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Can you recommend a first car for a teenager? 28 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
What are the best first cars for a teenage driver? -
What automatic cars have good gearboxes? 12 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
Do you have a list of good auto gearboxes? -
Buying a used Ford S-MAX - which engine is best for economy? 24 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not... -
Buying a used estate - which model is best? 9 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I want a large used estate car (three years old), with a comfortable cabin and automatic gearbox. I only do 10,000 miles a year, but want a petrol as I'm... -
Can you recommend some all-weather tyres? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have 2018 Volvo XC60, which was fitted with Michelin Latitude Sport 3, 235/55 R19. They will soon be coming up for replacement. What do you recommend?... -
Are parts hard to get for Japanese imports? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
Are parts hard to get for Japanese imports like the Toyota Elgrande? -
Why is the low coolant light on? 4 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo XC60 has done 91,000 miles and runs well; however, the low level coolant light has come on four times in the past 15 months. I have topped up... -
What PHEV estates can carry my mountain bike? 5 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a vehicle preferably an estate that I can occasionally put a Trek Rail mountain bike (without having to take the wheels off or otherwise... -
The dealer replaced my faulty parking sensors but didn't paint them, should I complain? 12 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
We bought a used Volvo V40 from a national dealer. After picking up the car we noticed that the rear parking sensors were faulty and notified the dealer... -
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... -
How environmentally-friendly are electric vehicles? 18 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
The more I read the less convinced I am about the supposed environmental benefits of electric cars. Volvo has said that the energy used to create them... -
I need to buy a car during lockdown, what do you recommmend? 18 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car was written off prior to the lockdown. I need to buy a replacement and so would really welcome your advice, especially as I'll not be able to test... -
My Honda Civic Tourer gives me back problems - can I do anything about improving ride comfort? 1 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
We've just purchased a 2015 Honda Civic Tourer. Unlike our previous car, a Volvo C30, the passenger seat is neither height adjustable or lumber support... -
We need a comfortable 4x4 for long distances and room for two dogs - any suggestions? 21 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We're a retired couple who enjoy long road trips to Europe (Brexit permitting). We take our two springer spaniels with us and plenty of wine on the return... -
What car and tyres should I buy for a long motorway commute? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'll be commuting 310 miles, mostly motorway once or twice a week. I want an economical, very quiet, comfortable good riding automatic with adaptive cruise... -
Recommend an estate car with 4x4 for difficult terrain? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my six-year old Skoda Octavia 4x4 Estate with a fairly new (1-2 years old max) family estate, still with 4x4. I need 4x4 for a... -
What do you think of the automatic gearboxes in the B-Class, A3 and Golf? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My shortlist of new cars is down to three: Mercedes-Benz B-Class, Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf, all with automatic gearboxes. I am aware of your reviews... -
Which car to replace my Mondeo ST24 offers good performance and large load carrying ability? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Mondeo ST24 estate for 12 years. It has proved reliable, relatively economical, sporty, good to drive with decent performance and carries... -
Which spacious, reliable vehicle offers good performance in winter? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Volvo V50 which is perfect for me and four dogs, however winter conditions pose problems. I live in a rural and hilly part of Devon... -
Vehicle repairer missed damaged suspension 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My vehicle was recently hit by a third party which caused visible panel damage and unseen suspension damage. The 3rd party insurance (Saga) has been exemplary...
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