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Why do you suggest left-foot braking for drivers of automatic cars? 9 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have followed with interest your views on left-foot braking as being the safe way to control a vehicle, and I cannot understand why! Having driven autos... -
Carbon tyretracks 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
For the past 2 years I've been running a Volvo XC70. This car has given me all the comfort that I could wish for with its fantastic seats and long travel... -
How do I run-in a diesel automatic? 6 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have followed your guide to running-in diesel engines in the past , my next car will be a diesel with a DSG gear box is there a guide for this combination.... -
Buying a small petrol automatic 2 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a small car with a reliable petrol engine and auto box costing between £3-5k. -
Is the Ford Powershift automatic now reliable? 13 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2016/17 Ford Fiesta automatic but am worried about the Powershift gearbox. Did Ford sort out the problems in later models? -
Ford Powershift - which models are torque converter? 28 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Having lost patience with the continual problems with the dry-pack Powershift on my Ford Focus, I have decided to replace it with a 2016 Focus automatic.... -
How reliable is the auto box in the Volvo V60? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a friend's Volvo V60 D5 automatic. The car has covered 45,000 miles and is used to tow a caravan. Am I buying into problems for te... -
I need a small auto for my elderly parents 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need a small automatic car for my 79 & 91 year old parents. It must have with all round parking sensors & good visibility, as well as wide doors and... -
When will the new Citroen C3 Picasso be available to buy? 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Partially based on your review, we would like to buy a new Citroen C3 Picasso, but it has to be an automatic. All our local dealer can tell us is that... -
My Chrysler Grand Voyager automatic is stuck in gear - how do I repair it? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager LE automatic seems to be stuck in a low gear, and won't change up. I was advised to get a new heavy-duty battery, as the... -
Can you recommend an automatic car with low emissions for £20,000? 27 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new car with automatic transmission, and wish to stay below the 120G/km CO2 limit. I have a budget of £20,000 in mind, and performance... -
What's a suitable car for a retired couple? 11 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are in our mid 60s and retired but active and we are looking to reduce our motoring costs. We currently drive a 14 year old Nissan Qashqai 2.0 litre... -
Replacement car for Micra - suggestions? 16 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 65 year old wife drives 10k miles a year and needs a reliable automatic small car, not French, Italian to replace her Micra CVT, which despite full... -
Buying a new car - Focus, 1 Series or A3? 9 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am in the processing of buying a car for the first time under the Motability Scheme. I am looking for a small hatchback, but it must be an automatic.... -
Is the C-Class automatic OK? 11 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would really like your honest opinion on the following vehicle as I am thinking of buying it this week. The car in question is a Mercedes Benz CGI... -
V60 or 508 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Whick car do you recommend? Volvo V60 DRIVe(powershift) or the Peugeot 508 EMG? I have tried them both, but read so many reviews about the bad 508... -
My Citroen C4 automatic goes into 'Limp' mode despite having a new stop light switch - why? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C4 automatic is a sweet car and the automated manual transmission works superbly and smoothly. My 56-plate example is ex-Motability and has... -
Can you recommend a petrol car for towing a caravan? 13 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
Given that diesel is becoming an anathema, can you suggest petrol automatic cars that are good for towing caravans? -
Is a hybrid worth the extra money? 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Is the Toyota Yaris Hybrid worth the extra cost over a standard automatic? I want to buy a new and economical car and can't decide between the two. -
What upright cars are there? 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Am looking for a car with upright seating and need some advice. I want something similar to Ford C-Max.
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