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Should I use Shell V-Power for 2016 Volkswagen Touareg? 3 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am purchasing a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg R Line. Is there any benefit in using Shell V-Power diesel with this car? Also, at the end of each journey will... -
Why is my Volkswagen Caddy diesel van losing power? 25 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2015 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6-litre TDI is losing power. It starts fine and ticks over. Can you tell me what the problem may be? -
Are there any affordable to run, fun cars you can recommend? 5 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
Do you have any suggestions for an affordable to run car with more than five cylinders? Otherwise, I have to go down the boring car route to replace my... -
Do you any tips for improving fuel economy? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Several months ago I purchased 2018 Ford Focus automatic. It's fine to drive but seems to use a lot of fuel. How can I reduce the petrol consumption? Turn... -
How do I know when the DPF on my car is regenerating? 3 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I read a lot about diesel DPFs but how do I know when the fuel system is regenerating? I drive a Toyota RAV4 2.2-litre diesel. Nothing comes alight on... -
The temp gauge on my 1994 Audi 80 works intermittently - what is causing this? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 1994 Audi 80 2.0E ABK engine has a temperature gauge that works intermittently. I've replaced the sender but this has made no difference. I'm sure the... -
Do you recommend using a higher grade petrol like Shell V-Power? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
Having read your columns for many years I notice how you advocate the regular use of higher grade petrol. I have a Skoda Octavia Scout 1.8 TSI and inside... -
Should I retrofit my Volkswagen camper with a petrol engine? 18 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a campervan on a Volkswagen T4 chassis. It's registered 2000 and a 1890cc diesel. I'm concerned about the discussion of banning old diesels from... -
Are other owners experiencing issues with their EGR after the emissions fix? 2 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
Within three months of having the emissions modification done on my 2011 Volkswagen Touran my EGR valve packed up. Am I unlucky or is this happening to... -
Why is the fuel economy so poor in my Vauxhall Insignia? 23 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2009 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 diesel with 140.000 miles on the clock. It has a full service history and drives well. However, the fuel... -
Poor fuel economy - are drivers to blame? 30 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I was looking at your Real MPG section and checked my 2007 Nissan Qashqai; it shows a Real MPG of 47mpg which is not that great really I think. I drive... -
Does our Yaris have a steering fault? 21 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2012 Toyota Yaris 1.33 CVT with 8000 miles on the clock. She has had it from new, but I have just started driving it and have noticed a couple... -
Why is my Skoda Fabia blowing white smoke? 2 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a 2003 Skoda Fabia saloon which has done 130,000 miles. The car is blowing white smoke when starting from cold and smells when running and... -
Why do hire companies charge so much if you bring the car back with no fuel? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I hired a Fiesta in Spain. I received a full tank of petrol and was told to return the car empty. I was charged 87.17 Euros for the petrol that in Spain... -
Which automatic car offers better fuel economy than my 2001 Volkswagen Golf? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I will soon need to replace my Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Auto, which will be 11 years old shortly and has over 120,000 miles on the clock. I would much appreciate... -
Mercedes C200 CDI - loss of power 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a 2008 Mercedes-Benz C200 CDI last year from a car supermarket in Sheffield. It has covered 46,000 miles and was serviced by the manufacturer... -
Is there any way of addressing my Polo's hesitancy after braking? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I too, own a Volkswagen Polo with the DSG auto gearbox. I love the car in every respect except for the peculiar hesitancy it has after you apply the brakes,... -
Are manufacturer's quoted mpg figures accurate? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 1.4 Vauxhall Meriva which ticked all my boxes, including a miles per gallon claim of 47. Having tested it over the first 1500 miles... -
Lumpy acceleration in a Subaru Forester 25 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I love my new Subaru but occasionally the acceleration feels stuttery, it's not smooth. Usually on the first acceleration of the day. I am careful not... -
Should both petrol and diesel turbo engines be idled after use? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Further to your advice on turbo cooling by idling the engine for some time after use, is the advice equally true for diesel and petrol engines? I have...
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