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Is there a new equivalent of the MINI Countryman PHEV? 10 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a MINI Countryman PHEV. MINI no longer produces this model. Do you know if MINI has any plans to replace this model or what would be... -
Will driving a self charging hybrid on EV power alone cause damage? 3 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
If a self charging hybrid only does a low mileage mostly on electric power, does this have a bad effect on the mechanicals? -
What is the best used van for £7000? 9 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the best van to buy? I have £7000 give or take and want cheep insurance and tax, reliable and low cost repairs. Not sure what make to go for but... -
Should I use a rain repellent on my classic car? 20 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 1964 Humber and the wipers are not brilliant, even though I have renewed the blades. Would Rain-X help as I have heard mixed reviews? -
Do I need to replace my lost driver’s licence? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I’ve lost my driver’s licence which I renewed in April and, as I’m now 73, will need to be renewed again in 2026. As all my details are on the DVLA website,... -
If the battery pack of an EV is damaged can it be repaired? 12 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I understand that if the battery pack of an electric car is damaged by debris etc on the road, the whole battery pack has to be replaced as it cannot be... -
Is the 2015 Transit Connect a reliable van? 21 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6 diesel with 57,000 miles on the clock, I have noticed that it has had a new clutch at 47,000 miles,... -
Van-like seating position in a car? 12 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for work and find the seating position very comfortable as I have a bad knee which aches a lot in a normal car seat.... -
Can I replace just two tyres on a four-wheel drive Audi? 26 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I’ve picked up nails in two of my Audi Q7 tyres and need to replace them. Should I replace all four tyres? -
Can you recommend a small automatic for motorway driving? 18 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a five-door small automatic car to commute to work and should last for another 10 years or so with an average miles of around 12,000 miles... -
Should I apply for my driving licence now? 20 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
As my licence has to be renewed in August, can I apply now for renewal in view of the backlog? The DVLA ,in the past, has sent me paperwork for completion... -
I received my new driving licence within a few days - is this unusual? 6 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I received a reminder from the DVLA to renew my licence on Monday 25 April. I did it online the same day and returned my old licence to Swansea. The new... -
Applied for 50 per cent road tax reduction - can I drive my car? 4 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I sent the DVLA documents for the 50 per cent road tax reduction, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP) letters, MoT certificate and cheque. I... -
Winter tyres vs grip control - which is better in the snow? 20 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
Does a car with winter tyres grip the road as well as a car with grip control? -
Will a PHEV recharge itself when driving? 11 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
Do plug-in hybrids recharge the battery whilst moving like standard hybrids? -
I only got a £20 refund for driving 80% less during the Covid period. Should I ask my insurer for more? 9 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
Out of the blue, my insurance company has offered to refund me £20 - a 6% refund on my annual premium for driving 80% less during the Covid period. The... -
Does the licence extension announced by the DVLA apply to me? 13 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a paper license and will be 70 at the end of December so will have to change to a photo card license. Does the extension announced by the DVLA apply... -
What's the most comfortable hatchback? 17 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I love just crusing around in a really quiet, comfortable car. I'm not too bothered about steering dynamics or a fun drive. I just want to glide along... -
Could you suggest a petrol SUV under £25,000? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
We have been driving a Nissan X-Trail for the past five years and it’s been great: reliable, very comfy and decent on fuel but it’s a diesel and we only... -
What's the best used car with 4WD under £7000? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
Currently, I'm driving a 20-year old Mercedes C-Class automatic (love it, besides its rust and repairs). I'm looking for a spacious, used car under £7000,...
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