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Is a diesel still better than petrol for high mileages? 1 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have been a diesel car driver covering around 30,000 per year for the last 10 years and would like to add my two pence to the conversation. Along the... -
Which Caravelle is best for £20,000? 7 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have been looking to buy one of these second hand and would like some help. I appreciate the fact that these vehicles hold their value incredibly well... -
Should I replace my Skoda Octavia vRS? And if so, what with? 28 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI (170 CR)Manual Hatch which I have owned car since new. It has now covered 102k (almost) trouble-free miles. I am now... -
Under what circumstances should I allow my Mondeo's turbocharger to cool as it spools down? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have queries on two issues on which you have advised several times. Firstly you have warned that a turbocharged engine should be left idling before switching... -
Does the new Skoda Octavia Elegance suffer from DPF problems? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My father has been generally very satisfied with his 2005 Skoda Octavia Elegance 1.9 TDI DSG, but it is beginning to show its age, having just required... -
Is the DPF blocked in our Fiat 500? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would love some advice as I am desperate. I purchased a Fiat 500 Multijet Lounge in 2008. The car worked fine until 2012 when, every month or so, the... -
Why did our Ford C-Max automatic accelerate on its own? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday, my wife she was driving her aunt’s Motabilty car, a Ford C-Max diesel automatic. When she returned to the car with her aunt, she had great... -
Renault Kadjar or Suzuki Vitara? 5 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a Renault Kadjar but have been put off by reviews saying stay away from high spec vehicles with 19-inch wheels. What do you think?... -
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? -
What large, petrol family cars offer decent reliability and mpg? 23 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm very undecided about which car I should go for. I'm looking for a big family car (estates or SUV) for regular short motorway trips. I initially wanted... -
We do 10,000 miles per year. Can you recommend a suitable 4WD SUV? 15 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I have a 2015 Ford Kuga, which we are looking to replace it in the not too distant future. We enjoy the ride height and the practicalities... -
Is the turbo on a Mercedes Vito unusually noisy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a Mercedes-Benz Vito 114 but the air intake of the turbo seems rather noisy. The sales guy says this is normal and the van drives well.... -
I'm looking for a car with a forgiving ride and decent ground clearance? 20 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car with a forgiving ride and decent ground clearance for travelling over parkland. Four wheel drive is not essential and as I don't... -
What's the best petrol automatic estate as a second-hand buy? 27 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for reliable estate or roomy saloon, between five and ten years old, which I can run for as long as possible. I have a budget of around £4k... -
I own a six year old diesel - what are the implications of the new MoT? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 2.2 HDi Exclusive Auto. How will the new emissions test affect me? The car has been main dealer serviced from new and has... -
How often should the oil and filters be changed in my Land Rover Discovery Sport? 13 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
How often should the oil and filters be changed in my Land Rover Discovery Sport? -
Would you be concerned about buying a high mileage 2014 Jaguar XF? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to spend some money my grandparents left me, but I'm worried that I might waste it. I need a secondhand car for my family and I've always wanted... -
What does an anti-pollution warning light on my 2004 Citroen C5 suggest? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just acquired a 2004 Citroen C5 saloon that's done 100,000 miles. I've been driving it for a few weeks now and have an anti-pollution warning light... -
Why is my FIAT 500 1.3d making noise and emitting black smoke? 17 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 FIAT 500 1.3 MultiJet diesel purchased in March 2016. I've had a problem with sporadic engine noise, vibration and black smoke coming out... -
Which type of battery charger? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a VW Golf diesel that is used as a second car and only for long trips so hopefully avoiding DPF problems. I have been told that I cannot keep the...
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