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Handbrake warning light stays on 11 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Volkswagen Polo 2006 (06) 1.2s in April 2012 from a main dealer. The car is under a years warranty and since purchase I have had to have... -
Replace the timing belt or risk it? 12 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an X-reg Peugeot 306 Diesel estate, which has just over 159,000 miles on the clock. It has just passed its MOT, has had work done on brake pads... -
Volvo swap shop 5 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Thanks for advice on a previously related question. I currently own a S40 1.9 D S (115) and saw a 03 S60 D5 for sale locally. Was interested until owner... -
Thanks to CarGiant for good customer service following a problem with a car I bought from them. 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I had an alignment problem with a car I bought from CarGiant, which I had fixed independently, then wrote to CarGiant. The response was: “Thank you... -
Is it safe to fit only two winter tyres to a car for driving in snow? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have had a few disagreements with friends and colleagues concerning the fitting of two winter tyres only during the British winter. Personally I consider... -
Can I fit different wheels and tyres to my BMW 330Ci to improve the ride quality? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 BMW 330Ci Sport convertible. It is a lovely car except for the rock-hard ride caused by the sports suspension with 18-inch wheels and 35/40... -
Treading carefully 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have tried to identify what type of winter tyre is suitable for a 215/45R17 that is on the latest model of the Prius. Toyota UK were no help, the local... -
Gripping yearn 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I had a 3-year old VW Passat estate fitted with 235/55 R17 tyres. I bought a spare set of steel wheels fitted with winter tyres marked 205/55 R16 for this... -
MoT in my back yard 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
A government proposal to reduce the frequency of MoT tests could affect road safety in the UK. Under the current MoT system, our cars receive a yearly... -
Zafira cruise control problems 22 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
After a short break on a long run, our Zafira's cruise control sometimes won't engage until 10 to 20 minutes after setting off again. A Vauxhall dealer... -
Skoda has updated the software in my DSG automatic and the car has been transformed. 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Further to previous correspondence with you regarding DSG gearbox hesitation on exiting junctions and joining roundabouts, today, on Skoda's request, I... -
Winter Tyres 16 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2008 Volvo V70 D5, and I am considering winter tyres. My previous car, a Volvo 850 had 205/50 R16 tyres and the handbook recommended... -
The wheel hubs of my new Volkswagen Scirocco are rusting - how do I stand on this issue? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
In May this year I purchased a new Volkswagen Scirocco costing £23,000. My present mileage is 2,000 and my problem is traces of rust appearing on the ‘drums’... -
Reverse gear in our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso has been damaged - could my wife have caused this? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife put our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso in reverse gear on our drive, and as she started to move backwards there was a loud bang and the car shuddered.... -
Bless ‘em all 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having read your page today, I wonder at the intelligence of people who can drive a car for five years without noticing that it doesn't have a spare wheel.... -
Hi-dee i 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just retired and need to replace my much loved 'X' registered Ford Focus. Although I am reluctant to do this as it has only done 47,000 miles, it... -
Kith and Ken 8 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have a neighbour who has just bought a massive American truck. It is, I believe a Kenworth tractor, similar, I am told to the trucks in the series:... -
Empty well 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would confirm that carbuyers can consider themselves lucky to be given any sort of spare wheel at all. Looking at various used cars before buying, I... -
Assistance required? 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
A friend of mine has a Golf Plus, just over 3 years old. Original owner, full VW service history, 42k miles. A braking system warning light came on. He... -
Recouperation 13 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 1995N BMW 840CI for eight years. The car has a full BMW service history and I have no intention of selling it as I think it is a great car...
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