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• The dangers of in car technology 31 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Recently, a California Highway Patrol officer and his family died in a car crash when he was unable to stop his Lexus ES350 from accelerating. In New York state, incomplete GPS information has contributed to an increase of commercial truck accidents, which has prompted potential legislation. Charette discusses how these particular stories illustrate the automation paradox--the more human operators rely on computer systems, the less likely they'll be ready to respond when those systems fail.
• recalls and reliability? 17 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Does a large number of recalls indicate poor quality from the start or a manufacturer's intention to look after the customers at their cost? Top 10 starting with most recalls: Renault Peugeot Ford BMW and MINI Citroen VW Opel Toyota and Lexus Fiat Mercedes Most recalled cars in no particular order: Alfa147, A4, BMW 3 series, Citroen C3 C5 C8, Ford Focus and C-Max, Mondeo, Mazada 6, Peugeot 307 206 607, Renault Laguna II Clio II Scenic Espace IV, VW Touareg and Porsche Cayenne.
• Ford Focus saloon (2005 - ) - saloon cars - whats the point..... 8 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  I can appreciate that some of the larger british, german or japanese saloons (Bentley, Merc, BMW, Audi, Lexus etc..) are very nice places to be and have huge boots but what is the point of a Focus size saloon? Other things come into play like does a medium size saloon depreciate more? On the other hand, if less saloon cars are sold does this make them more sought after by people who still buy them?
• £1500 Student Gumball Car!!! 10 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  Our shortlist consisted of Merc W210 E-Class estate BMW 5 Series Touring RR (see above) Jaguar XJ/Soveriegn Lexus LS400 All within the £1550 budget we have set out All help/suggestions much appreciated or offers of sponsorship!! Check out www.studentbrakeaway.com
• How many do you need? 28 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  It's Monday again and the DT Saturday edition has penetrated deepest rural France. I read in DT Motoring that the latest Lexus - described as unmemorable - has an eight-speed autobox and spends its life changing up and down for no apparent good reason. I see many recent cars have six manual gears. Just how many ratios do we need?
• Next Car Advice please 11 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  I want leather,auto,climate and I would like 30mpg average, the 850 did 32 average as I do a lot of m/way work in my 25k miles a year, also I'd like it to last at least 3 years. it's not an easy choice as so much is in my price range, on my short list is S70T5,S40T4,S402.0T,Omega2.5 The advice here seems good so can anyone give any other suggestions, can cars like the Nissan QX, Lexus GS300 achieve 30mpg ? Thanks in advance :)
• 25th Anniversary of the Airbag 9 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  b) Is there a finite number of airbags to be had before the extra safety protection they offer is marginal? IIRC one of the new Lexus models can be fitted with up to 12 airbags! Just before people get the wrong end of the stick, I think that the airbag is a GOOD safety device that certainly prevented my father from getting more seriously injured from a particularly nasty high speed accident(not hiis fault)last year.
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  What vehicle can cope with towing and long distance travelling? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We’re farmers and need to tow up to 2.5tons (trailer plus up to several cattle). The farm has a 4.0-litre diesel 2007 Range Rover Sport which has a number...
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  What's the best small SUV with memory seats? 12 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Now that hybrid working has settled down and insurance costs are going up, my partner and I are consolidating our two cars to one. However, a key essential...
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  Which premium SUV do you recommend? 22 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a succession of very nice estate cars over the years, but I have been persuaded by my wife that I should now be looking at an SUV. I accept...
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  Who's liable for my BMW's faulty timing chain? 25 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a used (2009) BMW 3 Series Touring 320D 10 months ago from a Lexus dealer. At purchase it had only 16,000 miles on the clock and a full BMW...
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  Which economical car for should we buy for local driving and occasional long trips to Spain? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are looking for a car with about £20,000 cash to spend, now retired and having had cars supplied to us like Volvo, Lexus and BMW 5 series...
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  I bought an HPI-checked car that turned out to be cloned. How can I get my money back? 11 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a car in May 2010 from a private seller. I conducted various checks including HPI and all came back positive, matching the info the vendor...
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  Can we have our BMW X5's headlights adjusted for use on the continent? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We are HM Forces stationed in Germany. We have just bought a right-hand drive BMW X5 and were assured by the seller that we did not need to buy continental...
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  Leased of his problem 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have to choose a car from what is available in our leasing pool. I've noticed your column in the paper and thought you might be the person to ask what...
• Best summer tyres for sedan car please advice? 29 Apr 2025 (Forum)
  Hi all i need to buy tyres for my rusty + hail bucket car , its japanese, lexus gs 350 2016 face lift size 19. Car is non f sport package ,can i use other size or i need to stick to 235 40 19? I think that was size ? Tyres are very expensive, i demand the best from my car so help me choose, here are options i like and i,am considering: Bridgestone t006 turanza - cheap non sporty tyre i was not happy from t005 cracked very fast, bridgestone potenza,sport
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  Can you recommend a cheap, reliable runabout? 15 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  We need to buy a secondhand car for my wife for local trips. She will probably do no more than 2000 miles per year. Can you please recommend something...
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  Should I sell or keep my depreciating diesel? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new diesel car in 2017 before retiring. Now we're in lockdown and can't afford to upgrade. I do low mileage and the car has depreciated dramatically....
• Stanley Meyer 19 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  Hydrogen Hybrid Technology, used for over 50 Years by The Military, NASA, Scientists, Universities and recently Car Makers such as Honda, BMW and Lexus… Guaranteed! For over 50 years international institutions, universities, engineering associations and independent testing labs have been compiling documentation and test results proving that small amounts of hydrogen added to the internal combustion engine significantly reduces toxic emissions, increases engine performance and provides a more complete burn of the fuel resulting in better gas mileage.
• Land Rover Range Rover - Proper Reliability Test by Brand.. (Guess who is b 12 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  v=sUIK7K_q8eY&t=756s">12:36 3: Toyota 13:02 2: Lexus 13:22 1: Honda 14:14     So no surprises there then.....