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Which car models are available with DSG transmission? 15 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am fairly sure you listed a number of makes/models with DSG transmission options in a relatively recent reply in the Daily Telegraph. I failed to make... -
Little ship-wreck 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
The garage has just confirmed today that my beloved FIAT Barchetta is almost certainly a write-off. I'll really miss it. But I think I'll go for something... -
Under suspension 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I retire next May after thirty years in the prison service, and I am buying myself a quality car. The two models that I have looked at are the BMW 5 sport,... -
D R hell 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Many drivers now use their headlights all day long, even in clear daylight, which is very distracting and therefore dangerous. Lights on in clear daylight... -
Scrap happy 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new car on the scrappage deal. Have been looking at: Hyundai - just was not feeling it, although I appreciate excellent value for... -
Do I need to tell my insurer about a box junction PCN? 8 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
Do I need to tell my insurer about a box junction PCN? -
When should a car's oil level be checked? 15 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
When should the oil level in a car be checked? Is it when the car is cold, warm or hot? -
Buying a nearly new Passat - what should I look out for? 5 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a late 2015 Volkswagen Passat diesel - 1.6 TDI - from a dealer. Is there anything in particular I should know about or look out for... -
Where should I sell my Porsche 911 and what could I replace it with? 28 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I drive an increasingly inappropriate Porsche 911. It's wrong for two reasons - it's a sports car, so it's best for younger folk and at 63 maybe I'm getting... -
I've created a graph showing the long-term fuel economy figures for my Audi A6. 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
You ran an email on the usefulness and accuracy of official fuel economy figures, and mentioned you were adding the ability to log real life fuel consumption... -
Does the Jaguar XJR have any known problems I should look for? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a 2003 Celica (140bhp) for two years now and fancy a bit of a change. Talking down the pub with friends, we got on to slightly older but very... -
Shifting circumstances 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in dispute about the relative merits of automatics and manuals. My view, from my advanced years, a lifetime in the industry (with Ford)... -
What's the best car for a family with two children? 2 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
My London-based son and his family need to replace their problematic Mazda CX-5 in a hurry. They need a car to accommodate their two small children and... -
If I change from 20-inch to 18-inch wheels will this improve ride comfort? 10 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased an Audi A7 on 20-inch wheels. If I replace the wheels for 18-inch wheels would I achieve a greater level of comfort? Would you... -
Will an electric car be able to tow a caravan? 8 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
Will electric cars be able to tow a caravan? -
Cam belt confusion - when should the timing belt be replaced? 4 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm finding it difficult to definitive answers on cam belt changes on both of my cars. Some sources are saying 10 years/100,000 miles for my 2013 Jaguar... -
Should I hide my car's registration number in an online advert? 6 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I’m shortly planning to place an ad on Autotrader to sell my car (an Audi A2 for £2000). What is your advice regarding whether or not to display the car’s... -
Can electric cars tow a caravan? 29 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
It will apparently be possible to tow with the new Nissan Ariya. If so, what weight? Surely the range will be devastated. Also, is anyone planning to provide... -
What's best in the snow - snow socks or snow chains? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
The recent cold snap has got me wondering whether I should invest in a pair of snow socks or snow chains? Which are best suited to the British Winter and... -
Can we keep our DSG automatic in D when held on the handbrake? 8 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
We are about to buy a Volkswagen T-Cross DSG which has a manual handbrake. In London we have a lot of traffic lights and historically we have kept the...
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