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Downsizing from a Nissan Qashqai - what should I buy? 11 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm on my third Nissan Qashqai since 2013 and this current one (petrol/automatic) will be three years old in May 2022. Recently my partner bought a Mazda... -
I want a diesel, manual estate or hatchback. Could you suggest some models? 12 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Saab 9-3 Sportwagon has died and we have parted company. I’m struggling to decide what I should buy to replace it. I need a hatch or estate to... -
Clutch broke on our new car after 1400 miles - would skipping gears fix this issue? 22 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago we bought a Citroen C3 Picasso 1.2 PureTech. At 1400 miles, it had a burnt out clutch on a very busy road. The dealer blames our driving... -
What SUV/crossover will offer the most comfortable ride and best back support? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want a new Crossover/SUV and it has to be a petrol automatic. I'm not concerned about handling or how fast it can go. I'm after a vehicle with the softest... -
New car up to £50k - quiet, smooth ride, automatic, preferably 4wd 21 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
Looked at your list of quiet cars. Not entirely happy with some of the models - the Skoda Superb tyres are noisy on coarse grained road, ride in BMWs is... -
Buying a new family car - Mazda 6 or Skoda Superb? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mazda 6 Sport Nav (175 Manual) 2013 version which on the whole I am happy with especially the safety pack (Lane & rear view monitoring etc). I... -
What's the best medium-sized estate/SUV for £25k? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
We will shortly be replacing our seven year old Honda Jazz after 100,000 miles. Although much of our mileage is for trips under 15 miles on the European... -
Is it common for Volkswagen DSG automatics to suffer major failures? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Volkswagen Touran developed an intermittent but persistent fault with the automatic gearbox. The car would randomly drop into limp home mode (third... -
Which reliable, economical four or five door car would you recommend? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 coupe and a 1989 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon (that runs on LPG and petrol). Both have done over 140,000 miles and... -
Why can't the London Congestion Charge be automated? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just heard on Radio 5 a very interesting fact about Ken Livingstone’s London Congestion Charge. The programme alleged that the whole scheme is now... -
S320 CDI automatic transmission 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 53 reg Merc S320 CDI, which has covered 120,000 miles. Last year (20,000 miles ago) I had to have the transmission rebuilt (ingress of water... -
Devon help us 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I write regarding the letter from MM in last Saturday's Telegraph. As an accident to my wife's car was deemed to be the fault of the other party, our... -
Can you recommend a small petrol automatic hatchback to replace our Nissan Qashqai and Toyota Verso? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Having considered a rationalisation of our transport requirements, my wife and I have finally decided to address the situation. I am 81, and my wife is... -
Using left-foot braking in an automatic is much more efficient in traffic, and faster away from the lights. 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I passed my IAM test in 1985. I had arranged a test at short notice and was tested by the chief examiner who remarked that he had never seen anyone braking... -
Are you aware of a transmission fault recall for the 2002 BMW X5? 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 BMW X5 which has got transmission problems, has displayed a transmission error ('Trans. Fail-Safe Prog') on the dash but is not now showing.... -
Wagging the dog 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
We wondered if you could offer your thoughts on the following please. My partner's company car (currently 9-3 Sportwagon) is due for renewal in September... -
Institute of Advanced Manslaughter 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I quote from the IAM handbook - "Advanced Driving - the essential guide" in which and I quote, from page 46: "As a rule, left foot braking is best avoided,... -
Fraughtomatic 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have been the proud owner of various models of Honda all with automatic gearbox over the last 14 years. At present I own a 2006 Jazz automatic. This... -
Tees made 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
We are now retired and would like your advice on which car/s might best suit our current needs. We fancy a Mini MPV for the added height giving clearer... -
Chain letter 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I have a dilemma. At present we have a 70,000 mile 1998S Nissan Almera automatic, top spec. We love it: always reliable, cheap to service oil...
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