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Is a hybrid car a good choice for towing? 14 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of changing my diesel Skoda Karoq for a hybrid petrol car - either a plug-in or self-charging. I am worried because I tow a caravan and most... -
What's the best learner-legal machine for commuting? 11 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
Would you recommend a scooter or a Honda CB125 and, if the latter, which variant would you suggest? I'd use the bike for a daily 60-mile commute which... -
Should we go for the 1.2 or 1.6 automatic 2017 Peugeot 3008? 27 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We are in the process of buying the new 2017 Peugeot 3008. My husband wants the 1.6 petrol automatic but I think we should get the 1.2 auto. He wants the... -
What problems should I look out for on my 10 year old BMW? 23 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own 57 plate BMW 335i M sport Touring with 65k miles on the clock. We are the second owners of the car which we acquired from a main dealer 4 years ago.... -
Why is my Golf's ESP light permanently on? 9 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2008 Volkswagen Golf with 68,000 miles on the clock. Recently the ESP warning light has come on. Pressing the ESP button has no affect. Will this... -
Why won't my BMW 320i start? 7 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have had a BMW 320i for about three months and during this time it has developed an intermittent starting fault. Basically, about every fourth time I... -
Buying a used Audi A3 - which engine is best? 27 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am well aware of the problems of certain Volkswagen engines, but I like the old A3 5 door body shape as visibility out is good. Which is the best, most... -
Jaguar XJ6 - fix or sell? 18 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 1997 Jaguar XJ6 for £700. The sale included a private plate. Since then, I've spent £360 replacing the rear driveshaft because of bearing... -
Which wheel size is best for the Qashqai? 14 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel with four-wheel drive on standard 18-inch wheels. The ride is very hard and you have on previous occasions recommended... -
Electrical problems with Renault Espace 10 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
Last week, I was driving home in my 2009 Renault Espace and decided to stop off at a shop. When I got back into the car, it would not start. There appeared... -
Downsizing for winter tyres/wheels 3 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
Hi there, Our (new to us) Jazz uses 185/55R16 tyres which are not too commonly found. We always change to winter tyres, but wanted to downsize for winter... -
Broken handbrake after recent repairs - should the garage pay? 17 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Mazda MX-5 apparently requires a complete handbrake lever assembly after being delivered to my local main dealer on a tow truck due to an oil leak.... -
Can the police use laser speed detection equipment at night? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Following on your response about speed cameras at night, it's worth noting that the police can of course use a laser speed device at night (although arguably... -
How should I drive my Toyota Auris hybrid on a steep downhill slope? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Toyota Auris Hybrid, but there seems to be no literature on driving hybrids. The local trunk road has a long steep hill down to a major roundabout... -
Small petrol automatic - recommendations please? 9 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for something with five-doors to replace our beloved Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.6JTDm 120PS, which isn't practical with kids. It's our second car and... -
Should we sell or keep our Fiesta? 16 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have owned a Fiesta 1.25 Zetec for 5 years and it has done 26000 miles. It is used for a daily commute of 8 miles each way. We are wondering what will... -
Parts for modern classics 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought HondaPrelude 1990 I put in Slick 50 at once. So far engine has been fine. Various other faults such as gaiters, radiator, tyres, filters brake... -
My Honda Civic automatic sometimes lurches forwards - how can I prevent this? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Honda Civic Hybrid automatic. On two occasions the Honda has lurched forward from starting and I haven't had time to react before hitting something... -
Mazda 2 ABS Fault 21 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an 08 plate Mazda 2 1.5 Sport. I bought it about 14 months ago from a Mazda dealership. It has a full Mazda service history and has now covered... -
Should I worry about black oil? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just picked up my HDI Citroen C3 Picasso from its two year service (25,000 miles) and on checking the oil level the oil is black. On lifting...
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