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FORCES – Basic Vehicle Maintenance For Breakdown Prevention
As the temperatures drop, it is important to pay special attention to your vehicle as minor issues can be worsened by the cold and the rain....
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Your Guide To: Driving In The Dark
As autumn closes in and we prepare for the clocks to go back, many drivers will be driving in the dark for the first time in a while. Driving...
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The Top Ten: Ways To Make Your Car Greener Part Two
Everyone is trying to do their bit to slow down climate change and protect the environment. It’s true that we can’t do it all, but we can do...
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The Top Ten: Ways To Make Your Car Greener Part One
We are all aware that driving isn’t the best for the environment but, sadly, for many people it is a necessity. Of course, we would all love...
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Ten Ways To Prevent Wear and Tear on Your Vehicle: Part 2
Vehicle maintenance is important to ensure the safety of you, your passengers, and other road users, as well has helping to keep repair costs...
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Ten Ways To Prevent Wear and Tear on Your Vehicle: Part 1
Keeping your car in good condition will not only keep you and other road users safe, it could help to save you money in the long term, too....
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What You Need To Know About Checking Oil Levels
Oil is crucial to the smooth running of your vehicle; it lubricates the engine and prevents damage and overheating. Running low on oil is a...
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Speeding Fines: Know The Law
We all dread being caught for speeding and yet people still do it. Historically, there have been set fines depending on the speed limit and...
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Accidents: What To Do (And What Not To Do) Part 2
With more and more road users, accidents are increasingly likely; even the most careful drivers can be involved due to a lapse in...
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Accidents: What To Do (And What Not To Do) Part 1
All road users dread the thought of being in any kind of collision and hope that it is something they will never have to deal with, but with...
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Overtaking: What You Need to Know
Overtaking is one of the most dangerous driving manoeuvres that you can perform. Government statistics show that of 200,000 road traffic...
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Towing Advice Part Two: Hitching Up
Hitching up a caravan can be a stressful business. The kids are in the car, the neighbours are watching expectantly and the beginning (or the...