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  • All down hill 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    An article in yesterdays paper that recommends, "Never coast in neutral; idling uses more fuel than running in gear on a closed throttle.” I don't understand...
  • Sensored e-mail 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am upset about the way my local Volvo dealer dealt with an ABS fault on my V50. I believe there is an issue with Brake Pressure Sensors. I am £1,000...
  • Four into two 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have a bad back and took your advice seven years ago to buy a Renault Vel Satis at a discount. The only V6 diesel sold in England I would think. A wonderful...
  • Pleased leased me 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I thought that you might appreciate some positive feedback for a change. My leased 07 Audi A4 Avant 2.0TDI 140 has just completed 100,000 miles at an average...
  • Well soaked 17 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Yesterday I noticed water in the rear passenger foot well of my VW Passat saloon. Year is 1999. I am not sure how it got there and I no nothing about cars...
  • K sera sera 5 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently been widowed and my husband always used to check our car's "vital signs" as he termed it. My simple query is how often should I check the...
  • Whined up 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I've contacted you before regarding my Astra estate (regarding a hand brake ratchet problem - now fixed) and I'm sorry to question you again but have a...
  • Problems with VW DSG 3 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    HonestJohn I have a Golf Plus 1.6 Tdi 7 speed DSG Bluemotion, bought new 8 months ago. You have commented several times on the VW DSG and a hestitation...
  • Closing the stability door 14 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2004 VW Golf 1.6FSI SE. The ESP light came on recently. I took it to a VW approved workshop that carried out a computer based diagnostic check....
  • What are the best vehicles to use in the snow in the UK? 8 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
    What are the best vehicles to use in the snow in the UK?
  • Are there any issues in buying a car that was stored for three years? 20 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
    I am interested in buying a used low mileage diesel BMW. The previous owner was abroad for three years and kept the car in a garage untouched. He then...
  • Can I fit smaller wheels to improve ride comfort? 24 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
    Is it technically possible to change my low profile 19-inch wheels to 18-inch wheels? What are the pros & cons?
  • What should I replace on my four year old car to keep it reliable? 20 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently bought a 2020 Ford Focus 1.5 diesel in good condition with 79000 miles on the clock. It has been regularly serviced. What do I need to...
  • Why are the pedals on my new car so small? 14 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
    My new MG ZS Hybrid+ brake and accelerator pedals are tiny and set quite high. Ive noticed that a number of new cars have much smaller pedals than older...
  • I bought a car but it's not as described - should I go through small claims court? 4 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a Mazda MX-5 from Cinch. Their description said it had rear smart city brake support, I-ELOOP and i-stop, which it doesn't have. They have offered...
  • Is it safe to buy a secondhand EV that's stood unused? 7 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I'm considering buying a lightly used Mercedes-Benz EQB 350, which was first registered in June 2022, gas done 3,000 miles and seems to have been sat at...
  • How often do hybrid cars need recharging? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
    How often does the battery in a hybrid car need charging? I'm thinking of a Kia Niro and I do on average about 200 miles a week.
  • Should I fit all-season tyres? 4 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
    My Toyota C-HR is fitted with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres which are suitable for air temperatures above 8 degrees centigrade. Is this the correct tyre for...
  • Renault Twingo parked up for two years - will it have damaged the car? 8 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
    My mother-in-law's Renault Twingo Play (2015 plate), with 5,000 miles on the clock, has sat in her garage for two years. It has only been used for 100...
  • My car has barely moved since the last service. Do you think it really needs a full service? 16 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
    My 2015 Honda Jazz automatic has only done 41 miles since its last full service. It is due next month along with the MOT. Do you think it needs another...
 

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