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Can you recommend an SUV available on the Motability scheme? 15 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
We've followed you advice over the years which guided us to a second hand 09 plate Mazda 5, and a beautiful brand new 18 plate Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav. Due... -
Can I import a car to Thailand when I move there next year? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
You have a lot of experience of motoring in Thailand (I have often hired cars there, but driving is the limit of my experience). Is there any way of importing... -
Do I need to increase tyre pressures in cold weather?. 21 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
I inflate my Qashqai tyres to the recommended level but on a cold morning they start 3 or 4 psi below this for at least 10 miles. Should I compensate and... -
Is a used Ford Transit Custom a reliable buy? 4 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a 2016 Ford Transit Custom, however I have read terrible reviews of this year’s model. The model I am looking at is a limited black 2.0... -
Why has my car insurance increased following a house move? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
We have three cars all insured with different insurers and recently moved approximately 16 miles. No other factors have changed and two of the insurers... -
I just bought a used car, which suffered power loss suddenly. Can I reject the car for a refund? 13 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've just purchased a 2018 Peugeot 3008 1.5 diesel EAT8 auto. After a short break during a journey, the car suffered power loss, limiting the speed to... -
Need a £15k car with high seating position, automatic gearbox and petrol engine 25 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
We are both in our 70s with some knee and hip issues but generally quite mobile. My wife has a Suzuki Splash which she is happy with but I find it too... -
What's the best dash cam for £80? 18 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a dash cam? I know you can get very cheap ones for as little as £20 but I assume these aren't very good and there's little point in... -
Should I go for petrol, hybrid or electric? 16 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
O recently retired and I'm wanting an SUV for easier access. I do mostly short journeys, sometimes with two grandchildren. 8000-9000 miles annually anticipated.... -
My nephew's car was damaged while being serviced - should he inform his insurance company? 19 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
My nephew's car suffered body and wheel damage while it was left for a routine service at a garage. He noticed the damage when he was collecting the car,... -
Can I test drive a privately sold car on my own insurance cover? 19 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
An article in the newspaper says that drivers are unaware of insurance exclusions relating to driving a partner's car, a test drive or any situation when... -
A friend can't afford to replace his now written off car - what can he do? 7 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
A friend passed his driving test and purchased his first car six months ago. A few days ago he was stationary at a road junction waiting to join the main... -
My niece is a learner driver - is being the named driver on her mum's policy the best way to insure her? 11 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My niece has just had her 17th birthday. My sister (her mum) tried to get her insurer, RAC, to put my niece on her policy while she's learning to drive.... -
Changing from an SUV to hot hatch 20 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a Renault Kadjar 1.6 dCi. I like the car, but the engine feels sluggish compared to the same engine I had in my previous Nissan Qashqai. I... -
Buying a new hatchback 15 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife wants to buy her first car as she got the driving licence just last week. She has a automatic only licence. What do you recommend? We are thinking... -
Buying a new 4x4 - what do you recommend? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my petrol 2003 Honda CRV. It has been a great car, but I want to replace it with something newer. I've looked at the new Honda CRV/Mazda... -
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... -
Why was my deposit withheld on a BMW 525d when I decided I no longer wanted the car? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you offer advice on a silly predicament I find myself in. I had email dialogue on 10 May 2010 with a dealer concerning a 2003 BMW 525d, with warranty,... -
Do you need to tell TfL if you sell a car to avoid future ULEZ charges? 6 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
A friend received a penalty charge notice of £100 for non-payment of a ULEZ charge despite selling their car over a year ago and TfL say they are still... -
Can I replace two Continental tyres with Michelins? 6 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Hyundai Tucson and need to replace both front tyres. Presently all four tyres and the spare are Continental. The two rear tyres are okay...

