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My son's newly bought Mazda CX-5 cut out and the engine management light is on - what's wrong with it? 3 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
My son purchased a 2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2d with 27,000 miles on from a Mazda dealer. It cut out at a roundabout and would not start and the Engine Management... -
When buying a used car, whats more important - mileage or number of previous owners? 14 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
We’re looking to buy a used Honda CR-V for around £7000. What’s more important, miles on the clock or number of previous owners? -
Our car has a 1.0-litre turbocharged engine - should we leave the engine running after driving? 13 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
We have an Audi A1 with a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine. Do we have to leave the engine running after a 30-mile drive to settle the oil? -
What double cab pick-up truck is the best buy for £10,000? 12 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in buying a double cab pick-up with a value up to £10,000, but there appears to be a wide choice. Do you have any recommendations as to... -
Why is the Volkswagen emissions fix not being withdrawn? 6 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
Why is the Volkswagen emissions fix not being withdrawn? My Volkswagen Golf 1.6 bluemotion had the 'fix' two days ago and this morning had to be recovered... -
Is it possible to convert a diesel to run on LPG? 6 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need a car to tow a 1500kg caravan and have always thought a diesel was the answer. However due to the current anti-diesel climate, what car will be... -
Volkswagen Tiguan emissions fix - what do I need to know? 5 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have received the invitation to have my Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI "fixed" by the main dealer to deal with the emissions issue. I have read the reports... -
Mitsubishi Shogun Challenger - how can I fix rust? 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun Challenger V6. On the recent MoT the advisory information states that the coil springs, ladder chassis, steering and suspension... -
Need a used car for towing a horsebox 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a second hand car on a budget of up to about £5000 with the primary purpose of pulling a horse trailer. Looking for something that... -
Will stop/start cause turbocharger damaging 9 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a 3 Series BMW 320i Xdrive and assume it has a turbocharger fitted. With previous turbocharged cars I have always allowed a couple... -
New car has broken down - can I reject it? 11 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I picked up my brand new Ford EcoSport a few days ago. Within 24 hours, it had a steering lock fault and would not start. I was forced to call out the... -
Garage has broken car and now won't fix it? 28 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I left my car with a garage for blown exhaust manifold gasket. Said it was the head gasket so told them to go ahead. Now garage cann get car to start.... -
Buying an automatic hatchback 8 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a used Ford Focus-sized petrol (or petrol-hybrid) automatic. Can you assist with a short list that would take into consideration cost to... -
Should Kia warranty cover a broken gearbox? 7 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 85 year old neighbour has a three year old Kia Picanto with 7000 on the clock. Last week it was towed off the motorway with no drive and the dealer... -
Renault Clio - Broke Down and Towed Away Fees to Get Car Back 14 Nov 2014 (Forum)
Hello Two weeks ago my friend was driving home in the rush-hour traffic and the car broke down. Thinking of the safety of other road users,... -
Hyundai ix20 - What cars will take a 44ins wide load? 30 Sep 2014 (Forum)
The good thing is the ix20/Venga are available with a proper auto box (no horrible automated manual for us), the bad thing is it isn't big enough to tow our caravan. So OK as a replacement for Mrs SDA's ageing Yaris Verso but the search goes on for a 44ins wide tow car. -
Octavia Scout - Is it such a good tower? 22 Jul 2014 (Forum)
The latest road test by David Ross makes much of the Scout's towing capabilities. Sure Skoda are happy to publicise that it'll pull 2000kg and with a relatively light chassis and plenty of oomph coupled with 4WD it sounds as if it should be great. Think again however. -
Which tyres for an X-Trail? 12 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My X-Trail is presently fitted with 215/60 R17 96VMS Pirelli Scorpios. The local tyre dealer now advises that these have been replaced by Pirelli Scorpio... -
Replacing a used Octavia - good idea? 23 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m thinking of replacing my 2003 Skoda Octavia Elegance hatchback 1.9 TDi. The car is great and tows a 1140Kg caravan with no problem, but I want to replace... -
Can a 'get me home' spare wheel be used with a caravan? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
In common with many new cars, the Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI has a narrow 'get me home' spare wheel that is limited to a maximum speed of 50mph. If I have a...
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