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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [A garage scrapped my car without my permission - what can I do?]( Posted by on 13 August, 2024 I took my car to a garage for an MoT about a year ago. They did nothing but when I rang they said it had failed the MoT. I've just called them and they said it was srapped.I knew nothing about this - can you tell me what my rights are please? [Read more →]( [How long should a hybrid battery last?]( Posted by on 13 August, 2024 How long should the battery last on a Hyundai Tucson (2021 on) 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid. And how much to replace with new or used? [Read more →]( [Do I need to tell my insurance that I was in an accident in a friend's car?]( Posted by on 13 August, 2024 My car was stolen, but I paid for the whole year of insurance. I was insured on my friends car for 2 weeks while she was on holidays. I was involved in an accident that wasnt my fault. My friends insurance sorted it out. Do i need to tell my insurance about it? [Read more →]( [Why is my son at fault for an accident when the other driver accepted responsibility?]( Posted by on 13 August, 2024 My (then) 17 year old son was involved in an accident while leaving the M6 for the M5. Essentially, as he was moving left, he hit another car which was driving on the hard shoulder. At the time the other driver admitted responsibility, but of course this changed. My son's insurer contacted him months later asking if he would be willing to accept joint responsibility, which he agreed to. Now, nearly a year after the incident, they are asking if he will accept full responsibility, as the other insurers are contesting it. There were no witnesses, and no footage of the incident. His insurance is up for renewal, and his insurers are basing his quote on his being at fault (he did accept joint responsibility). My question is, when getting quotes from other companies, does he need to put down that he was at fault, or not? [Read more →]( [Are EVs more prone to punctures?]( Posted by on 12 August, 2024 Is it the case that EVs and hybrid vehicles are more prone to punctures (eg nails and screws etc) due to their heavier weight with the larger battery, while lighter vehicles can glide over such items unaffected? I have had three punctures on my hybrid Kuga in the space of a few months and am wondering if this is the cause? [Read more →]( [Can you recommend an anti-theft device for my new MG3?]( Posted by on 12 August, 2024 Can you recommend an anti-theft device for my new MG3. The steering wheel isn't round so a Stoplock one I bought does not fit. [Read more →]( [Does the B+E category on my licence change when I reach 70 years old?]( Posted by on 11 August, 2024 I am 71 years of age and have renewed my driving license. I have category B+E on my license dating from 1975, which the DVLA says means I can drive a vehicle up to a MAM of 3500 kg, towing ANY size of trailer. That is, if I tow a caravan with a car, the (car + caravan) weight does not have to be below 3500 kg, as it would if my BE category was dated after 19 Jan 2013. What I cannot find is – does this alter after 70 years of age? I’m pretty sure that up to 70, I had a C1 category on my license, which I automatically lost at age 70. I’m just wondering if there is any change at age 70 to the (car + caravan) weight limit – i.e. am I now restricted to (car + caravan) having to be below 3500 kg, or not? [Read more →]( [What will happen to car tax on hybrid cars next year?]( Posted by on 11 August, 2024 I have a Toyota Prius 2011 which is not at the moment subject to road tax. The nominal tax expires 1st March 2025. My question is what happens after April. [Read more →]( [What do the three digits in a van name mean?]( Posted by on 11 August, 2024 I am looking at buying a panel. Some adverts have the wording "Professional 335" or another 3 digit number. What does it mean? [Read more →]( [What petrol SUV do you recommend?]( Posted by on 11 August, 2024 I have a seven year old 1.6-litre petrol Suzuki Vitara. I'm happy with it, but the tech is somewhat behind the curve with no satnav, no parking sensors even, let alone cameras. I'm trying to decide whether to keep it. If I bought a new car similar in size I want it to be petrol only. Are there even any petrol-only options anymore? Budget up to £30k and would prefer manual handbrake. Any suggestions? [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