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Economical petrol engine for 25,000 annual mileage? 26 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
What simple engined economical petrol family cars can you suggest for mainly motorway use of 25,000 miles per annum? I am considering a Skoda Octavia 1.2... -
Which family MPV will be reliable and has room for three adults in the back seats? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our 12-year-old Renault Kangoo is now on its last legs, our Hyundai i20 is too small as a main family car for two adults and three growing kids, and we... -
Are daytime running lights a good idea or not? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I understand that all vehicles sold within the EU will soon have to be equipped with daylight running lights. Until recently I have always regarded this... -
I put a deposit on a car over the phone - have I been scammed? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would be grateful for your advice concerning our attempt to purchase a car sourced on the AutoTrader website. My son saw a Citroen C5 Estate advertised... -
Replacement family car - what should we go for? 31 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently I drive a C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 HDi EGS Exclusive. We have been extremely happy with the vehicle, the ride and build quality, etc. and are in... -
Can you recommend a family car for four children and up to four adults for under £12,000? 12 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
We already have one 2-year-old boy and my wife is pregnant. Just as we were considering trading in the trusty Astra estate for a normal people carrier... -
Used car for long commute 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used car for a weekly commute (180 miles each way at the beginning and end of the week). From what I have previously read a diesel... -
Yeti with DSG 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I watched your road test video of the Skoda Yeti and am encouraged to go for a road test. My wife and I are planning on retiring next year and we need... -
Even spender 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery of a new Vauxhall Agila 1.2 automatic Design with air conditioning on 3 June 2010. On-the-road price with 1-years VED £12,985, and I paid... -
Could you recommend a more economical replacement for my wife's Subaru Forester? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife is using a Subaru Forester XT 2.5 auto which we bought in 2009. I anticipated that the annual mileage would be around 6000, but in fact it's double... -
Why don't motorways get potholes? 14 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
Our weather is frequently blamed for causing many of the potholes we're currently subjected to. If that is the case, why do motorways not suffer similarly... -
Can I drive my car with power steering failure? 15 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1994 Daimler Double Six (X305) with a serious power steering leak. I have booked it into a specialist garage but will it still be drivable with... -
Best £1000 car for a new driver? 17 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
What is the best car for my grandson to buy as a first car for around £1000? It must have cheap insurance, be good on fuel and reliable. -
How do I get a car on SORN to a garage to be MoTd? 14 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a car on SORN and need to use it. It has no MoT so how do I get it to a garage to be tested? Do I need to insure it? -
If I take my car to France permanently do I need to register it there? 25 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
If I take my car to France (it has to be done as will no longer meet ULEZ after April) do I need to register it there. And if so how long do I have to... -
What's a good second car for teenagers to learn to drive in? 19 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Please can you recommend a good second hand car? We are looking for something fairly cheap to buy, low cost to insure for new drivers and mostly just used... -
Turbo has failed three times - do I have any comeback against the dealer? 26 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Citroen C4 with a broken turbo and got a new one fitted with warranty. However, the new turbo failed within 10,000 miles. Another one was fitted... -
Which steel wheels will fit a Honda Jazz? 19 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have the chance of buying a nice 2005 Honda Jazz 1.2 with 14-inch steel wheels. However, the tyres are bald and need replacing. I can fit wheels/tyres... -
Faulty clutch after 4 weeks of buying car - what should I do? 11 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a 2007 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso four weeks ago and the clutch has failed. The dealer claims it's wear and tear. I've tried the warranty company... -
Why does my car take so long to heat up? 26 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
The temperate gauge on my Citroen DS3 diesel takes nine miles to reach operating temperate and on occasion has only reached 3/4 (my heaters seem to be...
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