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Norwegian would 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I once lived in Norway and I am sure there was an additive to put in diesel to lower its freezing point. Do you know if it can be bought here? -
Swift not swallow 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
My new Suzuki Swift 1.5 Automatic achieves 50mpg on a long run and 45mpg around town. This is my first car that beats the manufacturer figures for fuel... -
My wife's work Ford Fiesta is apparently not economical enough - why? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife works using a petrol 2006 Ford Fiesta to make urgent deliveries of prescription drugs to local chemists. The firm uses this car for emergency deliveries... -
My Volvo XC60 can't return claimed mpg figures - why? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I own a Volvo XC60 D3 Manual Drive, which I bought new in October 2010 and which has completed 12,000 miles of almost exclusively extra urban runs at 60-70mph... -
Should I worry about buying a classic with the changes to grades of fuel? 12 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
My father recently passed away so at the grand old age of 56, I am thinking of buying my first classic car in his memory and to make the most of the years... -
Why does my diesel Volkswagen Golf engine cut out and restart when I slow down? 19 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a brand new diesel Volkswagen Golf in January. There was a series of minor problems at first; tyres at the wrong pressure, pulling left, a burning... -
Focus 1.8 TDCi injector problem 3 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a used 57 plate Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi. I had it serviced and the guy said that the injector has a bit of a leak and the seals need to be replaced... -
What is the best way of accurately measuring real mpg? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've read your pages in the Telegraph for years but have never written before so I will take the opportunity to say I think you do a great job. Regarding... -
A misfueller and his money are soon parted 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
What has happened to colour coding? New V-Power PETROL with BLACK flexible pipe and nozzle? My last visit to a Shell petrol station in Warrington Road,... -
Thirst among equals 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a ‘nearly new’ Honda Jazz 1.4EX with manual transmission in December 2009. The model has an official fuel consumption of between 42.8 (urban)... -
Licence to chill - air conditioning and health 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you could publish an article about the possible hidden hazards of car air-con systems. I have just been made quite ill with breathing problems... -
What is the best self charging hybrid for £24,000? 13 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
What is the best self charging hybrid for £24,000 either new or used? -
Should I buy a petrol or a diesel car? 17 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
I do about 100 to 120 miles per week combination of motorway and city. Should I buy a petrol or a diesel car? -
What is the most economical 7 seater for £5k? 19 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the most economical 7 seater auto petrol to run on fuel with budget of £5000? -
Why is my Volkswagen 1.6 TDI running rough? 10 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen 1.6 TDI engine was running perfectly but one morning when I started the engine, it chugged and now holds the revs. It revs up and down with... -
Can I plan a route without smart motorways? 31 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is there any way to find a route from Bookham Surrey to Newcastle upon Tyne which avoids all the SMART suicidal motorways ? -
Which is the best petrol automatic small SUV? 6 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a new petrol automatic small SUV such as the SEAT Arona or other makes. My priority is mpg. -
Can I use E5 or E10 petrol in my Ford Focus? 23 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2020 Ford Focus Active X 1.0 EcoBoost 125. Can you advise on the best petrol to use in this car, please - E5 or E10? -
Which is the best Citroen gearbox? 1 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
What are Citroen's different auto gearboxes (EAT6, EGS6, ETG5) and which is the best and most reliable? -
Is the Ford Puma 1.0 MHEV a good car? 13 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
What is your opinion of the Ford Puma Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost MHEV 125PS?

