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  • Take your pick-up 22 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I need to change my 2007 VW Touareg for a pick-up truck. What in your opinion is the best, most car-like pick up? It has to be automatic, have all the...
  • Climate changed 8 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Our son and daughter in law live in a very rural area and run 2 Toyota Avensis, about 8 years old. Both cars have and continue to do all that is required...
  • Legal A’d 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a seven-year-old semi-auto Mercedes A-Class petrol 190 that has suited me, but now I should replace it with something similar. I liked its performance...
  • Old for new 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have an 07-registered Mitsubishi Colt CZ1 (3dr, Black, Air Con, 18,000 miles, petrol, manual). I want to downgrade to something a little older say 2004/2003...
  • CRVous bodily harm 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am thinking about replacing my CR-V diesel 2006 32,000 mileage. I don't need 4-wheel drive, although it is nice to have. I need a car capable of returning...
  • Undergrand carriage 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I'm currently helping my mum chose her next Motability car. She has arthritis and needs a high driving position, an automatic gearbox and ideally she would...
  • Committed adultery 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
    My needs are fairly basic: to carry two adults (5' 8" and 5' 5"), a reasonable boot for carrying medical bags, plus Tesco shopping. It needs to be reliable,...
  • Can I legally get a car that hasn't been moved for a long time removed? 9 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
    Is there some kind of law that states if a vehicle hasn't moved for a long time then it can be removed?
  • Will delaying a service due to lockdown invalidate my warranty? 26 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
    My service is due this week and because of the pandemic, I won’t be taking it in. Will delaying the service affect my warranty?
  • Need a large and comfortable automatic - any suggestions? 28 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I currently drive a BMW 318i Touring with a manual gearbox, but am struggling to fit into the car and use the pedals. I would prefer a more upright driving...
  • Timing belt problems 7 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I may just be unlucky but it seems I am experiencing (by proxy - my son is the driver of these vehicles, but bank of Mum & Dad is involved) two cases of...
  • How do I check the DPF is in place on a used car? 2 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
    You kindly helped me chose between a petrol 4x4 and a diesel pick-up to replace my 20 year old Ranger. I've been looking at Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi L200,...
  • Will off-road tyres mean increased fuel consumption? 9 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Nissan Navara currently fitted with road tyres however I'm considering replacing them with off road tyres as some of my work takes me off road...
  • I'm a tall driver and need a car with space for rear facing baby seat - what would you recommend? 18 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
    We are looking for a car that can accommodate a tall driver (6ft4) and also a rear facing baby seat to fit in behind the drivers seat. We live in London...
  • What seven-seater car rental for Iceland in February would you choose? 2 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
    Holiday in Iceland's winter! We have a choice of 4 cars as there are 6 of us plus luggage. Obviously the weather will be snow/ice, which, living in the...
  • Can I modify my car to make it ULEZ-compliant? 21 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 1999 Nissan Primera which does not comply with ULEZ emissions regulations. My only option is to scrap the car, but I will not get money for it...
  • I need plug-in hybrid for towing - what are my options? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I currently have a Range Rover to tow my caravan while my wife has a Nissan Leaf as a run-about. I want to replace both with a PHEV 4WD towcar, my caravan...
  • Should we buy an electric vehicle outright? 1 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
    We're looking at the MG ZS EV to replace our 2014 Nissan X-Trail. We're not keen on paying interest on a lease when we could afford to buy outright and...
  • Which 4x4 do you recommend for towing and general farm work? 24 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
    We're looking for a vehicle with tolerable road driveability and 4x4 capability for light towing and lugging across our fields and general farm work. I...
  • Does rapid charging damage electric vehicles? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Does the rapid charging of electric cars have any significant detrimental effects, i.e. shortening the battery's life?
 

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