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What is the lifespan of hybrid batteries? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
While there has been considerable research on the life of full EV batteries, I wondered if you have any advice on battery life in hybrid cars. I am looking... -
Should I straighten my wheels when parking? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
When I learnt to drive in the 1960s I was told to park with the wheels straight for two reasons: to avoid strain on the PAS in full lock and to facilitate... -
What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My grandson's family are considering purchasing a car for a 17 year old, the budget is £6000 to £8000. Which car would you recommend and suggest they look... -
Is my Mercedes Vito with windows classified as a van or a car? 13 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Mercedes Vito with windows in the sliding doors behind the driving seat and a row of seats. For speed limits, is it classed as a van... -
Can you extend the range of an electric car by driving economically as you can in a petrol or diesel car? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to extend driving range in an EV by driving more carefully/slowly similar to how you can gain 10% or so in a petrol or diesel car? -
Why has my car insurance increased following a house move? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
We have three cars all insured with different insurers and recently moved approximately 16 miles. No other factors have changed and two of the insurers... -
Car boot leak and restoring headlamp lenses 11 Jul 2022 (Forum)
Not sure whether this would qualify to go in the 'technical section' or not but anyway...two issues: 1. My long-standing water leak into my Mazda3's (gen-1 saloon) boot is getting quite bad now. During heavy or sustained rainfall, some of it gets into the boot, and seemingly not via a (partially) failed boot opening seal. There is definitely water coming in from around the LHS boot opening hinge/mechanism area (I've seen it drip from the inside), but there also is water on the LHS nearer to the seats, which I can only summise is coming in via the back window seal. -
Estate car recommendations 17 Mar 2022 (Forum)
If you've got kids, especially little ones, you'll know who much stuff comes with them for a weekend away! We thought about getting something like a Galaxy or S-Max, and while I'm still keen, they are pretty expensive, and it's hard to find one with the level of trim I'd like. The MPV appeals too as it has the extra seats in the boot so we could fit Granny in there too if we needed to go somewhere without taking 2 cars. -
Jaguar XF - Rear diff noise/leaking pinion seal replaced 2018 13 Mar 2022 (Forum)
My 2015 X250 XF 3.0D S had an advisory for a rear differential fluid leak on its first MoT in 2018 at 15,000 miles. A new seal was fitted by the Jaguar dealer in 2018 and I assumed the problem was fully resolved. However, I took the car in for a Jaguar dealer service today at 40,000 miles and was told there is a noise coming from the differential and that rear diff pinion seal is moist. -
New year, new car 9 Dec 2021 (Forum)
If not it would have to be a VAG Tsi, the 1.4/1.5 seen to have great reviews (except for the early 1.5’s issues). So my initial shortlist is based on the best prices I have found on-line and at this point they are all hybrids. They are in price order but that dies not mean cheapest is my preference. -
All EV’s - Batteries & Charging 4 Dec 2021 (Forum)
It’s not an outright definition of range since vehicle size, weight, etc will impact on how far it’ll go. If you could put a 15 gallon tank in a Peugeot 108, it’ll go further than a Mercedes S-Class with a similarly sized tank. KW next, and that’s the rate at which it will change when plugged in. This will vary enormously, depending upon what the car is plugged into, and a bit of maths is useful here. -
Renault Clio 2008 TomTom 16v 1.2 - MOT Major Failure 9 Feb 2021 (Forum)
MOT failures Do not drive until repaired (dangerous defects): Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Repair immediately (major defects): Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a)) Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a)) Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp lights flash on and off (4.2.3 (c)) Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a)) Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii)) Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii)) Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii)) Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii)) Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c)) Monitor and repair if necessary (advisories): Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) () Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged wing mirror () different size tyres front and rear -
Need a £15k car with high seating position, automatic gearbox and petrol engine 25 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
We are both in our 70s with some knee and hip issues but generally quite mobile. My wife has a Suzuki Splash which she is happy with but I find it too... -
What are our rights after buying an unroadworthy car in a private sale? 22 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My son bought a BMW 1 Series this week from a private seller for £2500. He has had it five days and only driven it 25 miles. Yesterday, it failed to start.... -
What do you think of the Honda HR-V? 17 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2.2 diesel Honda Civic is now eight years old with 120,000 miles of trouble-free motoring. But it's getting harder to get in an out of as I age. The... -
What SUV do you recommend in terms of best value for money? 21 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently running a Mazda CX-5, which is coming to the end of its PCP schedule. I love the car's handling, though not too keen on the low end power... -
I won't be driving for a few weeks - should I SORN my car or not? 21 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am in the 12-week isolation/vulnerable group. I only reinsured my car for 12 months yesterday so I called my insurance company and they are happy to... -
I need to tax my car but can't get it MoT'd - what do I do? 21 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car tax is due on the 30 April and my MoT also expires on that date. Today I received a letter from the DVLA stating that to continue paying my tax... -
I don't have a mains socket to charge my car. Can I use a portable jump starter instead? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’ve been reading the questions about trickle chargers for cars that can’t be driven during the Covid-19 lockdown, but because I don’t have access to a... -
What should we do if we break down in the live lane of a Smart motorway? 3 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
What should we do if we break down in the live lane of a Smart motorway? Should we ring 999, for example?
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