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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... -
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... -
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? -
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)... -
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... -
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... -
What octane petrol should I use in my JCW MINI? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
What octane petrol should I use in my John Cooper Works MINI? The handbook recommends Super Plus, with 98 RON. One of the leading supermarkets sell a 97... -
Should I used premium petrol in my BMW Z4? 8 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I drive a BMW Z4 M40i, will I benefit from using premium grade petrol such as Shell V Power? -
Should I use Shell V-Power for 2016 Volkswagen Touareg? 3 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am purchasing a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg R Line. Is there any benefit in using Shell V-Power diesel with this car? Also, at the end of each journey will... -
Should I let my car idle before switching it off? 16 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is waiting to collect a used 2017 Kia Sportage from a Kia dealership. Your articles have often recommend drivers using Shell V power fuel.... -
Which brand of premium petrol is best? 6 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
Could you please advise which is the better petrol: Tesco 99RON or Shell’s 98RON? -
How long will petrol last when it's sat in a car? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise on the shelf life of petrol? I refuelled my Volvo XC60 with Shell 99 RON one month ago and I've not used the car to go more than a few... -
Is premium petrol worth the extra? 3 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I know you are an advocate of premium petrol so I have been using Shell V-power. Are there any others which are just as good? -
I am new to car ownership - what do you suggest for tyres and fuel? 4 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
A couple of months ago we bought two brand new cars having just returned two company cars. We have a Skoda Superb SE saloon 1.5 petrol DSG and a Kia Rio... -
What car should I buy that's fun but economical? 7 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am 69 and generally reasonably fit and still working. Three months ago I decided that I really needed a car with a higher driving position. I fancied... -
Should I keep my four-year old Volkswagen Touareg or replace it? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
After four years and 60k trouble free miles I am wondering whether to trade in my 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. Its a lovely car and suits our needs perfectly... -
What's the best quality petrol and diesel to use? 2 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
What is the best premium fuel brand for petrol and diesel? -
Is Shell fuel really that much better than supermarket fuel? 9 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've always used Shell V Plus diesel in my Range Rover TDV8, with 160,000 miles on it. My neighbour said it was a waste of money, so I switched to Asda... -
Should I add a diesel additive to keep my DPF working properly? 28 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is it worth using a DPF additive in a tank of superdiesel to keep my car's DPF clean? -
What Super fuel do you recommend? 6 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've followed your advice for a number of years regarding premium fuel, both petrol and diesel. I usually put BP Ultimate or Shell V Power in both cars,...