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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [What is a Category N write off?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 What is a Category N write off? [Read more →]( [How do I protect my car key signal from being stolen electronically when my car is parked?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 How do I protect my car key signal from being stolen electronically when my car is parked? [Read more →]( [Is it legal to use a phone for navigation if it's on a dashboard phone holder?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 My satnav packed up so I've replaced it with an app on my phone. It's held on the dashboard in a phone holder. I've heard that it's unlawful to use a phone in this way. Is that correct? [Read more →]( [How can I stop the suction mount of my dash cam falling off?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 I have a windscreen suction mount on my dash cam. It works fine on cloudy days however when the car is parked up with sunshine beating down on the windscreen it dries out and loses the suction, then falls off the windscreen. Can you recommend a way to prevent this from happening? [Read more →]( [I bought a used car from a franchised dealer and now the tyres and brakes need replacing after 3500 miles - is this reasonable?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 I bought a 2012 Honda CR-V with 39,000 miles from a franchised dealer in July 2018. I have completed 3700 miles and have been advised front tyres are worn to the ‘canvas’. The front discs are 70% worn and pads are 80% worn. Is this reasonable or should these items have been flagged during the Honda multipoint check prior to sale or been raised as advisories during the dealers MoT in June 2018? I know dealers cite ‘driving style’ as a contributory factor but surely I should expect more than 3700 miles before receiving a bill for over £1200? [Read more →]( [What does the future hold for petrol cars?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 What is the life span now for petrol cars? With electric cars coming in the research I have done says 2040 petrol cars will be phased out. If you own a petrol car by this date will you still be able to drive it and if so for how long? [Read more →]( [Should I be worried about owning a petrol car in the future?]( Posted by on 30 April, 2019 I currently have a Ford Ka+ and am very happy with it but worry about owning a petrol car into the future. I don't drive to work so like to keep the car in the garage in the week so it needs to be quite narrow. What do you recommend for a suitably narrow EV or PHEV to replace the Ka+ when the time comes? [Read more →]( [A car rolled back into me but is saying it is my fault - what can I do?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 A car rolled back into me at a T junction. The driver is claiming I was too close and blaming me for the minor incident. The other car was turning right on a slight hill when the car just rolled back into mine . I hooted the horn but it just kept rolling back .I wish I'd had a dashcam. Is there anything I can do to get her to admit she was 100% at fault? [Read more →]( [Is uneven tyre wear causing issues with my four-wheel drive BMW?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 I purchased a BMW X3 new in 2017. The car developed a noise at around 20000 miles which was diagnosed as front nearside wheel bearing and replaced under warranty. But there is still a noise other than engine or tyre related. It varies with speed and sounds much like the wheel bearing noise. Having owned a first generation X3 with DFW and transmission problems I am worried this noise may be transmission or turbo related. Are you aware of any similar problems with this model X3? [Read more →]( [Is an EV a viable choice for driving through France?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 I'm thinking of buying an electric car but I drive a lot in France. What is the situation with charging points and fees please? [Read more →]( [What is the best product for cleaning grey leather seats?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 What is the best product for cleaning grey leather seats? [Read more →]( [How can I stop the plastic headlights on my car going cloudy?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 I have just had to replace the plastic headlights on my Volvo V70 and would like a recommendation on how to protect and preserve them, to stop them from going cloudy again. Is car polish and wax enough or is there something else? [Read more →]( [What's the law for travelling with dogs in a car or motorhome?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 I travel with dogs a lot - in my car and in my motorhome. Could you tell me what the laws are for these journeys? [Read more →]( [My 20 year old TT requires work to pass its MoT - is it worth investing in it?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 The dreaded MoT is fast approaching for my much loved twenty-year-old Audi TT Quattro. I have a nasty feeling both the catalytic converters have or are about to expire. In the winter months, I get a lot of white condensation from the tailpipes all the time even when warm, accompanied by the strong smell of petrol fumes. This has been a brilliant fast, safe and reliable car which is now worth peanuts. It has covered 95k with a full-service history, overall the bodywork, interior etc are in excellent order. Should I bite the bullet and pay for the repairs? If the worst happens, what other pocket rocket can I buy with a tiny budget of £2k max? [Read more →]( [What are the implications of a no deal Brexit when driving to an EU country?]( Posted by on 29 April, 2019 What are the implications of a no deal Brexit when driving to an EU country? [Read more →]( [Can I return my car because the navigation mispronounces place names?]( Posted by on 28 April, 2019 I have a Skoda Karoq. The pronunciation of certain towns is terrible, I live in Lichfield, but it says Lychfeld. I have spoken to Skoda and they seem to not be interested. At one point the service desk at my local dealership told me to get in touch with the software suppliers in the country of manufacture. I then went to another dealership and the service manager I spoke to mentioned that he had a Volkswagen Golf and he had the same problem. I used to be a senior Production Quality Manager, for the Bentley Motor Company so all I wanted was for Skoda to raise via their Supplier Quality team and sort out the software. Now, I want to return the car, but alas, I think that will not be allowed. [Read more →]( [I bought a used car from a dealer less than three weeks ago and the gearbox has failed - what is my comeback?]( Posted by on 27 April, 2019 I bought a used car from a dealer less than three weeks ago and the gearbox or clutch has failed. What is my comeback? [Read more →]( [How much does it cost to have a lambda sensor replaced?]( Posted by on 27 April, 2019 I recently had an engine fault light come on. I took the car to my local garage and they ran a diagnostic - it came up with a rear lambda sensor fault. They cleared the code and told me that it would be between £65 to £95 to fix. I was due a service and MoT anyway so booked car in for both. The garage rang within an hour and told me the lambda sensor needed replacing at a cost of £540. I have looked online for these parts and they cost roughly £30 to £50 each. Now I know I'm a woman but can you possibly tell me if the garage may be correct or am I being ripped off? [Read more →]( You are receiving this email because Honest Insights is a publication produced by HonestJohn.co.uk with your requirements and specifications in mind. It provides in depth site analysis comparative with wider industry trends. 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