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  • De-hyundrated 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have an April 2009 Hyundai i10 Comfort automatic returning 22-30 mpg. My dealer says this is because the engine is still tight (only 1,400 miles to date)...
  • Spin doctor 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a Toyota Auris 1.6 MMT in March 2007 and have generally been pleased with its performance. I only drive about 4,000 miles per year and it does...
  • Attend shun 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My Honda Jazz is specified to be serviced every 12,500 miles. After 5 years from new, there is only 13,600 on the clock, and my annual mileage is nowadays...
  • Ton cruise 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I've recently retired and am looking to buy a new or nearly new car. Ideally an automatic with cruise control; reliable, comfortable and reasonably fast...
  • Back to frontal 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Is it true that it is no longer recommended to rotate the wheels (i.e. front to back opposite corners, etc.) to even out the wear of the tyres? I use to...
  • 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...
 

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