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Car hire - are there age restrictions? 1 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Are there any age restrictions on car hire in the UK, i.e. for over 80s? In particular from the USA into Heathrow. The person has dual nationality... -
engine problem 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Why does my 53 plate Peugeot 406 throw water out of the expansion tank when its hot or cold, but drives sound? -
Where's the speedo pick-up on a 2008 Ford Focus? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can you please tell me where the speedo pick-up is on a 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi? -
Daihatsu Fortracktor 23 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
My faithful Daihatsu Fourtrack has a rusty chassis, so I will have to replace it. I need something pleasant to drive, reliable, diesel, economical and... -
Does the owner of a car have to be named as the main driver for insurance purposes? 28 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am the owner and registered keeper of a Peugeot 107 that I have not used for over a year as I now have a new car. The Peugeot is in the garage, untaxed,... -
I was caught speeding with one of the signs graffitied, can I appeal? 7 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I was caught speeding at 37 mph on the A40 in London, where the speed limit changes from 40 mph to 30 mph. I was driving in the rightmost lane around midnight.... -
Our son had an accident on a country lane with a tractor and trailer - who is at fault? 22 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
Our son had a crash on a 'C' class road, with no white lines. He was approaching a blind left-hand bend, on a road which he drives every day, so he is... -
I was wrongfully named as the driver for a speeding offence - what do I do? 14 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I drive a van owned by a company which back in June was caught speeding. I'm not the only member of staff who uses this van but the NIP was sent to the... -
Real MPG question 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
This site is great and I believe real mpg database can really be helpful for people. Still, I think real mpg values can be made more accurate by separating... -
Can you recommend a fun vehicle which is a bit 'different'? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm now 64 and retired but still love cars. We have a nice 2000 model Jaguar XKR coupe for classic car shows and summer day driving. For everyday driving... -
Should I buy a used diesel? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have driven Volvos with tremendous satisfaction since 1970, currently a V70 diesel estate, but now at 82 I am finding it difficult to get in and out... -
How should I prepare my car for driving across Belgium, Holland, France and Germany? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Later next month I will be driving to Germany. The trip will also include visits to Belgium, Holland and France. To comply with the European driving requirements... -
I need a car with 4x4 capability and good fuel consumption - should I consider a MINI Countryman? 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I wrote to you last year about driving 100 miles a day, 30 across hills on poor roads and 70 on the motorway. I wanted some 4x4 capability, excellent fuel... -
You may like to read my letter regarding the proposed EU ban on elderly drivers. 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have sent the following letter to the English local press here and in Spanish about the proposed EU ban from driving of elderly drivers. You may find... -
Defeetist - auto left-foot braking 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Another visit to the auto left foot braking issue. Last week I read that in a test it was proven that a driver using left foot braking brought the car... -
My two-year-old Peugeot 307 has a major clutch problem. What should I do? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a two-year-old Peugeot 307 in July 2009. It came with six months' warranty left and they gave me an extra six months, which obviously has recently... -
407 heaven 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have become addicted to your column in the Daily (and Sunday) Telegraph over the last couple of years. As a consequence of this I'm an occasional visitor... -
Sportomatic 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
Having read your car-by-car breakdown I think you’re bang on the money about the two cars we currently have. I would appreciate some advice over a new... -
Are cat's eyes disappearing from our roads? 4 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
Why are cat's eyes disappearing from many roads, when their aid to safer driving is well documented ? -
Why does my new car occassionally pull to the side? 13 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
My car is a 2024 Suzuki Swift All-Grip. On some rural sloping roads it will momentarily slightly pull to one side or another. It's happened 3 times in...
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