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Do I have any recourse with the dealer or AA as our Fiesta needs a new injector? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We recently purchased a Ford Fiesta 1.4 diesel and had an AA check done on it. We now find that it needs a new fuel injector and two new alloy wheels,... -
Why is my car starting poorly from cold? 8 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
If the car is started from cold and moved a short distance, and then switched off and left for any amount of time, it won't start unless its towed. What's... -
Metriculous 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I now live in France and have done for about three years. I still though think of fuel consumption in mpg. Trouble is, all I can get is the rather unwieldy... -
VAGabomb 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Does the latest 1.6 diesel engine in the Audi A3 and VW Golf have a belts or chain cam? It seems to me that aside from the risk of a belt failure, the... -
Go forth and certify 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise which of the official fuel consumption figures most nearly corresponds to what an average driver in mixed driving can expect to see? -
Occasional pull 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a car that could legally tow a double horsebox with one horse, yet still be able to drive to work every day and not spend too... -
7-year switch 21 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2002 Yaris 1.3 auto from new, which has now done 26,000 miles. I thought should change my motor for a new Yaris. I am 77 - maybe five more road... -
What smaller hatchback would you recommend for a couple in their 70s? 4 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in our 70s and own a BMW 118d. Soon we feel we'll need a newer and smaller car, perhaps three years old and economical. Our favourite... -
I put AdBlue in my diesel tank - why do manufacturers put the caps so close together? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've accidentally put AdBlue in my diesel tank, which seems to be a really bad thing (possibly worse than petrol in a diesel car). Why do Renault put the... -
What is the OEM specification for the engine oil in a 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 1.6 diesel? 28 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me the OEM specification for the engine oil in a 2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 diesel? After hearing rumours of emission upgrades, I'll be having... -
Need a used family car for £8k - any recommendations? 22 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
Our 2005 Ford Mondeo Estate has suffered a terminal fault and we need to replace it with used car. We don't necessarily want/need another estate and have... -
I successfully sued Tesco for not labelling fuel pumps properly. 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I poured unleaded petrol into my diesel Hyundai iLoad van a few months ago at Tesco, but luckily realised before starting the engine. I looked at the pump... -
Which 3.5-tonne van has the greatest payload? 13 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Which 3.5-tonne panel van, new or old (preferred), has the greatest payload? The van will have to carry a lot of weight occasionally, so front-wheel drive... -
What is the lifespan of hybrid batteries? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
While there has been considerable research on the life of full EV batteries, I wondered if you have any advice on battery life in hybrid cars. I am looking... -
Was my six-year Hyundai service carried out correctly? 30 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Hyundai i10 that was due for its 6 years/ 60,000 miles service. After booking the car in, the dealer has completed an eSentials Full Service.... -
Is it worth turning the engine off at traffic lights? 10 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
A lot of cars nowadays automatically shut off the engine when the car stops. I do in it my 10 year old Mazda MX-5 at temporary traffic lights under the... -
Can you recommend a company car with low BIK tax? 21 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I’m due to get a new company car (I currently have a Volkswagen Tiguan). I want something of a similar size and spec but I’m after one with a much lower... -
Do plug-in hybrids self-charge while driving? 10 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
Does a plug-in hybrid have any self-charging capability? -
Buying a Ford Transit Custom - which diesel engine is best? 19 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a campervan based on the latest Ford Transit Custom Kombi high roof. It'll be a 2021MY Transit base and the two diesel engine options... -
Which is more important for a high mileage car, efficiency or reliability? 19 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I travel 130 miles per day, 5 days a week, and I'm currently in a Honda Jazz getting around 48mpg. I'm looking at getting a new car soon, and had considered...
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