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Is there a limit to how long you can leave a trickle charger connected? 9 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I see you have recommend the CTEK MXS in the past. Would it be suitable for my 2022 Vauxhall Crossland which, due to my unexpected poor health, is now... -
Can I reject my faulty motorhome? 24 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I bought a brand new motorhome in November 2021 and on collection it started developing faults, mainly electrical. It's on its third battery. I've returned... -
Will an electric car maintain its quoted range if it's driven at high speeds? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
How do quoted economy figures for battery-electric cars hold up if the car is driven continuously at motorway speeds? My daughter lives 170 miles away... -
Do I need to have a home charging point if I want to buy a hybrid? 16 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering purchasing a self-charging hybrid car but I'm not keen on the thought of having to install an outside electric charging point at my house.... -
Can you get a crossover hybrid with a manual transmission? 1 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace two cars with one. My wife loves her Nissan Qashqai and I need an estate type car. We would like to change to a petrol hybrid. Can... -
Ford Grand C-MAX 'child lock malfunction' message 18 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2013 Ford C-MAX. Recently, it has started to show a 'child lock malfunction' message on the information display. The key fob no longer locks or... -
Is a normal hybrid or PHEV better for stop start driving in traffic? 1 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a daily commute of approximately 14 miles each way in traffic. I am thinking of buying a hybrid - possibly a Kia Niro. Given the stop-start nature... -
Is there an electric pick-up or tipper on the market? 10 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I work for a Parish Council and want to replace our pick-up which is four-wheel drive (a necessity for some of our sites). The Council are keen on going... -
Will the long term maintenance on hybrid and/or electric cars have a higher repair cost compared to current petrol or diesel cars? 28 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
Will the long term maintenance on hybrid and/or electric cars have a higher repair cost compared to current petrol or diesel cars due to the different... -
Is my car clever enough to recognise that most of my driving is around town and remap its engine management accordingly? 8 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is my Polo GTI clever enough to recognise that most of my driving is around town and remap its engine management accordingly? If so, how can I get out... -
Is £800 a fair price to replace the heater fan in my 2004 Saab 9-3? 16 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2004 Saab 9-3 had a flat battery several times after being left for a couple of weeks. The garage diagnosed a fault with the heater fan which was draining... -
Saab 9-3 car alarm keeps going off 14 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Saab 9-3 and the alarm keeps going off. I need to check the batteries in the control unit, but I have been unable to find it so far. I have... -
Volkswagen Polo won't start 13 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2003 Volkswagen Polo. It has a 1.4 petrol engine, automatic gearbox and has covered 90,000 miles. Recently it developed an intermittent start-up... -
Rover 25 immobiliser stuck on 21 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2001 Rover 25. Over the past few days I have been having some problems with the remote unlocking. I have changed the battery in the remote handset... -
What should I look for when buying a used Honda CR-Z? 26 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a used Honda CR-Z up to five years old and £10k to use as an occasional secondcar. What should I look out for and how will I know... -
How reliable is the Lexus RX400h? 26 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been looking for a large estate or SUV - I have seen a 2007 Lexus RX 400h advertised with 45,000 on the clock for £14,600 by a Lexus dealer - full... -
Seat Ibiza windows opening when parked 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
My son's 2009 Seat Ibiza sport 1.4 3-door has an intermittent problem whereby the windows and sunroof open when the car is parked. Owner forums suggest... -
Why does my Ford Mondeo stall in cold weather? 25 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a repetitive problem with my 2002 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi - the car stalls in cold weather It only happens for the first few hundred metres and... -
Need an electric car - which model is cheapest to run? 20 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2003 Volkswagen Golf which has been fantastic. It has done 183,000 miles with no problems until the latest MoT, when the track rod ends, ball joins... -
Buying a used car with low mileage – are there any mechanical issues I should be aware of? 19 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2008 Hyundai Getz 1.4 petrol from a private seller. The car has very low mileage (5500 miles) and comes with a full service history....
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