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[Read more →]( [If I am buy a new trailer do I need to display my number plate when collecting?]( Posted by on 26 September, 2024 If I buy a trailer for a car anywhere in the UK, can I collect it from the seller without having the correct number plate on the trailer? [Read more →]( [How should I use neutral with an automatic transmission?]( Posted by on 25 September, 2024 First time driver of an automatic car here so be kind! When shall I select neutral? Does not putting the car in neutral when stationary (such as at traffic lights) put excessive wear on the gearbox? [Read more →]( [Are seven year old tyres still safe?]( Posted by on 25 September, 2024 I have a 7 year old Focus with the original back tyres. Tread depth is just over 4 mm. is it worth renewing these now due to their age or wait until they wear down to 3mm? [Read more →]( [Why does my new Fiesta cost more in car tax than my old one?]( Posted by on 25 September, 2024 I have a Ford Fiesta 1.0-litre EcoBoost, registered 2020. It is exactly the same model as the one I had from new in 2013, road tax free. Why am I now paying £190. Surely the new ones emissions will be even better? [Read more →]( [Which tyres offer kerb protection?]( Posted by on 25 September, 2024 I would like to fit tyres with kerb protection to my 2020 Puma. It seems most sites do not show this as a search option. I would like quality tyres with an 'A' rating in the wet. The size is 215/50 R18. Any recommendations please? [Read more →]( [Should my clutch need replacing after six months?]( Posted by on 25 September, 2024 I have a SEAT Ibiza just under six months 24 plate. Took it to the dealer today as was a burning smell and labouring. They did a quick drive around and opened bonnet. They said it needs new clutch and due to my poor driving. I have had a two new cars and never had this issue in a new car. I did have clutch issue after five year with previous. Seems strange as my driving style has not changed for this to happen in a new car. Can an independent report show if it is me or a faulty clutch albeit dealer says you cannot get a faulty clutch in a new car but they also said I had to get a SEAT dealer to do the report which I have found out is untrue. [Read more →]( [Is it legal to use a phone in a holder while driving?]( Posted by on 23 September, 2024 Is it legal to use my iPhone as a sat nav while driving if the phone is mounted in a holder on the dashboard in my car ? [Read more →]( [Do I have to pay car tax if I receive a Severe Disability Payment?]( Posted by on 23 September, 2024 I'm 77 and have been awarded severe disability payment by DWP, it's paid as GPC on top of pension and Attendance Allowance. Should I qualify for free car Excise Duty, due to my condition I can't get out without my car so essential or I become housebound. I only do about 600 miles a year for essential use such as shopping, getting to doctors or hospital as in rural area. [Read more →]( [Can you tow with an EV?]( Posted by on 23 September, 2024 I've been looking at new or almost new MG4s and MG ZS, but I am getting conflicting advice from dealers and towbar firms about whether they can take a towbar for a small trailer or bike rack. MG customer service was rather vague on the subject. If they cannot, do you know which EVs can tow up to 500 kg? [Read more →]( [Is it safe to replace single tyres?]( Posted by on 23 September, 2024 Honda want to fit a new tyre on the front of my civic after an accident damaged my front wheel but there is no visable damage to the tyre only to the alloy wheel.Should they replace both tyres on the front as fitting only one seems to me to be wrong as in the past I have always replaced my tyres in pairs.My car is a Mk 10 Civic sport. This is being done as part of my insurance claim which also involves repairs to damaged bodywork. [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