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Can I fit smaller wheels and tyres to my Skoda Superb II? 27 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Skoda Superb II Elegance is a magnificent car, fully justifying its name. But tyre wear is heavier than on the Superb I by about 60 per cent. My local... -
My Audi A4 has been recalled for a potential plenum chamber fault, but it's already broken down. What are my rights? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I received a recall letter last Wednesday for a potential problem with my Audi A4's plenum chamber. Ironically my car broke down on Saturday and, according... -
How can I find out which wheel and tyre sizes will fit my Peugeot 405 estate? 12 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'd be grateful if you are able to de-mystify some queries I have with wheels and tyres. My car is a P-reg Peugeot 405 estate 1.9td 1996. Its current tyres... -
Legend in its own lurchtime 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought my Yaris 1.3 MMT last September and within days I complained to the dealership about the jerking gear changes and the fierceness of the brakes.... -
Why do insurance companies pressurise car accident victims to accept courtesy cars and initiate personal injury claims? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
On the A12 last Saturday a car violently braked in the outside lane in front of me at about 70mph. I managed to stop in time, but the car behind hit me... -
Living in the passed 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Having driven quite often in South Africa, I realise the value of being able legally to overtake on either side on 3 or more lane roads. It makes lane... -
Disc grace 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a two year old current model Honda CR-V and Honda insists that the front brake discs require changing due to them being worn and rounded on a car... -
Daytime Running Frights 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
My new Mazda 6 TS2 has daytime running lights and since buying the car 3 months ago I have had four scary encounters where cars joining from side roads... -
Handle bores 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I was travelling on the M6, at approximately 60 - 65 mph, and was on the bridge over the Manchester Ship Canal, and intended leaving the motorway at the... -
Self-drive car ire 17 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 Accord Estate. I am thinking of updating it with a new model with lane control and automatic braking. What do you think of these extras,... -
Crash and grab 22 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is in a slightly similar situation to T.F. In February she was pulling out of a side road (you have to edge out as there are cars parked on... -
Service with a guile? 13 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I'd like some advice please regarding the servicing of my car. I have 2005/55 BMW 320D Touring. The mileage is approximately 37,000 and my local BMW dealer... -
Pillar talk 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am the proud owner of a 2-year-old Morgan Plus 4, which I am generally very pleased with. Recently (within the 24 month warranty period) the car has... -
Do I need beam deflectors for driving abroad? 28 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Does a 2022 Toyota Prius PHEV with Xenon Headlights need beam deflectors for driving on the European continent? Headlight lenses ae plain. -
Vauxhall Insignia automatic not running right 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
Eight months ago I purchased an ex-demo Vauxhall Insignia SRi CDTi with an automatic gearbox. However, the gearbox has started feeling lumpy when I lift... -
auto gearbox choice 23 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I briefly owned a 2009 VW Passat Estate – the 2.0L (138 bhp? TDi Highline version), with the DSG gearbox. Pulling out of a side road or entering a traffic... -
I think that older cars can be much better value than newer cars. 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Concerning recent correspondence about Jaguar XFs, diesels are more economical but by a very small margin when you consider the cost of fuel and diesel... -
Is the third party trying to scam my son after an accident? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 23-year old son (four years driving) had a very small bump some eight weeks ago on the M6 (clear weather, dry, daylight). The driver in front braked... -
Used and abused 14 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2003 Renault Laguna 2.2DCI Estate from a non-franchised local car centre last June. It had a new MOT but the advisory note said it had corroded... -
You’ve been misinformed 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
Motorists shouldn't get too enamoured with the recent government pronouncement of “Intelligent Speed Adaptation” GPS speed control for cars. Sponsored...
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