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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Is an extended warranty good?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 Is an extended warranty good? [Read more →]( [Has the private parking code of practice been scrapped?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 I've just come across the headline: "Private Parking Code of Practice scrapped." Seriously, after all the hype, all the waiting, all the hope of a fairer deal for motorists and protection from predacious private parking companies Sir Greg Knight's Code of Parking Bill has been dumped? Please tell me this isn't true. If it is true, I have to conclude this government couldn't be relied on to pass water. [Read more →]( [No response from the DVLA after five months, what can I do?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 I’ve been waiting five months for my medical licence. I’ve emailed and written with no response. I can’t ring them as I’m deaf. What can I do? [Read more →]( [Can you recommend a small car with no boot lip?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 A friend needs a smallish petrol automatic (NOT an automated manual) which has no boot lip i.e. flat entrance to boot. [Read more →]( [Should I follow my car's gear shift indicator advice?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 I have a Skoda Rapid three cylinder 999cc TSI 110 with six gears. The gear advisor is quick to recommend changing up but rarely a change down. At slower speeds the engine seems to struggle to the point I can almost feel each piston fire. Is this bad for the engine or transmission or can I ignore this effect? [Read more →]( [Which cars can use super ethanol (E85) fuel?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 There is an increase at the pumps in France of super ethanol. Which UK purchased cars can use it? [Read more →]( [My car has not used for two and a half years, how do I get it back on the road?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 Since the beginning of the pandemic I have not been home to Wales. I am going again in September for 3 weeks. What do I need to have done to check the car is in safe nick to drive after all this time? [Read more →]( [When does the cam belt need changing on my Dacia Duster?]( Posted by on 2 August, 2022 I have just been told and shown on the computer at main dealer that the cam belt on my Dacia Duster should be changed at 72,000 miles or six years - is this right? [Read more →]( [Can you recommend a reliable SUV?]( Posted by on 1 August, 2022 I’m looking to buy a medium to small SUV, hybrid preferably. Comfort and economy are important as are good build quality and dependability. I live in the countryside in north west UK. I’m disabled so need to be able to sit up with good back support and heated seat and automatic gearbox. I need decent boot space. My last car was a Volvo XC90 which I had for over 12 years. I loved it but it wasn’t very economical and too big for my current needs. [Read more →]( [Can you recommend a family car?]( Posted by on 1 August, 2022 I don't drive a lot, say less than 5,000 miles per year, and have a budget around £10,000. The car is mainly for social use, I drive at most twice per week, except holiday. I used to have an Audi A3 and I want a family car with slightly more space. [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW