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When should I change the transmission fluid on my Astra? 7 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own an Astra J with the 1.4 petrol engine with an auto transmission. The car has covered 65k. I know that every automatic transmission, sooner or later,... -
Buying a hot hatch - Polo GT or MINI Cooper? 28 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife wants to replace her ageing Audi A3 automatic. She is dithering between a new Volkswagen Polo five-door Blue GT or a MINI Cooper five-door hatch,... -
As a manual driver for 52 years, I am struggling to learn to left-foot brake when driving an automatic. 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
While your advice to use both feet may be perfectly sensible for many drivers, for someone like me, 70 years old, an owner and driver of cars - mostly... -
What's the whining sound coming from my Citroen C4's automatic gearbox? 6 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a 2007 Citroen C4 automatic and have noticed a distinct whining noise when the speed is in between 34-38mph. At 35mph the noise is... -
Is it common for 2006 Ford Focus models to suffer transmission failure? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My automatic Ford Focus is just four years old with 54,000 miles on the clock. Last week I lost all power, the car wouldn't drive properly. The dash showed... -
Why is my Volkswagen Golf IV cutting out? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2000 Volkswagen Golf IV 2.0-litre automatic runs fine from cold, but when it warms up it starts to misfire, then has no power and then cuts out. I have... -
Can I use the heater in a hybrid Jazz before setting off? 28 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
May change my 2019 petrol Jazz to a New hybrid model. Can I use the heater in the hybrid to clear the windscreen of ice before setting off as I do in my... -
Does the 2022 Ford Focus automatic still have gearbox issues? 12 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am contemplating buying a 2022 Ford Focus with an auto gearbox. Have Ford sorted the earlier auto box problems? -
What's the most reliable car for under £2,000? 20 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I need a used car for £2,000 or less. Can you please tell me which petrol and diesel models have the best reliability within this type of budget? -
What is the best petrol alternative to a diesel MINI Countryman? 6 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
What small automatic petrol car do you suggest to replace my wife’s diesel MINI Countryman for £17,000? -
Is having 10 year old tyres an MoT failure? 2 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is it correct that if tyres are 10 years old it is a fail for an MoT? -
Best estate car for a taxi business? 17 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a three or four-year-old Ford Mondeo or Skoda Superb estate for my taxi business. Are there any issues with the auto gearboxes,... -
What is the Honda Jazz CVT like? 14 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is the Jazz CVT any good? Do you drive a CVT in the same way as a "normal" auto? -
Which estate cars or SUVs have three Isofix seat fixings in the back? 4 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
Which estate cars or SUVs have three Isofix seat fixings in the back? -
What's the best performance saloon for £20k? 22 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
It's about time to replace my 2006 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro. I really enjoy driving this car, can you recommend a modern performance saloon replacement?... -
Which cars have a small turning circle? 22 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I would like a small city car with an automatic gearbox and a small turning circle to be able to park in a small, tight corner parking space. I see you... -
Should I buy a used car that's only done 2000 miles? 24 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am after a used Mazda 3 automatic car. I have seen a 2 year old car with only 2000 miles and another 2 year old with 15,000 miles. Is it better to buy... -
Do you recommend the 2011 Ford Mondeo? 19 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a simple question because I do not understand a lot about cars. I did a lot of research and I really like the Ford Mondeo 2011 Titanium X automatic.... -
Need a robust car for £8k - any recommendations? 28 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy my wife a car. It must be robust (we live on a farm), comfortable and suitable to carry two dogs in the back. What do you suggest for £8000?... -
Buying a used Lexus IS - good idea? 14 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I found a Lexus IS 250 auto 2005 reg with 128000 miles at 3800 GBP. I 've read only good things about this model but still want to ask you if there is...
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