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Why is the regeneration not clearing the DPF warning on my car? 31 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a risk of particle filter blocking warning showing up. Why is the regeneration not clearing it even after a long run at high speed? -
I want to buy a cheap, reliable car with low insurance - what do you recommend? 22 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a cheap car with low insurance. It needs to be reliable and I'm not bothered about the badge. What do you recommend? -
Will the battery go flat if I stow away my MG GS for a month? 22 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
Will my MG GS be okay being stowed away for a month or will the battery go flat and will I lose the radio code? -
Is a high mileage 2008 Mitsubishi Colt CZC a smart buy? 13 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
Is 2008 Mitsubishi Colt Cabriolet that has done 117,000 miles okay to buy? It's a cheap stopgap car for 6 months. -
Which small petrol hatchbacks have a sunroof and navigation? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a smallish petrol hatchback that has a sunroof and navigation, between 1 and 3 years old. What would you suggest? -
Can I use 10w-40 oil in my Toyota Yaris Verso? 8 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
My trusty Toyota Yaris Verso [petrol] runs happily enough on 5w-30 fully synthetic oil. Would there be any problem in topping up between services with... -
Overheating Peugeot 207 4 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 207CC has an intermittent fault of overheating. After about 20 mins of running, on comes the fan and up goes the temp gauge, heading to boiling.... -
Saab 9000 a good buy? 24 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need a reliable workhorse/load carrier, cheap until I can afford newer. I've seen a tidy Saab 9000 CSI for $1400 NZD. Two owners from new. Worth a... -
Renault Zoe stalling 22 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is interested in leasing a Renault Zoe, but has heard that a friend of a friend was happy with one until she was driving along at 60mph and... -
Buying a new BMW - 520d or 530d? 4 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my BMW 520dSE which has been brilliant (17-inch wheels and sensible suspension). I am tempted to go for a new 530d but common... -
What's the most reliable estate money can buy? 11 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Vauxhall Vectra Estate which has served me well for the last 5 years, but I am now thinking about a change. Should I play the safe card and... -
Are performance fuels worth the extra cost? 2 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
Is standard or higher octane petrol used in EU economy testing? And is it worth paying the extra in an ordinary car? -
Glow plug/engine management light coming on 29 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 14 year old Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI with 170,000 miles on the clock. The car has run well, until recently. The glow plug/engine management light has... -
Does the Audi A4 suffer with DPF problems? 22 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am considering the purchase of an Audi A4 2.0TDI (143 PS) SE Avant (2011/60). I use my car mostly for short runs of 5-10 miles with a monthly blast up... -
Audi A3 diesel - does it suffer DPF problems? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a new Audi A3 diesel, can you tell me if this car has any DPF problems? And is it ok for regular short trips? -
Would you recommend the BMW 1 Series 116d Urban? 2 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I commute around 100 miles round trip per day. Would you recommend the BMW 1 Series 116d Urban as a good engine size for this commute? -
Best car for a 17 year old female driver? 28 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
A friend is intending to buy a small car for his 17 year old granddaughter to learn to drive in, safety is the overriding priority with insurance and running... -
What's causing my Volkswagen Sharan to vibrate on idle? 10 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Volkswagen Sharan sometimes vibrates on idle. What’s causing it? -
Winter tyres - can I have some advice? 2 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My car presently runs as standard on 205/55/r16 summer tyres on 6.5j alloys. I've been offered a set of 15 inch 6.5 j steel rims. Will fitting 205/60/r15... -
Turbo cooling 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2011 Mercedes C-class Blue Efficiency, with a petrol engine. Do I need to take special care before switching off the engine, because...
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