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What winter tyres should I get for my Skoda Octavia vRS Estate? 8 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am planning a 2 day trip to Germany soon. My Octavia vRS Estate has 19-inch alloy wheels, but I will need a set of winter/snow tyres for this trip. What... -
Car supermarket has sold me a dangerous car - what should I do? 22 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I recently used a car supermarket to purchase a second car. I used this company because I thought they were reputable and on their website stated their... -
Ford Fiesta advice 30 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
As you are aware I not so long ago bought a Fiesta TDCI 1.6 s with approximately 55,000 miles for £6000. The car has had a few issues but the dealer... -
Bought a faulty used car - what are my rights? 15 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
Two months ago I bought a used car for £749 - a 2005 Rover 25. It had covered 74,000 miles and was in good condition with three months left on the MoT.... -
What do you think of Volkswagen's DSG gearbox and water-cooled turbocharger? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just ordered a Volkswagen Golf 1.4SE with the DSG gearbox. My reason is that, after test-driving most of the other manufacturers in this range,... -
Cruise uncontrolled 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Peugeot 208, which I must say is perfect for my needs except for the cruise control. Every car I have driven with cruise control keeps... -
ABS light comes on intermittently on a Focus 21 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am having a problem with my ABS light on my 2003 Focus. It comes on sometimes and off sometimes. Some days it is on throughout the whole journey. I... -
Is the known Volkswagen Teves/ESP fault down to the whole unit or just a sensor? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0FSI GT with 51,000 on the clock. The light in the ESP switch, and the dashboard steering wheel and ABS signs, have... -
Ambu-chance 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a 1970 ex-military Land Rover Series IIa 2.25 litre petrol Ambulance. It was used by the army from 1975-1995, covering only 32,500... -
Depo man 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I placed a deposit for £1,000 in December 2009 for purchase of a new Toyota Prius from a UK main Toyota dealer. The anticipated delivery date was 1st March... -
Unbrakeable 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I had an Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sport on a company car scheme through Leaseplan. At the end of 3 problem-free years, it was available to buy for what seemed a... -
Brokendown brakes 29 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
My 05 VW Golf has just been diagnosed with a faulty ABS control unit, estimated repair £1,500. We have had the car since new and done 45,000 miles, exactly... -
Alloymoney 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
Some 2 years ago you gave us very useful advise on the purchase of an April 2007 1.6 Fiesta Auto Ghia for my father-in-law. It proved a great success and... -
My car has been parked up for two years - is it worth recommissioning it? 16 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa with only 67,000 miles on clock, however it has been idle for 2 years. Would it pay me to get it renovated or just let it... -
Can I fit 235/55/R17 tyres to my Volkswagen Passat? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volkswagen Passat Estate. My local tyre seller has said it is ok to fit 235/55/R17s and replace the existing 215/55/R17. Is he right? -
Will a PHEV recharge itself when driving? 11 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
Do plug-in hybrids recharge the battery whilst moving like standard hybrids? -
I like the Volvo XC60 but they're all electric or hybrid. Should I still buy one? 26 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
Now that Volvos are all-electric or hybrid, would you still recommend the XC60 or should I look for an alternative as I really want petrol? If so, what... -
A mechanic poured in too much oil. Should the garage fix the issue caused by his mistake? 4 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
A mechanic said he poured in three litres of engine oil - which was too much and the car over revved. Now brakes won't work. He said he poured in too much... -
Is an extended warranty worth while? 16 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
My Land Rover Discovery Sport is three years old at the end of January. Should I take out an extended warranty as offered by the Land Rover dealer.? -
Where the best place to sell a restored 1980s Porsche? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am reluctantly selling my 1988 Porsche 924S following a restoration including rebuilt engine, new clutch, brakes and shocks. The front seats have been...
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