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Should I use a rain repellent on my classic car? 13 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 1964 Humber and the wipers are not brilliant, even though I have renewed the blades. Would Rain-X help as I have heard mixed reviews? -
I have several vehicles - is it sensible to take out legal assistance cover on each? 10 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
If one has several vehicles, say a car, a van and a motorcycle, is it advisable to take out legal assistance cover on each vehicle’s comprehensive insurance... -
Is a front numberplate UK sticker a legal requirement in the EU? 8 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are taking our Hyundai Tuscon to France for a holiday soon. It does not have the UK identifier on the number plates and although there is room for a... -
Do electric cars require a specialist fire extinguisher? 8 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
We have just changed from an ICE to an electric car. Is it reasonable to transfer our car powder extinguisher across, or should we get a different type?... -
What 1990s car do you recommend as a daily driver? 7 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for a 1990 car basically because I can’t work on my Ford Focus. Any recommendations for a run about that can be maintained with contents on... -
I'm buying a used Ford Transit - how do I check the service history? 7 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at a 36,000 mile 2019 Ford Transit which has been a company vehicle. The seller says it was a lease vehicle with Enterprise and possibly an... -
I accidentally drove away without my fuel filler cap in place, will I have spilled petrol? 29 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I forgot to put petrol cap after filling up petrol, then drove for about half an hour and only notice when reverse parking in my driveway. Have I spilled... -
What are the advantages of a mild-hybrid car? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is there any advantage in owning a self charging mild hybrid Hyundai Tucson over a non mild hybrid model? -
My automatic Polo does not creep forward when I come off the brakes, is there something wrong? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2015 automatic VW Polo TSI. I have noticed when I am stationary and in Drive that the car is not rolling forward like my old auto used too do.... -
Is 7000 miles a year enough to justify a diesel? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I normally do 7000-8000 miles a year, mostly 5-10 miles journeys regularly and 5-6 trips of 150-200 miles in a year. I know people generally say diesel... -
Is there an in-car communication system I can use to speak to my passenger? 23 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am hearing impaired and wondered if there was an in car communication system between driver and front seat passenger? When I'm driving I can't hear what... -
What are the trailer light requirements for driving in France? 22 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am taking my van and trailer (with my Jeep on it) to France for the D-Day celebrations next June. My trailer is 5.5m long and 1.9m wide. The bed length... -
My insurer would not insure my son to learn to drive in my car - do I need to state that he was declined insurance? 19 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My insurer would not insure my son to learn to drive in my car, a Dacia Duster. Do I need to state that he has declined insurance when I try other learner... -
Should I consider a high mileage used Toyota? 18 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is it a bad idea to consider purchasing a high mileage current version Toyota RAV4? My budget is around £16k and I really like the current-gen model (2019+),... -
Can I use my Category N write off on the road again? 17 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Can I still drive my Cat N car? My car was hit by a police car while it was parked and after 4 months of trying to get them to repair it their insurance... -
Can my son take ownership of my car while I remain the insurance policyholder? 17 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I own two vintage cars, due to advancing age I plan to transfer ownership to my 36 year old son.The cars will be kept on my premises and insured by me... -
My front tyres are cracked - do I need to replace them? 16 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 3008 has Michelin 205/55 R19 tyres. Despite only 10,000 miles the the front ones show cracking on the outside treads. Are they safe to drive... -
Will cylinder deactivation cause my engine long-term damage? 16 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a VW Golf which goes into Eco mode and runs on two cylinders for better economy. My problem is that in Eco mode i can hear the engine note... -
Can I get temporary insurance cover for a non-UK resident? 15 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife is a foreign national and lives and works in Brussels. She has a current British driving license. Autonet insures me to drive my car but is reluctant... -
What are the requirements for MoT-exempt cars in Europe? 15 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Post Brexit, what is the MoT requirement for classic cars exempt in the UK?