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The ECU in my van has failed. Should I get it repaired or just replace it? 1 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mercedes Citan 109 CDI long wheelbase panel van, registered 2018, in Feb 2019. It had approximately 8,000 miles on the clock. It now has approx.... -
Can you recommend an upmarket, used hybrid SUV? 28 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My company car (Range Rover Evoque) goes back in May and I have to purchase my first vehicle in 14 years. My budget is £23k. I would love to purchase another... -
I do a regular 220-mile trip. Which electric cars could manage this mostly-motorway journey? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm totally confused about actual as opposed to claimed electric car ranges. 80% of my travel is short urban trips, which would be ideal for an electric... -
What would you recommend for a couple who want a comfortable, reliable SUV? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in our late 60s, retired and are looking to buy an SUV for the first time for its ease of access and high position. We don't care about... -
Can you suggest a compact, reliable, petrol MPV for a small family? 5 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've been a Honda Jazz obsessive for the past 10 years, but now equipped with two little people, a dog and far too much stuff to lug between stays with... -
Can you recommend a reliable family car for £1000? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently looking for a second car that can double up as daily transport for short local journeys and taking the family and dog on local outings. We're... -
Does an electric city car suit our needs? 16 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
My wife's current car is a 2003 Renault Clio from new (probably the most reliable car we've had). She normally does about four short journeys a week and... -
High-mileage Volkswagen California camper vans - should I buy one? 11 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a camper van for exploring and monthly use. I would like to see it go for 5+ years and then maybe sell it. I have encountered a rare dream... -
What car do you suggest for a long motorway commute? 29 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at replacing our current car for a nice, fuel-efficient car for our daily commute. Currently, I drive a 140-mile round trip every working day... -
What's the best van to transport motorbikes on a limited budget? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to spend £3500 - £4500 on a van to transport two motorbikes, as well as the potential to throw the surfboards in and go camping in too. I will... -
My oil warning light came on after 5000 miles - should I be concerned? 30 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Golf at the end of 2018 which I intend to keep long term. It drives very nicely but after 5000 miles the oil warning light came on, I topped... -
I need a second hand car for £15k - what do you suggest? 26 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the market for a second-hand car and I'm interested in an Evoque or similar semi-luxury car for up to £15,000. The catch is that I would prefer... -
I want to reduce the cost of my motoring - what electric car should I choose? 17 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I would like to swap my 15-plate BMW 1 Series M Sport for an electric car to do the school run, which is a 20-mile round trip, and occasionally a 65-mile... -
How do I prove that the DMF was faulty in my car when I bought it 12 months ago? 30 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used Volkswagen Tiguan in December 2017 and have covered 12,000 miles since. I recently took it for a service and the engineer told me that... -
Why does my car have uneven tyre wear? 26 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf Estate, owned from new, is 22 months old and has covered 11,000 miles. Five weeks ago the tyre pressure warning told me that my passenger... -
Why has the timing chain snapped on my 2011 Audi A3 after only 45,000 miles? 9 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Audi A3 1.8 TFSI, which has done less than 45,000 miles. It went into limp mode and I've just been informed by the Audi garage that the timing... -
I bumped into a car and the driver is now inflating the claim - what do you advise? 1 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bumped the towbar of the car in front of me (both vehicles are Volkswagen Passat Estates). The damage to my car was a cracked number plate and a small... -
The catalytic converter light has come on - is this related to the emissions fix? 31 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Volkswagen Touran 2.0 TDI. It had the Volkswagen emissions fix about six months ago and I have not had any noticeable problems with it. There... -
Should Fiat make a contribution towards a bearing failure on our five year old Fiat 500? 7 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
How long should a gearbox main shaft bearing be expected to last? Our Fiat 500 (with full main dealer service history) has just reached five years old... -
Is running-in oil used as the first fill in new cars from the manufacturer? 27 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of rebuilding an engine from the late 1940s. The recommendation, which I am following, is to use running-in oil for the first 500 miles...
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