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Should I buy a petrol or a diesel? 11 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am soon to order a new car and am debating whether to have diesel or petrol. My driving pattern is changing as I am spending time between Italy and... -
Peugeot 508 SW cam shaft failure 18 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
The cam shaft snapped on my Peugeot 1.6 diesel 508 SW - catastrophic engine failure. The car is less than five years old, fully serviced, 78k miles, levels... -
Which luxury car offers reliability and quiet running? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has arrived when I would like to treat myself to a bit of luxurious motoring. I want a comfortable, quiet, reliable saloon car, up to £25,000.... -
Do I need to idle my turbo Skoda after long drives? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Skoda Superb Classic automatic, but because of my fairly low annual mileage and many short journeys I opted for the 1.8-litre turbo... -
Ford Fiesta or Kia Rio? 16 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am struggling to decide between a Ford Fiesta Ambiente 1.6 TDCi (minimal specs) and the Kia Rio 1.25 Petrol (Slightly higher spec - add. Trip computer,... -
Can I endorse Miller Oils' Diesel Power Eco Max for DPF care, as used in my Vauxhall Zafira? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an old-school 2.0DTI in a Vauxhall Zafira. I have had issues with the EGR valve for about three years. Instead of having it replaced my local friendly... -
A new small car 13 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to part exchange my Land Rover Freelander (2005 -05 plate diesel, 49,000 miles) for a new car with five doors, diesel engine, long warranty,... -
Engine choice for Channel Islands low speed use 24 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I live in Guernsey (low speed limits but steep hills and no salting permitted because of run-off to our resevoirs so 4WD perhaps desirable), annual mileage... -
Fan heater 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a VW Tiguan about nine months ago and I regularly drive just under 1,000 miles per month. At times, when the engine is switched off, a fan in... -
Is using premium diesel causing an EGR valve problem on my 2001 Skoda Octavia? 21 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
For the last 30,000 miles I've run my 2001 Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI with 110,000 miles mainly on Shell V-Power diesel. Having done a fairly fast run down... -
Why is my Volkswagen Golf diesel so easy to stall? 19 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
After many years driving petrol-injected engines (Volkswagen, Vauxhall and BMW) I changed to a Volkswagen Golf 2-litre diesel turbo (140bhp) last year.... -
Are diesels still superior to petrol-fuelled cars in terms of fuel economy? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am new to Audi but love our new A5 SB. A few thoughts. We have a 2.0T 180bhp petrol. We are getting 44.1mpg over 6000 miles, and on a recent 1000-mile... -
The mouse that roared 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 12 month old FIAT 500 diesel. Today while driving it "made a funny noise" then started to accelerate. She put in the clutch and pulled over... -
How can I tell when the DPF is regenerating? 4 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to purchase anything that lets you know when your diesel particulate filter (DPF) is regenerating e.g. something simple like a bulb lighting... -
Do 'no smoke' treatments actually work? 1 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise me on Wynns Stop Smoke oil treatment or similar products. Do they actually work? I have a diesel and have been told it needs either a new... -
How can I tell when the DPF regen cycle has completed? 18 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2012 Mazda 3 with a 1.6-litre diesel engine. Recently a warning light came has come on, stating that the oil level is too high. A local mechanic... -
Why does my Mazda 6 need an oil change after 7000 miles? 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
The oil change service indicator on my Mazda 6 2.2 diesel has come on. The car is just under seven months old and has 6300 miles on the clock. Would you... -
Should I pick the Honda Civic 2.2 iCDTI or the 1.8 iVTEC? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've been reading up about the Civic 2.2iCTDI on your website. It looks good, but the 1.8 iVTEC also looks good. I'm just wondering which one's going to... -
Is the Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI diesel a reliable, trouble-free car? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a nearly new Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI. From all reports this would appear to be a very good car, but I am 70 years old and would prefer... -
Would you recommend a Vauxhall Zafira automatic for a childminder? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at getting a Zafira as I'm a childminder and we need the extra seats. However I'd quite like an automatic but apparently they only come in...
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