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Did you know that short journeys are bad for the environment as well as for your car? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Regarding your comments about short runs by IC-engined vehicles, (and engines in general), you're absolutely right. Short (cold) runs are bad for the engine,... -
Should my 80-year-old wife replace her 2002 Nissan Micra or just run it into the ground? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 80-year-old wife has a 2002 Nissan Micra, current mileage 10,172 after eight years. Use is almost entirely local (surgery, shopping, visiting friends,... -
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class SE diesel suitable for lots of short journeys? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I often read your positive comments about the Mercedes-Benz C200CDI Classic SE base model, and your thoughts that this is a solid car probably good for... -
Which quality 7-seat vehicle with prestige would you recommend? 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I consider myself a car connoisseur but have hit a brick wall. My wife and I decided to buy one family car with plenty of space, additional seats, some... -
Ex-tractor 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you please make a comment on why my 1999 Mercedes 250 Turbo Diesel Estate engine has become extremely noisy since a faulty glow plug has been replaced?... -
My Peugeot 106 diesel won't start after running out of fuel. Does it need to be bled? 27 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 106's battery went dead so I gave it a jump start from another car and it started straight away. I put a new battery on it, but it had run out... -
Can you recommend a small automatic 4x4? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a secondhand small 4x4 for my mother. It needs to be able to house two smallish dogs in the boot. She does about 6000 miles a year and... -
My Ford Focus won't idle properly after a timing belt change - did I miss something? 9 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had a bit of trouble changing my 2002 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6's timing belt as I didn't know to use a timing locking pin, but after putting in new valves,... -
Why is my Peugeot 207 HDI cutting out? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 207 1.6 HDI has done just 22,000 miles and has been owned from last December. It's 58 reg and I'm the second owner. Three times now the car... -
Which replacement for my Renault Scenic Expression will offer lower running costs? 9 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Scenic Expression 2001 which is great, but has poor fuel consumption and steering in winds, and is on its fifth new coil. I wish to change it... -
Just diesing 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a FIAT 500 with the diesel engine. I recall that some time ago you said that there had been problems with the diesel engine but... -
What's the most reliable and cheapest car I could buy for £1500? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been spoilt and been able to own mostly new cars in my motoring life. However, due to present circumstances, I require to purchase the best possible... -
Attend shun 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Honda Jazz is specified to be serviced every 12,500 miles. After 5 years from new, there is only 13,600 on the clock, and my annual mileage is nowadays... -
Puncture proof ego 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
Time has come to replace two of the Dunlop 225/50/R17/94W Dunlop Sport 01 run flat tyres on my car. I am considering changing to non run flat tyres and... -
Identical twins 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My son and daughter in law need a second car and have a budget of £4,000 to spend. The car will be used mainly for local runs but will undertake occasional... -
Futureproof 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering spending a fair bit more than I usually would on a nearly new car with the intention of keeping it for maybe 7 - 10 years. What concerns... -
Swift reaction 12 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
Your site and immediate replies to emails have been a godsend in the selection of a suitable small automatic for my wife. We narrowed it down to a choice... -
Grand, spanking used 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing at 2001/51 Citroen Xsara with only 6,700 miles on the clock. Even if I am able to verify that the mileage is correct, and the... -
Are runflat tyres just a ruse to relieve manufacturers of the cost of including a spare? 24 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm a bit suspicious of runflat tyres. What are the pros/cons of using them? Is it just a manufacturers' ruse to relieve them of the cost of including... -
Why is my Renault 19 losing coolant? 15 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Renault 19 which has started losing coolant. I can't see any leaks or signs of water under the car, but after driving it for 20 mins the coolant...
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