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Can you recommend a good diesel car for motorway journeys? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’m considering changing our 2009 Ford Focus 1.8, which is still running well with 70,000 miles on the clock. It’s used as the second family car mainly... -
What product will get rid of mould on a convertible hood? 29 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
The fabric on the roof of my MX-5 has gone a little mouldy. Can you recommend a good product to clean it with? -
What car and tyres should I buy for a long motorway commute? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'll be commuting 310 miles, mostly motorway once or twice a week. I want an economical, very quiet, comfortable good riding automatic with adaptive cruise... -
VAG. engines 23 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
Dera HJ Speaking as an avid reader of your column I read that virtually every type of VAG diesel or petrol engine has relliability and other failure issues,there... -
Winter wheels and tyres 3 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
Please advise your readers of potential problem with swapping over winter wheels on newer cars with tyre pressure monitoring systems. I purchased a new... -
Why are accident repair costs so different? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
Why does insurance cost so much? Let me tell you. I was involved in a minor bump with a parked car. No damage to mine, and only door skin and window glass... -
Can you recommend a fun car for £25,000? 10 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a new/nearly new car, budget up to £25,000. I do not transport, children, dogs or surfboards, therefore, have a very wide choice. I do... -
Why Can't I Buy a New Mondeo? 6 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am replacing my written of 9-3 Saab SportWagon with a brand new Mazda 6 tourer, 2.0 (145 PS) petrol engine SE-L, metallic paint, mats and boot liner,... -
I'd like to buy a new Skoda Octavia, but does the cam belt really need changing every four years? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
The new Octavia is getting acclaim in all the reviews I have seen, but few have tested or commented on the 1.4 TSI 140PS petrol unit which I am thinking... -
What do you think of the Eco-Drive on the Jaguar XF? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently taken delivery of a new Jaguar XF 2.2d and find it a very comfortable motorway cruiser, if a little underpowered but manage 45mpg at a... -
Which spacious, reliable vehicle offers good performance in winter? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Volvo V50 which is perfect for me and four dogs, however winter conditions pose problems. I live in a rural and hilly part of Devon... -
SUV with good ground clearance and adequate boot space 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to replace my much loved Daihatsu Terios. I need a reliable 4 wheel drive automatic (dodgy knee). It must be able to deal with unmade... -
Which safe 4WD car offers fun, practicality and room for a family? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Mazda MX5, which I love to bits, but which isn't practical as it snows where I live, so the rear wheel drive isn't the best. I thought a 4WD... -
Which 4x4 pick-up do you recommend for high mileage work purposes? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a new or nearly new 4x4 automatic twin-cab pick-up. I have searched the web and reviews for Toyota, Mitsubishi, Isuzu and Mazda... -
Can I change my BMW 1 Series' tyres for something with a more comfortable ride? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently changed my car from a BMW 3 Series to a 1 Series 1.6 model and I have Michelin tyres 205/55 R16 91H runflats and I find the ride to be... -
Which large, comfortable car offers easy access? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a BMW 330d. While I love the car, I have recently had major heart surgery and find it cramped and low to get out from, so I'm looking... -
Which twin-cab pickup to replace our ageing Mercedes-Benz? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E270 showing 150k miles, which is now developing some issues. We have spent a lot this year on a new clutch, ball joints etc.... -
BMW 3 Series offside tyre wear 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 335cd sport coupe 2007. I have had this car from new and after 9000 miles I noticed the front offside outer edge of tyre wearing, and also... -
Crack in panoramic glass roof of Honda CRV Exec CDTI 2009 model 10 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Recently, a crack appeared in the glass panaramic roof of my 2009 Honda. I booked the car in at the local Honda dealer who took pictures and agreed there... -
….the harder they fall 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 4-year-old VW Golf from a main dealer last May. It is a 1.4GT TSI with 170bhp. I paid a good price. It had 18 inch Charleston Alloys with 225/40...
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