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What are the advantages of hybrids compared to petrols and EVs? 30 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me please the advantages of buying a self charging petrol car over a straight petrol engine car or full electric car? -
What is the fire risk of electric cars parked in garages? 9 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I hear news reports of battery fires. Do you think its safe to garage an EV at a residential property? Particularly in a garage which is attached or integral... -
Should I buy a hydrogen car? 11 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
Please can you explain what using a hydrogen fuel cell car would actually be like? Is it readily available to fill up and how would it compare to a standard... -
Should we turn stop-start off? 9 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
My 22 year old granddaughter has just bought her first car (on a pcp). It’s a Toyota AygoX automatic. I’ve been given to understand that it has the stop/start... -
My EV is off the road and I've been given a petrol car, can I claim fuel costs? 12 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
My electric vehicle has been involved in a no fault accident. I've been given a petrol equivalent but get just 30mpg. I've asked for an EV instead as I... -
What's the best electric van for towing? 15 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need a three-seater van that can pull a horsebox. My husband wants to go fully electric, but most small vans simply don't have the power to pull a loaded... -
A dealer won't send me the warranty for a car I bought two months ago - what should I do? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
Almost two months ago I bought a five year Range Rover from an authorised Land Rover in Guildford, Surrey. The salesman repeatedly says he is sending me... -
Is the Lexus CT200 a wise used buy? 10 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a newer car and have a budget of up to £11,000. I do a daily round trip of 45 miles: a mixture of dual carriageway, A road and town... -
Porsche 911 starting problems 23 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've recently purchased a low mileage and fairly mint Porsche 911, 997 manual. However, there is a slight starting problem, sometimes it turns over a couple... -
Are you still a big fan of the Fiat 500 as a current owner? 4 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am considering a second car for shorter city based journeys, tested a Fiat 500 1.2 Lounge and found it very enjoyable. There is a January 2012 model... -
Are electric vehicles really 'pollution free'? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
Please could you explain to me why the electric car is deemed to be ‘pollution-free’? Charging a re-chargeable battery is a very inefficient process and... -
Is the Toyota Prius hybrid's plug-in charge just a gimmick? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
After an enjoyable test drive, I am considering the purchase of a Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid to replace my trusty Honda Civic Hybrid which is no longer... -
Problem with heated rear screen on a Ford Mondeo 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last winter the heated rear screen stopped working in our 2006 Ford Mondeo - the 30A fuse had blown. I fitted a replacement (JCASE female type) but when... -
A small petrol auto for 900 miles per year? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My current car, a Honda Civic coupe, will be 13 years old next year. It will need a new cam belt and about £400 or £500 spent on it. I have really loved... -
car not starting 17 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI which is not starting. Over 2 visits to my garage we have replaced the glow plugs, pre and main engine bay fuel pumps,... -
Does the Peugeot 3008 hybrid concept really work? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new SUV and am attracted to something environmentally friendly. I'm finding it difficult to ignore the Peugeot 3008 diesel hybrid. Is... -
When should I sell my old car? 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought this car in 2001 with 18 miles on it, now it has 132K on the clock. It’s almost bomb proof, it’s a 1.8 SE Auto, with Recaros I had fitted because... -
What have I done to my Ford Fiesta's electrics, as it now won't start? 28 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was trying to get the part number of the alternator on my 54-plate Ford Fiesta 1.4-litre petrol model, and I had to take the live feed off because the... -
Where can I get a replacement remote key for my Hyundai Coupe? 29 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
The remote locking key unit for my Hyundai Coupe has just gone faulty. After fitting a new battery it still failed to work, so I contacted my local Hyundai... -
White fan drivers 29 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 Peugeot 307 HDI and occasionally the fan comes on during and after driving for no apparent reason. This would last for between 10 and 15...
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