new Jazz in March. I haven't driven a CVT model before, and wonder...
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  I'm looking for estate or medium SUV for long road trips, what should I buy? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I drive about 18,000 miles a year; two 3000 mile road trips each year and then the rest is a mix of around town and 50 miles on the motorway. I'm looking...
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  Why is my Land Rover Discovery 4 steering wheel wobbling when I brake? 15 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My Land Rover Discovery 4 steering wheel wobbles at braking from 70mph to 50mph. The dealer replaced the front lower arms bushes but the problem came...
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  Which small automatic car should I buy? 29 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a small, reliable car that is easy to get in and out of, easy to drive and park, with good visibility. I driver less than 1,000 miles...
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  What's the difference between D and B on my automatic gearbox? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Just wondering if you can answer a question I'm getting conflicting views on - even from different people at my Honda main dealer! My new Jazz Hybrid has...
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  I want to buy a soft-top convertible and liked the hard-top version I tested. Do I need to test drive the soft top? 16 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've test-driven a hard-top Mazda MX-5 and really liked it. The plan was to buy a soft-top but the dealer only had a hardtop to test drive. On the basis...
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  We're trying to reject a brand new car under the Consumer Rights Act. Do you think this will work? 23 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We recently collected a new Ford Fiesta from a Ford dealership. On the drive home, an engine warning light appeared on the dashboard with the message "low...
• Skoda Superb - Cancelling new car order. 12 Feb 2020 (Forum)
  I was told that the kangerooing issue had been solved by a software update last year. I then mentioned that I wasn’t happy about test driving the 2 litre when I asked to test drive the 1.5. He claimed that I did test drive one but I know the car and it was even still on the forecourt! Last week I went in to clarify an issue where’s I had been given the wrong monthly price.
• Volkswagen polo 1.4tdi 2007 - Weirdest complex problem (VW POLO) 10 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  I am forced to stop my car to the side of the road which is really dangerous especially driving on third gear or more.. When I turn ignition off I am able to drive without issues, back on the road and the abs and engine light disappeared after turning it off and on. Whats been done so far: Took it to a local garage they replaced the accelerator pedal which they said needed replacing as shown on their diagnostic tools and the fuel filter was changed just in case.
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  What's the best way for an American to arrange insurance in the UK? 19 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is visiting from the US, where she holds a full American driving licence. She holds a full UK licence, but the address is incorrect and she...