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Why did my wife's 2010 BMW 118d catch fire? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 2010 BMW 118d Coupe automatic caught fire under the bonnet last week and completely burned out. Fortunately, she evacuated in time and called... -
Revs not falling immediately when lifting off the gas 30 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
When taking my foot off throttle and depressing the clutch to change gear, there seems to be a delay in the revs falling in my Honda Jazz. If I delay... -
Shrink wrapped 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need to run my BMW 330d Convertible right through this coming winter so I decided to fit winter tyres. I chose the BMW approved Goodyear Eagle UG GW3-RSCs... -
Looking for an Audi A3 replacement 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 10-year old Audi A3 that has covered 60,000 miles. A high proportion of her driving is in town and on shortish runs; now she wants a new... -
Fiesta fuel pump has failed. Help please! 20 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
It's a problem with a Fiesta that's been left standing for four weeks while the owner was away from home. Now, the fuel pump is not running for 1~2 seconds... -
What's causing the flashing glow plug light on my Mondeo? 20 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
The glow plug light on my Ford Mondeo 2.0LX 115PS TDCI 2003 (53) is continually flashing. I've had the glow plugs replaced, but the light still flashes.... -
Winter tyre sizes on a BMW 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
This year a purchased a 2005 BMW 530d M Sport Auto. I am looking to purchase a set of winter wheels and am somewhat confused as to which size of tyre... -
All season tyre speed ratings 13 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 2 year old Yeti TDi 140 Elegance 4x4 needs a set of 4 tyres. It's still running on the original Dunlop SP 01 225/50x17 94W factory fitted tyres. I wish... -
Are diesel engines safer than petrol engines? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've been following the diesel versus petrol debate, which seems to be concerned mainly with the overall costs. I've bought diesels for the last 25 years,... -
Why do you rate BP Ultimate diesel over Shell V-Power for diesels? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 2006 Honda Accord 2.2 i-CTDi and have been using Shell V-Power diesel fuel exclusively. I was just wondering what your thoughts are and... -
I accidentally put petrol in my diesel tank 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are OAPs (that places us in the almost idiot class to some!) On Saturday my wife put £5.00s worth of Sainsbury's City Diesel in the petrol tank of... -
Engine trouble with a 1996 Astra 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My mother-in-law has big problems with her 1996 Astra. A couple of months back the woodruff key in the crankshaft timing pulley wore and sent all the timing... -
My Skoda has suffered an irreparable turbo fault - who is to blame? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 10-year-old Skoda TDI with 1.9 diesel engine and 70,000 miles on the clock. My wife drives the car, and even she complained of lack of power.... -
Concerns over the DPF on my C-MAX 31 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1.6TDCI C-MAX on 2011 plate. The mention of DPF keeps rearing its ugly head. Diesels use less fuel so pollute the planet less (in theory),... -
Plug-in car heaters and dehumidifiers 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
The fan on my car heater has broken and would cost hundreds to mend. I don't need it most of the time as the heater itself works, but after I have scraped... -
Fronts and family 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
My son is about to take his driving test, and his mind has turned to insuring his car assuming he passes. Currently he's with Learner Drivers Direct, which... -
Seating plans 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had to return my company Mercedes Benz Vito Dualiner (6-seater), which was a fantastic family vehicle with masses of space. I now have... -
Car for less than £4,000 22 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive an 02 plate Mazda 6 2.0 petrol auto. I do 25k a year, 80% on A-roads and motorways. I average 36mpg in the Mazda with careful driving. I... -
High idle speed 20 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Mondeo used to idle at just under 1,000rpm on the rev counter. Now, when I start it up, it goes up to 2,500 for a few seconds, then comes down to just... -
Why is my Citroen Xsara's engine cutting out? 16 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
A couple of weeks ago, as my wife drove to work in our 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.9 diesel estate, the car simply stopped and turned itself off with the engine...
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