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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... -
What could be causing my Honda Jazz automatic to 'judder' when pulling away? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would be grateful for your opinion and advice with a problem I have with my Jazz. It is an automatic purchased new in September 2003, with 33,000 on... -
Can you recommend a comfortable automatic car with good access, as I have a bad hip? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm 88 and am actively recovering from a replaced right hip. The need to be fully able to control the car in an emergency situation is prompting me to... -
Disastra zone 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My husband's trusty and very ancient Vauxhall Astra 1.6 automatic has finally given up the ghost and he needs to replace it quickly with a very reliable... -
Whereafore auto 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
For over 50 years I have been driving conventionally geared cars I am now 81 and considering moving to a slightly smaller car, an automatic Fiesta in place... -
I've been left-foot braking since I first drove a go-kart. 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
When I first drove a go-kart, I discovered that the brake pedal was on the left and the accelerator on the right. It struck me what excellent control this... -
Feetal position 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I actually know an automatic right foot only driver. Although she didn't kill or injure anyone, she managed to create mayhem and damage six other cars... -
Could you recommend a suitable vehicle with a large boot and easy access for my in-laws? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
My in-laws are both in their early 70s and intending to replace their 53-reg Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec. Their budget is £10,000 plus trade-in. They've mentioned... -
Can you recommend a replacement for our Honda Accord which has a more comfortable ride? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Honda Accord which I find has a very hard ride. Any rough surface or small potholes cause discomfort, particularly for my wife who has a... -
Giving it lurch 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
1st June saw the re- opening of the Honda factory at Swindon, and if the press are to be believed they are pinning great hopes on the production of the... -
Mobile hones 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have just been given the highest rate of DLA mobility allowance and therefore am entitled to make use of Motability. Is it worth me doing this? At the... -
Should I put my automatic car in neutral when stationary? 17 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have Mercedes E220 Blue Tec. I would like to know that whenever I am idling in stationary mode, should I dis-engage the gear to neutral, or should I... -
What automatic car do you recommend? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
We currently have an Audi A6 estate and a VW Polo both auto total value at the mo £16-£17K. We are looking to consolidate sell 2 buy 1. Maybe something... -
How do I tax a car without a valid MoT? 27 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Car MoTs are suspended for six months. How do we tax the car without a current MoT? I cannot see it covered on the uk.gov website or find it online. -
What's the best car for a folding wheelchair user? 7 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a car for my husband and myself? He's 78 years old and uses a folding wheelchair so we need a big boot. We do 10,000 to 12,000 miles... -
Is the Hyundai i30 auto a torque converter or an automatic clutch? 21 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Kia Venga 1.6-litre automatic, which is nice, but I preferred the Hyundais I've had in the past. If I were to change I notice there is a 1.6-litre... -
Need a versatie small auto 4 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2005 Toyota Yaris Verso automatic which has done 34,000 miles. It has been completely reliable and is in excellent condition, a good load-lugger... -
Need a new MPV - any recommendations? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you could give me some advice on people carriers? Our 2005 Galaxy TDI Ghia automatic with 100,000 miles on the clock collided with the central... -
What's wrong with my Vauxhall Vectra automatic's gearbox? 23 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2006 Vauxhall Vectra Elite 1.9 TDCI automatic, only to find the gearbox to be in pretty bad shape. As I began to drive it it was... -
What happens if I don't charge a plug-in hybrid? 12 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of a 1.4 plug-in hybrid Skoda Superb. What happens if I don't keep the battery topped up?
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