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Is there a defeat device in my Porsche Macan as with the Volkswagen EA189 engine? 17 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Porsche Macan 3.0-litre diesel, bought new. It recorded 42mpg or better on a long run and 39mpg average on short urban runs. Porsche wrote... -
Why can't we comment on reviews? 12 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Why cant we add comments to reviews? I don't own an Iveco Daily but drive one regularly and they're the opposite of the review, I think people should know... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel engine for driving long distances? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
What is the best petrol engine concerning resale value and longevity? I'm looking to get something used, about the size of the Skoda Yeti. I'll be driving... -
My new Peugeot Boxer has already had two mechanical issues - am I entitled to any compensation? 27 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a brand new Peugeot Boxer from a main dealer in May 2016. In June, it started to have a slight hesitation which has now worsened and makes... -
Why is my Volkswagen Touran using so much oil? 23 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 Volkswagen Touran 1.6 diesel with 13,000 miles on the clock. Recently the car has been giving me some problems. A while ago it was emitting... -
Buying a Civic Tourer - petrol or diesel? 2 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm planning to buy a new or nearly new Honda Civic Tourer but don't know which engine to get. I drive 12,000 miles per year and my daily commute is a... -
What company car would you recommend? 30 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I get a company car with my job and need a little advice. I fall into the 40% tax bracket and the company will only pay company mileage at recommended... -
Mazda 6 vs Volvo S60 20 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are considering buying a new car and have narrowed our choices to a diesel Mazda 6 and a S60 Volvo diesel. However we are concerned about reports that... -
Can you recommend a British-built family car? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My family is looking to buy a car, either new or second hand. We are looking to find the most fuel-efficient model possible. The car will be driven by... -
Peugeot RCZ - carbon build up in cylinders 9 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a four year old Peugeot RCZ with roughly 20,000 miles on the clock. Five months ago the engine warning light came on and after a diagnostic test... -
Do I need these additives at my Mazda service? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
My Mazda3 1.6 diesel is due for its second annual service shortly and has done 7300 miles. The garage says that Mazda recommends a bacterial cleanse... -
Is my Fiat 500 Multijet suffering from a DPF fault? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my Fiat 500 diesel Multijet in April this year. It's about five years old. According to the service history, the oil was changed in October... -
Can you warn your readers not to use their cards to pay for fuel at automated filling stations in France? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
A word of warning to motorists filling up at automated filling stations in France. I've just returned from a 2-week trip, and on checking my credit card... -
Rover 45 has died and won't start 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Rover 45 yesterday and as I was driving home the revs were bouncing up when parked at lights. Today, the engine light came on and the car died... -
Why doesn't our Chevrolet Aveo return its quoted mpg figures? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am writing to you regards the 1.2 Chevrolet Aveo LT we have just bought. We acquired it on 25 March and have now done 3000 miles but just don't seem... -
What's causing a misfire on our Ford C-Max? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel (80,000 miles, around 53/54mpg), which has always been main dealer serviced by the book. It suits us well and goes very... -
Rav4 power loss 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
The car has an intermittent fault. When occurring there is a sudden power loss. The engine does not stop but pushing the accelerator has no affect. You... -
Replacing a CA T after warranty work? 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I wrote to you some time back about a misfire on my wife's Vauxhall Corsa. Eventually, after a year they have managed to fix it. My only concern was the... -
DPF ruining MPG? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've read and understand all your replies to the 'my car doesn't achieve what the official figures say', but I have had a shock on my recent change of... -
What should I replace my faithful Honda CR-V with? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am having to think about getting rid of my beloved Honda CR-V. It is now 14 years old and has been the best car I have ever owned. I bought it when...

