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Car hire - are there age restrictions? 1 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Are there any age restrictions on car hire in the UK, i.e. for over 80s? In particular from the USA into Heathrow. The person has dual nationality... -
I'm looking for a small SUV that will last the next 10 years. Any advice? 28 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a max of £11,000 to spend on a buying a family car. I currently have a Vauxhall Zafira but want to trade up to something newer and nicer. I like... -
My car doesn't meet the Ultra Low Emissions Zone standards - what car do you recommend I buy to tow a 1420kg caravan? 17 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I live in London within a mile of the proposed new extended boundary of the South/North Circular for the ULEZ, due to start in October 2021. I drive a... -
What's the best diesel for low mileage? 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Having retired, I no longer do the miles I used to to justify a diesel. I'm probably down to 10,000, with a 70 mile round trip on motorways twice a month.... -
Noisy diff - grounds for refund? 7 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Four weeks ago I purchased for £2500 a Mazda MX-5 2003 with 91k from a trader. It road tested fine as far as I could tell. Subsequently, a friend who also... -
Why has our MINI Cooper S failed its MoT on faulty headlight washers? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2007 MINI Cooper S convertible. At its recent MoT we were told the car has failed as both the headlight washers are not working. The probable... -
Which 5-door car with good accessibility and an automatic gearbox would you recommend for my in-laws? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have been asked by my in-laws to sort out what will probably be their last vehicle, to replace their trusty Nissan Almera, which they now find a bit... -
Which safe, comfortable hatchback would you recommend to replace my Renault Laguna? 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I may well change my car - can you make any suggestions please? We are both retired and travel abroad without the car several times a year so our annual... -
Why don't salesroom staff do more to inform customers about the need to regenerate diesel DPFs? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I’m no great fan of the EU, but I think your reply to GR of Warrington blaming them for the clogging of particulate filters was a bit off the mark. Yes,... -
Difference of a pinion 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a former owner of a Porsche Cayman and having used the Porsche facilities at Silverstone, I think AC is right to be concerned over performance on icy... -
Sixties cars 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are both retired and in our sixties. My present car is a 2003 reg Toyota RAV-4 (3 door) with only 35,000 miles on the clock (less than 5,000 miles a... -
Swap me and buy one 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
This month I come to the end of a 3 year lease and will have the option to purchase my 2006/56 Ford S-Max 1.8TDI with panoramic sunroof, runflat tyres... -
What is the best car for ride quality? 19 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
What is the best car for ride quality under £35,000? -
My front tyres are cracked - do I need to replace them? 16 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 3008 has Michelin 205/55 R19 tyres. Despite only 10,000 miles the the front ones show cracking on the outside treads. Are they safe to drive... -
Is the Renault Master a reliable choice as a camper van? 18 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 2010 Renault Master automatic which done 60,000 and has service record. Does this model with a 2.4 litre engine and automatic... -
Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal interval? 30 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal period for 2018 A4 1.4 TFSI? -
What's the best car for a new driver? 20 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
My grandson,17,has just passed his driving test and is looking for a first car. Can you advise on which models to choose based on reliability and insurance... -
What's the best vehicle for towing a horse box? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I need your advice for the most suitable towing vehicle for a horse box (with two horses). I need something that will be able to tow 3000kg to 3500kg.... -
Are insurance premiums going up? 14 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
Are insurance premiums increasing in 2023? -
How can I clean the headlamps on my Jaguar XK8? 7 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
The glass on the headlights of my Jaguar XK8 are becoming misty, not bright and clear as they should be. I'd be reluctant to replace them - they are only...

