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Engine has run out of oil after a service – is the garage to blame? 12 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My car has had a service done recently, but after a few days the engine oil ran out. I discovered that the engine oil filler was open with no cap. Am I... -
Should we change our MINI's 11-year-old tyres? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our MINI Cooper is 11 years old and still running on its original rear tyres that have 5mm of tread remaining. The tyres are 15-inch Dunlop SP Sport and... -
Winter tyres for my Smart Cabrio? 17 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a 2008 Smart Cabrio. The best fun car I have had in 30 years! Would it be worth investing in a set of steels and running on winter... -
High mileage hybrids optimum time to change ? 14 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Have 3 year old Prius which have had from new and has done 80k - should I change now or keep for another 2 to 3 years ? -
Qashqai or ASX? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used SUV around the 2-3 year old mark. I have narrowed it down to the Nissan Qashqai 1.6 2WD or the Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 Diesel. Which... -
How often should I change filters? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've just had an oil/filter service on my recently purchased 4 year old 27,000 mile E93. What frequency of oil & filter change would you recommend in... -
Buying new wheels for winter tyres 20 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Should I buy Jaguar wheels or non Jaguar wheels to run winter tyres? -
I'm looking for a replacement for my 2000 Daewoo Matiz 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need a small five-door manual, mainly for local runs but some longer drives, to replace a fantastic 12-year-old Daewoo Matiz SE which is showing its... -
Jaguar XF - does it have a diesel particulate filter? 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Does the Jaguar XF have a DPF and if yes, are you aware of any problems? We have had problems with our current Vauxhall Insignia and don't want a repeat. -
Best fuel for Volkswagen Up - what would you recommend? 12 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently ordered a Volkswagen Up (your review was very informative) and was wondering what fuel (brand, RON etc) would you recommend? The model... -
Driving with a worn DMF - what happens? 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I think I have the early signs of a worn DMF. What is the outcome (regarding damage or possible breakdown) of driving with a worn Dual Mass Flywheel? -
Car hire in Spain - any suggestions? 9 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
We need to hire a car in Spain next week. From you correspondence do you have a feel for the company least likely to rip us off on spurious damage etc? -
A smooth, punchy diesel estate required. 18 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
A family member wants to get an automatic diesel with a maximum budget of £5,500. It has to be smooth and have lots of torque. What cars would you suggest... -
Petrol or diesel? 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive about 10000 miles a year. Is it worth getting a diesel and I mean a 10 year old diesel, or stick to petrol? I've been offered a nice MG ZS + 1.8... -
Car won't start after running out of fuel 29 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I ran out of diesel but when I refueled the car won't start. It turns over but won't catch. Do I need to prime the pump, and if so how? It's a Mercedes-Benz... -
Excessive oil consumption 8 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Audi A5 is 6-months old and has done 6,000 miles. On recent 150 mile run I had black soot in my exhausts and an oil usage of half litre /600 miles.... -
Idling issues 21 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My car complete turns off when I step off the accelerator. In short it does not idle, it runs only when I keep my foot on the accelerator pedal - once... -
Recommend winter tyres for our Toyota Corolla? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
What winter tyres would you recommend for our Corolla D4D diesel 2.0-litre? -
Recommended 4x4? 6 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Please recommend a used 4x4 for my £7,000 budget. If possible reliable, economical and good road holding! -
Should I buy a Ford Ka that has stood idle for five years? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've been offered a Ford Ka on a 53 plate with just 18,000 miles on the clock. The low mileage is because it has been standing in a garage for five years....
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