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What is causing a strange noise from offside front wheel? 5 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a used Toyota Aygo from a local Toyota dealer. The car has 7800 miles and cost me £9,900. It seems to function properly, except... -
Can you ride an electric scooter or hoverboard on the pavement in the UK? 20 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I just read an email from you in which there is a review of the Micro Sparrow electric kids scooter. A few days ago, I received an email from Surrey Police... -
Do all Audi S-Tronics suffer from erratic acceleration? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery in April 2012 of a new Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro with a retail price circa £53,000. This car is fitted with a DSG/S-tronic transmission... -
BMW Approved Used scheme - has my car been serviced properly? 31 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased an approved used BMW (2006 330i Touring M Sport) from a BMW dealer in August 2012 which I have two questions about; 1/ It has come to light... -
Problem with VW Polo electronic gear box 30 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Polo and I have had problems with the vehicle not responding to the accelerator following a period after the vehicle slows down. The... -
What would you suggest as a replacement for a Kia Picanto? 29 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
My wife is looking to replace her 2015 Kia Picanto for something with a little more power. She'd like something of a similar size, but with an automatic... -
How can I prevent my tyres getting damaged by potholes? 3 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
MY 2022 BMW M340i Touring failed its first mot yesterday. Yes, you’ve guessed, pothole damage to the front near side tyre. This will be the third tyre... -
How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,... -
Why does the cruise control on our Ford Fiesta fail intermittently? 10 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2020 Fiesta Vignale (125) with 18,000 miles. She has a persistent problem with both cruise control and stop-start which often doesn't work.... -
I've been driving fewer miles, should my car still have an annual service? 14 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 65 plate Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI. Due to Covid it hasn't done as many miles as usual. It had its MoT in October 2021 which it passed without issue.... -
My mileage has dropped, should I switch to a petrol car? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Nissan N-Connecta 1.5DCI with 48,000 miles on the clock. Due to a change in circumstances I no longer need to make a 20-mile journey twice... -
Can you recommend a reliable small crossover? 16 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
After owning two Honda Civics that were bulletproof in terms of reliability, I bought a Honda HR-V new in 2016. The car has only done 29k miles but I have... -
Can you recommend a reliable family car for £1000? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently looking for a second car that can double up as daily transport for short local journeys and taking the family and dog on local outings. We're... -
Do I need to service my car every year if it only covers low miles? 11 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Renault Twingo Dynamique S. It is serviced annually by the main dealer. The first year it did about 6000 miles but the last four years, it... -
Can I skip the oil and filter change on a low mileage car? 3 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Jaguar XK Convertible 5-litre last August. It was serviced in March 2019 at 76,600 miles and has travelled only 4000 miles since. It's used... -
Can I leave an electric car for months at a time without the battery going flat? 30 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying a secondhand electric car but I go away for three months every winter. Will the battery go flat and cause irreparable damage if... -
Can you explain whether a PHEV or a self-charging hybrid would be better suited to my driving? 6 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at changing my diesel car for a plug-in hybrid or a self-charging hybrid. Could you explain the difference between the two systems and whether... -
What is the point of hybrid vehicles? 14 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
What is the point of hybrid vehicles? For a self-charging hybrid, all electrical power would come directly or indirectly from petrol (diesel) engine. Surely... -
How can I check for internal tyre damage? 14 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
My car failed its MoT with a "do not drive until repaired" instruction due to a bulge on the inner wall of the nearside rear tyre. I have no dispute with... -
What future classic should I buy for £2500? 3 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have £2500 to spend on my first future classic car and was wondering if you could help? I'm torn between a number of candidates e.g Toyota MR2 MK3, MG...