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adjusting tickover 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004 Toyota Avensis automatic with 127,000 miles on the clock. When idling the revs are down to about 400rpm, the car will sometimes stall. My... -
Why does my Smart car feel like it's labouring at slower speeds? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a new Smart Car which is using a lot of fuel and feels as though it is labouring when trying to keep to 30mph and 40 mph speed limits. Is the car... -
Do all Honda CR-Vs make a lot of road noise, or is it caused by my tyres? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 3-year-old Honda CR-V 2.0 automatic. I get a lot of road noise - is this a general problem with this vehicle or is it the type of tyres fitted?... -
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... -
Autocratic transmission 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
Though it climbs local hills and accommodates golf clubs, the family Smart fortwo has an annoying gear change. What modest automatic should we try next... -
Town centred 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to upgrade my Skoda Octavia 2.0 petrol auto estate to a more economical car. We mainly use it for town driving and would like to know whether... -
The MoT extension date isn't showing on the Gov site, so will I still be able to tax my car if the MoT lapses? 31 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
My MoT is due on 4 May and I understand I will get a 6 month extension. However, when I check the Gov website, the date hasn't been extended. If I don't... -
Which petrol automatic SUV should we buy for motorway and local use? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Over the past four years our situation has changed. I no longer drive due to eye problems and my wife now does all the driving. She is in her mid 70’s.... -
Feetal position 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
With regard to using your left foot to brake an automatic, this will probably only work if someone uses the method from their introduction to driving and... -
Unintentional consequences 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
The Toyota "sticking accelerator" incident reminded me of the recent report about a family on a USA freeway who were unable to stop their car. Eventually,... -
Shifting circumstances 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
My problem is probably not uncommon. Some 5 years ago I suffered a series of strokes, which left me with an insubordinate left leg. I was advised by our... -
Is Start Stop orange light on an MoT failure? 25 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
Would a start stop orange light on dash fail an mot? -
Does slowing an automatic using the paddles instead of the brakes damage the gearbox? 28 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
Does it damage an auto gear box to use the paddle changers to slow down, rather than the brakes? -
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? -
What's the best front and rear dash cam? 10 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
What’s the best front and rear dash cam? -
Can listening to the radio cause a flat battery? 30 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Does playing the radio with engine switched off cause battery to go flat within 20mins? -
Are there any electric convertibles? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
Which reasonably priced convertibles are available and are any of them available as electric or hybrid? -
Which car brands offer free home-charger installation? 22 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
Which car makes currently offer free home wall chargers and/or free installation? -
Is a red cross over a smart motorway lane advisory or mandatory? 22 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is a red cross over a smart motorway lane advisory or mandatory? If it's the latter, what is the offence for driving in it? -
What's the best small car for £2500? 8 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm seeking a used small car to replace an ageing Nissan Micra. Preferably one that doesn't go wrong very often and is low cost to fix when it does. What...
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