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Can you recommend an automatic car with a petrol engine and high driving position? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I feel it's time to replace my 2007 Volkswagen Golf Plus DSG diesel. I've been very happy with it but am considering a change. What would you recommend... -
Will winter tyres work in heavy snow? 7 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Access to my house is via steep single track lane which does not get gritted. In the past I would avoid going out if I woke to a fresh fall of snow but... -
Is there a good substitute for Renault's discontinued Clio Sport Tourer? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Renault Clio Sport Tourer 1.5 DCI Dynamique. I would gladly replace it with another but am disappointed to learn that the Sport Tourer will... -
Which company car for my colleague will handle A and B-roads, congestion and motorways? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
A colleague travels from work in Lancashire to home in mid-Wales every week. She runs a company car on a three-year lease. For the first time she has decided... -
Skating on ABS - a quick way into the hedge? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
While sliding helplessly across a road junction and into the opposite hedge I had time to consider that ABS isn't really any help at all on thin or slushy... -
Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great... -
Steller rimmington 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 3-year old Audi Q5 that has done 55,000 miles. The tyres on it are 285/30 ZR 22, for which we can’t seem to get hold of replacements. Will other... -
Choice of three executive saloons - which would you recommend? 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of around £25k to buy an executive saloon. My criteria are as follows: - Diesel, over 45 combined mpg - Auto preferable but manual... -
Winter wheels and tyres and increased insurance premiums 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own an Audi A6 with 235 35 R19 summer tyres on. I decided to change them to a 225 50 R17 winter/all season tyres. On informing my insurance... -
Which family-friendly company car do you recommend? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband needs to update his company car. He does about 25,000 miles a year so needs a comfortable, fast and fun car to drive. Currently he drives an... -
can you suggest a small, fun hatchback? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2005 Skoda Fabia VRS TDI 130 that I love, but it's done nearly 100,000 miles and I'm wondering if now is the time to trade it in before things... -
Which petrol automatic SUV should I buy? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned two Audis over the past 13 years, but now I've retired I drive fewer miles and need a higher seating position to ease entry and exit. I naturally... -
Which luxury sedan should I pick? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy my sixth car, which must be a premium sedan. I have shortlisted the F10 BMW 530d, W212 Mercedes-Benz E350CDI, new Jaguar XF diesel... -
Are all-weather tyres adequate for use in snow, or should I fit dedicated winter tyres? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a set of Pirelli Scorpion STR tyres on a Volvo XC70. I discussed winter tyres with my local tyre dealer last year and he pointed out that Scorpions... -
Which cars offer good comfort for a back pain sufferer? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I had a slipped disc a few years ago, and still get backache. I find that sitting for more than about half an hour brings on back and leg pain, and driving... -
Buying back my company car? 9 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My company car is a 58 reg Audi A4 Avant Multitronic 140 SE tdi which I've had from new and we have covered 43,000 enjoyable miles together. When the... -
Which SUV could I replace my Nissan Murano with which will be cheaper to run? 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 4-year-old sports utility, a Nissan Murano, but running it is breaking the bank as it only does 20 miles to the gallon and road tax is a mind-boggling... -
Used, economical family car - what would you recommend? 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to trade in my 2003 Seat Leon Tdi and am in the market for a used mid / large sized family car. My commute equates to around 300 miles... -
Can you recommend an estate car for high mileages and long distances? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own and drive a 1998 Audi A4 1.8. I am 23 with one child and due to get married next year. Being in the forces, I am doing a fair few miles... -
Will the W204 Mercedes-Benz C200 really never need replacing? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004 Ford C-Max TDCi with over 100,000 miles on the clock, which will need replacing fairly soon. I seem to remember you writing that if one bought...

