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How do I get a new code for my CDR500 radio? 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've put a new battery into my car and I can't find a code for my CDR500 VDO radio. How do I get a new code? -
Why does charging an EV have to be such a complicated process? 1 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2017 Nissan Leaf with a 30kW battery. I have been looking at recharging points across the country and in France but am now very confused... -
What is Ford doing about the fire issue on the new Kuga PHEV? 25 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
What is Ford doing about the fire issue on the new Kuga PHEV? I can't charge my car so what is the point in having it? Ford has not contacted me even though... -
What's the best petrol or hybrid family car? 14 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
My mother-in-law is spending more time back in the UK and is in need of a car. The car will be used mainly in a London suburb but it will need to head... -
Should my Suzuki SX4 have been sold with newer tyres? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
The original tyres have perished on my April 2012 Suzuki SX4. A report prepared by Kwikfit states that the tyres were manufactured in week 33 of 2010.... -
Store car 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a 15 year old 1996 P Jaguar XJ Executive from an elderly gent who has decided to hang up his driving gloves. The car has full... -
What's the safest way to drive a hybrid in floods? 6 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
The accepted advice is that driving through floods should be avoided. If it is felt necessary then a low gear should be selected, slip the clutch and keep... -
The fan on my car keeps running when it's switched off - what is the cause? 7 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
My 2015 Peugeot 3008 fan keeps running after switching off the engine. It suddenly dies off but immediately you start the car and turn it off, the fan... -
Do electric cars require a specialist fire extinguisher? 8 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
We have just changed from an ICE to an electric car. Is it reasonable to transfer our car powder extinguisher across, or should we get a different type?... -
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...

