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What family car is suitable for a dog and a new baby? 14 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
My daughter and son-in-law require a nearly new vehicle to accommodate a medium-size dog and a baby. They are badge conscious and have about £20,000 -... -
Which economical petrol-engined hatchback do you recommend? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My sister aged 40 has just passed her driving test and needs a car to carry herself, her five-year-old daughter and her growing dog, so an estate or largish... -
New Freelander or used Discovery? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
Not a terrible position to be in but I have the option of a new Freelander 2 XS as a company car (£270-80 per month tax at 40%) or a 5-6yr old Discovery... -
EC tests and fuel economy 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm intrigued about real world economy and the rise of the so called eco models which do not seem to come close to their claimed figures. My five year... -
Imports 7 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am replacing a 2003 Mondeo Ghia diesel estate with over eleven months MoT and 175,000 miles on the clock which has been an excellent car, owned by myself... -
Five to Seven 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I drive a MINI Cooper 2006 and as my family is growing I am looking for Nissan Qashqai + 2 2.0DCI or Ford S-Max 2.0TDCI. I am finding it difficult to make... -
The IIHS in the USA has found that airbags should remain serviceable for the life of the vehicle. 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have some information about the long-term reliability of airbags. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US has crash-tested a rusty... -
Should I have my Honda Civic's air conditioning condenser unit changed? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2001 Honda Civic SE automatic has been diagnosed as needing a new low pressure pipe and/or condenser. £500 is the quote for whole job. The Honda official... -
Old folks roam 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
Two years ago I gave up my car as, at 81, I felt I was getting dangerous because of my two gammy feet. I feel that a mobility scooter is sufficient for... -
What do I do if someone leaves an abandoned car outside my house? 23 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
A 2002 Honda Stream has been left outside my house for weeks. It's full of junk and has an old 2015 tax disc on the dashboard. Who do I inform to get it... -
golf/focus sized car for 18k a year 28 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
hi looking for a golf/focus size car 12 to 18 month old do mixed driving about 18 k a year any recommendations? regards -
What large car for £9000 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am an old goat and my Saab 95 estate is worn out. I am finding the buying process of a replacement car most daunting and hope that you can perhaps point... -
Buying a second hand small car - what would you recommend? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
At present I have a 1.6 Ford Focus, but as my 17 year old son will soon have passed his driving test I was considering changing this. I have been advised... -
Why does my diesel car sound as though there is a bag of nails rattling around when I start it? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Why does my diesel car sound as though there is a bag of nails rattling around when I start it? It was never like this for the first 5 years. The car... -
Cheap reliable used car wanted 10 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has just had her C3 Pluriel (53 plate) written off and needs a replacement for up to £3K, what would you recommend? She liked the Citroen but... -
Buying ultra low mileage cars 16 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
A very good friend has a 3 year old Honda Jazz for sale. It has only a few thosand miles on the clock and has remained virtually undriven since he had... -
When does the Toyota Auris Hybrid Touring become Euro6? 3 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a hybrid. From what month and year does the Toyota Auris Touring sport have the Euro6 engines? I need to buy one for taxi and it has to be... -
Buying a used car - hybrid or diesel? 25 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my 10 year old Lexus GS300 for a BMW 535D or GS450h. Both are 3 years old. Would you please offer me your advise of what you think... -
When would be the best time to part-exchange my Ford Mondeo? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a five-year-old Mondeo in excellent condition. What do you consider would be the best time, this year, to seek a part-exchange at a franchised dealer?... -
Should I SORN my old motorcycle that hasn't been taxed since 1999? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have an old motorbike registered in 1994 but not taxed since 1999 (I think that was the last date it was taxed). I bought it in 1999 to do track days...

