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• Honda CR-V - Unexpected 2020 CR-V Hybrid electronics melt-down 6 Apr 2024 (Forum)
  Having had exceptional reliability from my wife's sequence of Honda Jazz vehicles over the past 10 years or so, I was not expecting a melt-down on my 3 year old CR-V Hybrid. Last week the dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree with multiple error warnings - and even more alarming I lost
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  Supermarket fuel v branded fuel - which is best? 27 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a question for you about what is the best, most suitable fuel (petrol) to put in my recently bought 2019 Kadjar S Edition 1.3 TCe 140 EDC with 21K...
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  How much is an MHEV battery? 12 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a fairly new used car. Most of them seem to have mild hybrid engines, but I haven't found information on how long these batteries...
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  What vehicle can cope with towing and long distance travelling? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We’re farmers and need to tow up to 2.5tons (trailer plus up to several cattle). The farm has a 4.0-litre diesel 2007 Range Rover Sport which has a number...
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  What car do you recommend for someone who suffers from arthritis in the hands? 14 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a 4x4 car about 10 years old that is easy for someone who suffers from arthritis in the hands, an automatic with an easy to move gear stick....
• SPEEDING DEFENCES 1. Is inadequate posting of a speed limit a valid defence to a speeding NIP? (FAQs)
  According to case law, yes. In Coombes v DPP [2006] EWHC 3263 (Admin), (2006) The Times, 29 December, a driver's conviction for speeding, contrary to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, s. 89, was quashed by the Divisional Court (following an unsuccessful appeal to the Crown
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  Is supermarket fuel poor quality? 16 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is supermarket fuel quality being compromised due to the large mark up they are being allowed to charge? My 25k mile Audi Q7 engine light came on recently...
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  Is using Shell V-Power once every five tanks worth it? 30 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is a tank of Shell petrol V power every 5th fill worth it? Does it have a decent cleaning effect over one tank of fuel? Should I go with it consistently?
• PARKING FINES. What are my rights regarding parking penalties for parking in private carparks? (FAQs)
  is. This County Court judgement does not overrule Beavis v Parking Eye, Supreme Court, 2015, which concerned a short overstay in a shopping centre carpark. 5-5-2017: In Scotland, the registered keeper of a vehicles is not required to identify the driver of a car that committed a private parking breach
• CREDIT HIRE: What is it and how can it affect me if I am involved in a crash? (FAQs)
  ? Most credit hire law comes from two cases: Clark v. Ardington [2002] EWCA Civ 510 and Lagden v. O’Connor [2003] UKHL 64 , In Clark the court held that a credit hire agreement could be valid, enforceable and exempt from the Consumer Credit Act
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  Do I need an E5 additive for my classic Daimler? 4 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am fortunate to have and look after a 1969 Daimler Sovereign (420). I am having to use E5 fuel and would appreciate your guidance on which additive(s)...
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  Texaco super octane petrol 28 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  You often mention Shell V Power, BP ultimate, or Total as high quality fuel. Recently I have found Texaco have a 99 octane petrol which at least here in...
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  How do I mothball my Fiat motorhome? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need to store my motorhome for two years at home under cover. I can move it to stop flats on tyres but am not keen on emptying the radiator as I need...
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  Should I straighten my wheels when parking? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  When I learnt to drive in the 1960s I was told to park with the wheels straight for two reasons: to avoid strain on the PAS in full lock and to facilitate...
• Any - Shell V Power Price Premium 12 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  I would be interested to hear what extra price people are paying for using V Power rather than regular fuel. When it was first introduced V Power (near me) was 3 or 4 pence a litre more than the standard Fuelsave but that seems to be getting bigger and bigger. For the last few months
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  What's a good replacement for a Lexus CT200h? 23 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a replacement for a 12 year old Lexus CT200 which had all the bells and whistles in its day. We also have a Honda CR-V so don't need...
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  How often do hybrid cars need recharging? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  How often does the battery in a hybrid car need charging? I'm thinking of a Kia Niro and I do on average about 200 miles a week.
• 207SW diesel 2008 - Changed habits 12 Sep 2022 (Forum)
  of a bottle of injector cleaner. Car has no DPF, done 85K miles. Possible explanations: Turbo? Faulty injector? Dirty diesel? Electronic problem ? Any suggestions?  I intend to monitor progress until needing more fuel, when I shall add some V-power, which usually has a detectable
• Honda Civic Hybrid - First Impressions 27 Aug 2022 (Forum)
  miles in it, I have to say that it does everything really well. The big revelation is the power delivery. Although it’s the same 2.0 full hybrid powertrain as the CR-V, it now accelerates more like an EV, and gaining speed now produces a much more muted tone than previously, with simulated gear changes
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  Should I use premium diesel for a Volvo V60? 18 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2017 Volvo V60 D3 2.0-litre diesel. I am just wondering (given this is not a performance car) if there is any point paying the 10 per cent-plus...