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The wheel reason is… 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having previously enjoyed an Audi A4 2.7TDI (190BHP) Multitronic and returned an average fuel consumption over 25,000 miles of 43.5 MPG, which pretty much... -
Why is my Vauxhall Astra starting to judder and idle roughly? 28 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought this 2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7 DTI diesel estate which, when I first drove it, was nice to drive without any problems. Later on the same... -
Where can I get a 4x4 with better fuel economy than my Ford Kuga? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford Kuga 20 months ago and really enjoy it. I drive 40,000 to 50,000 miles a year, mostly on the motorway, and I need space for materials,... -
Fooled again 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday I made the stupid mistake of putting petrol in my 2007 diesel car. I realised immediately and did not start the engine. We had a garage tow... -
Why won't my dealer repair a number of faults on my Ford Focus under warranty? 26 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had the fuel pump on my 2004 Ford Focus 1.8TDCi replaced under warranty by the garage I bought it from. It took them five weeks. Now there a problem... -
Someday smut 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I thought you might be interested to hear about my DPF experience. I drive a 2010 VW Golf 2.0 TDI GT, which I love. The mileage to date is less than 3,000.... -
Vol no vo 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2000 Volvo V70 (170bhp) that has done 60,000 miles with FVSH (purchased ex-demo in early 2001). For the past 6 months, every time I have put petrol... -
Indieseled exposure 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
When a friend of mine went to buy a used Ford Focus Diesel (he was very impressed with my 1.6 TDCI), he was told by the salesman at his local Ford dealership... -
Serious blow 12 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
We have a 53 plate 307 2.0HDI and recently every journey was enhanced by the ‘anti-pollution fault’ appearing - and an accompanying rev cut to 2,200rpm.... -
Fishing chips 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 123d and am looking at ways to further decrease my fuel consumption as I drive approx 100 miles per day, mainly all motorway sat on cruise... -
How can the average driver afford a new electric car? 5 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've just read the review of a Polestar 2. A look into the leasing deals on the internet mean that the cost for 36 months is £26K plus running costs. Working... -
I want an economical pick-up that can pull a 3500kg trailer - what do you advise? 28 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I need an economical van or pick-up that can pull a 3500kg trailer. What's your advice? -
Extended warranty won't pay for repairs - what are my options? 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son exchanged his Peugeot for a three year old diesel version, along with extended warranty. Last week the car suffered a burst a steel injector fuel... -
Is a missing heat shield an MoT failure? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
If the rear heat shield is missing is this an MoT fail? -
Most fuel efficient petrol small SUV? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
What's the best petrol small SUV for mpg? -
How long should spark plugs last? 26 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
How long should a set of spark plugs last? -
How will I know if my car's DPF is blocked? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
If the DPF is blocked in my Ford Kuga, how will I know? What is the cheapest way to deal with the situation? -
Is there a petrol hybrid estate you would recommend? 30 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a diesel Ford Focus. With all the controversy concerning diesels, is there a petrol hybrid estate you would recommend? -
Why is my Skoda Octavia having trouble starting? 10 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI and it won't start. If it does, it starts and is lumpy for a short bit then dies, does not get over 1000rpm. The fuel... -
Golf GTI instrument lights fading 8 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volkswagen Golf GTI (1996 model) I've noticed that the instrument lights are fading. I don't think the battery is to blame, but I have read that...

