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[Read more →]( [What are the most effective anti-theft devices to stop my car from being stolen?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 My next car will be kept on the drive at night. From a security point of view are some makes of car less prone to being stolen? Also, what are the most effective security measures/devices that can be applied/fitted by the owner? [Read more →]( [How do I find the serial number for a Ford stereo?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 How do I find the serial number for a Ford stereo? I have a radio/cassette in my 1998 Ford Ka and need to get a code. [Read more →]( [What immobiliser should we have fitted to our car to avoid keyless theft?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 What immobiliser should we have fitted to our keyless ignition 2016 Honda Jazz? [Read more →]( [What jump starter should we buy for our minibus?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 My village charity group operates a Citroen Relay minibus. As a starting backup we would like to purchase a Battery Power Pack for emergency use should the vehicle battery become flat for any reason. Are there any reasonably priced items that you could recommend? [Read more →]( [Which car cover should I buy?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please? [Read more →]( [Why is my car pinking under acceleration?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 My 1999 Toyota MR2 seems to be rattling/pinking under acceleration. I’ve checked the timing and its spot on at 10’ BTDC. Can you suggest any other issues that could be causing it? It was recently serviced with new spark plugs, oil, filters, etc and is run on Shell Fuel Save petrol. [Read more →]( [We need a hybrid SUV to replace our family estate - what do you suggest?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 Having three teenagers, one of whom plays the cello, we are looking for a replacement for our three-year-old Skoda Superb. The low down estate car has not helped my wife’s back problems and so we are looking for something with a higher driving position but a decent boot space. As it is used for lots of short journeys we would be interested in hybrid. Any suggestions? [Read more →]( [How often do Ford Powershift gearboxes need an oil change?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 I have a Ford Kuga with an automatic transmission that has covered 10,000 miles. Does the oil need changing soon as some suggest a range from 30000 miles to 100000 miles or every three to four years? Does town driving influence the oil change frequency? [Read more →]( [Where can I get a Ford radio code from?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2019 I'm looking for a Ford radio code for serial number V103659. Can you help? [Read more →]( [I need a space saver wheel for a 2009 BMW 330i - can you help?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2019 I have a 330i BMW 2009 I took off the run flats but I need a space saver wheel what size do I need? [Read more →]( [Why is there a smell of rotten eggs from our car?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2019 We have a petrol Jaguar F-Pace and on occasions, we notice the smell of rotten eggs. Do you have any ideas what this may be and how best to get it resolved? The car is 18 months old and had a new pollen filter fitted at 12 months. On a separate note, the stop start rarely works as we only seem to do short trips. After a 200 mile trip it started working again and the garage response was to recharge the battery and say it is working again. It seems like there is insufficient charging going on for this feature to work . [Read more →]( [What used car do you recommend for a 150 mile daily commute?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2019 I travel 150 miles a day, up to four days a week and need a comfortable, highly economical car at an affordable price. My thinking is to get something about three years old, with about 30,000 miles on the clock, at about £15,000, and then I won’t really have the mileage anxiety of a PCP based upon a fixed rate of miles of a new car. What car will suit me? [Read more →]( [Why do insurance companies ask for your place of birth?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2019 Why do car insurance companies still ask where we were born in spite of obtaining a British passport? Can one say a lie and will the insurance be void? [Read more →]( [What affordable small car would you suggest for a young couple with a baby?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2019 My son and daughter in law will need a car to accommodate their new baby and kit. They are both six feet tall and live in a crowded city street so need a combination of internal room, modest external dimensions, five doors and a petrol engine. They have around £9,000 to spend on a new car or used car. What would you recommend? [Read more →]( [How much does the use of features like air con affect the range of an EV?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2019 We are considering an EV and can install a charging point at home but public charging points are few and far between in our area. The manufacturers give ranges but we can not find the effects of the use of all the other electrical devices on the distance. How much will using the heater, fan, lights, radio etc reduce the distance we can travel? [Read more →]( [Are there any sound generators to mimic engine sounds on hybrids?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2019 Are there any sound generators to mimic engine sounds on hybrids? I thought they were due to become compulsory this summer and I am frightened by how many pedestrians step out in front of me! [Read more →]( [What's the right engine oil for my car?]( Posted by on 27 May, 2019 What's the right engine oil for a 2009 Citroen C5 2.0-litre petrol? There are so many brands and so many different types of 5/30 and 5/40 oils but which is the right one? [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. [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( HonestJohn.co.uk Ltd Unit 1 Eaglethorpe Barns Warmington Peterborough PE8 6TJ