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  What's best in the snow - snow socks or snow chains? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  The recent cold snap has got me wondering whether I should invest in a pair of snow socks or snow chains? Which are best suited to the British Winter and...
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  What's a reliable used car for £7000? 19 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am seeking a car must be petrol, automatic with a full spare wheel and large boot, plus easy to get into for a person with short legs and mobility problems....
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  Does aluminium foil prevent keyless theft? 28 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  To enter my car, one has to use the remote locking key. Is aluminium foil a sufficient way to prevent a theft attempt by someone without the key?
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  Can we keep our DSG automatic in D when held on the handbrake? 8 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to buy a Volkswagen T-Cross DSG which has a manual handbrake. In London we have a lot of traffic lights and historically we have kept the...
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  Is it legal to drive in the EU and Switzerland in a classic car that's MoT exempt? 4 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Both my Renault R16s are almost 50 years old and have tax exemption as they are registered as historic. Do I need to fill in a V112 form as well? Furthermore...
• Ford Focus - Ford Focus- Gearshift "clump" noise and low torque 10 Apr 2019 (Forum)
  Ford Focus Zetec S 2010 plate (Duratec HS 1.8 engine) 83k Miles/ Part service and so far no replacement parts in the logbook. So I bought a used car and have noticed a few things that are bothering me. Im not a car expert and I am learning as I go along.
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  My car went in to have a cam belt change and now needs a new engine - should I have to pay? 26 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I was advised by my local Audi dealer to change the cam belt on my five-year-old Audi A3 with 32,000 miles on the clock, so I booked it in for this and...
• Nissan Note - Would this MOT history put you off? 16 Feb 2019 (Forum)
  MOT History: Date Tested: 31 October 2017 - PASS Advisories Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d) Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all front (2.4.G.2) exhaust system deteriorated & rear clamp missing Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) both rear coil springs corroded Date Tested: 27 October 2017 - FAIL Reasons for failure Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) Advisories Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d) Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all front (2.4.G.2) exhaust system deteriorated & rear clamp missing Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) both front tyres on 2.5mm both rear coil springs corroded Date Tested: 12 May 2016 - PASS Advisories n/s wiper split but clearing screen Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a) Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a) Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) vehicles rear brakes have slight uneven application  
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  How can I go about taking the DVLA to court about a decision to revoke a driving licence? 14 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  How can I go about taking the DVLA to court about a decision to revoke a driving licence? I have written to them but i'm not satisfied with their answer.
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  Once the battery in an EV fails, it costs too much to bother replacing it - what's your opinion? 13 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  It seems that an electric vehicle is only worth as much as its battery and, once the battery is "spent" it's not worth the cost of replacing. Is this true?
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  Can I make my Euro4 van ULEZ compliant? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2008 Volkswagen T5 Transporter 1.9 TDI. Will I be able to make this ULEZ compliant when the time comes?
• Private plates and the wonderful DVLA 13 Jun 2018 (Forum)
  I haven't had a cheque book for lord knows how many years, I would have to order a bankers draft and a postal order would cost me £10 on top of the £80 I have to pay for this 1950's experience. What is going on? I never knew Brexit would take us back  6-7 decades.      
• Used tall car for tall driver 28 Apr 2018 (Forum)
   I'm 6'6" tall unfortunately which has lead to problems as even large SUV/Crossovers don't seem that much bigger inside than smaller models (the car grows but not the space for the driver). We didn't initially fancy an MPV but I sat in a Ford S-Max yesterday and it did seem more roomy and comfortable and the visibility was a lot better than the Cross/SUVs we tried (Mazda CX-5, Qashqai, VW Touareg, Ford Kuga etc).  Is this the best of the MPV bunch for comfort and space?
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  I hit a car, then another vehicle hit my car afterwards - why am I being charged two excess fees? 26 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I had a collision in the snow on 28 February, which was my fault. While exchanging details with the other party, an out of control tractor drove into the...
• Skoda Octavia Estate - Possible first time new car buyer (Octy?) 16 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  I’d really appreciate some advice, it’s the first time I’ve been looking at a car costing more than 6K, am I missing something or are some of these PCP deals (‘deposit contributions’) actually good value – barring any hideous %s where I assume they would normally claw back the initial ‘deal’ reduction. (reason for petrol: 10-12K per year, typically 2x20mi per day, and my current diesel regens every 200 miles, usually when I'm in view of home or work!)
• Volvo V40 - Alternatives to a Volvo V40 18 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  My son is in his late 20's and coming out of his company's car scheme. He's asled my advice on what to get. He's been spoilt by large diesel estates (Mondeo, Passat and Avensis) so although he doesn't need a large car he doesn't want to step back to his supermini days even though its usually just him in the car.
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  Dealer tampered with new car speedo - what do I do? 31 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  After owning my new car for two months, I noticed that the speedo has been removed - either when new or when having some paint touched up as they reset...
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  How should I go about selling my 1972 Porsche 911? 23 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What advice can you give regarding how best to sell my 1972 barn find Porsche 911 E Lux 2.4 Coupe, RHD, mileage circa 53,000?
• Help choosing the right car please 27 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Hi, Im looking for some help choosing a new car. I currently drive 61 plate Honda Civic 1.4 Type S. I actually really like my car. It feels good to drive, looks sporty without verging on being a boy racer type and I love the modern style dashboard and interior. Downsides are the 1.4 is just lacking any oomph especially going up hills and it's a 3dr.
• Ford Focus Mk2 Hatchback - Advice On Which Car To Buy 23 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  If anyone has either of these engines of this model please let me know what you think is best. I really am in two minds and cant decide what to do. I have even looked at Fiesta Zetec S 1.6Tdci as they dont have the DPF if im correct in saying this. I woud happily take the 1.6 petrol but dont know how good they are on fuel!   Any help would be much appreciated, Thank you Mike