Help & advice articles
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Focus on: Cambelts
Normally when we hear someone talk about a cambelt, it is in a story linked to a lucky escape and a hefty bill. By understanding a bit more...
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Top Tips for Optimising Your Car Sale Price
The world of driving is made up of two types of vehicle owner: the ones that drive their car until it stops, then buy whatever they can...
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Fighting Rust – Top Tips
When you think of an “old banger” one of the first adjectives that comes to mind is usually “rusty”. But rust isn’t just a problem for...
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Top Tips for Rapid Windscreen De-Misting
As the mornings are getting darker and colder, getting out of bed is enough of a challenge. Remembering to leave five minutes earlier so that...
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Mystery Fingerprints? It Could Be Your Car Trim
Car rubber door trims, also known as weatherstrips or seals, protect the interior of a vehicle from the elements as well as reducing noise...
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Mobile Mechanics vs Garages
If you need some work done to your vehicle, you might be tempted to get a mobile mechanic. After all, the convenience of having your car...
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Top Reasons for MOT failure
The MOT (Ministry of Transport) test is a compulsory test for vehicles which ensures that they meet the minimum safety and environmental...
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Focus on: French Toll Roads
Driving overseas can be a liberating and even fun experience. However, the challenge of negotiating toll booths, especially busy ones, is...
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Focus on: Driving in Europe
The thought of driving in Europe is not only practical but romantic: nothing between you and that isolated beach cove or rural taverna except...
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Focus on: The Clutch
Unless you drive an automatic, you are likely to experience problems with your clutch at some point. It is helpful to understand how your...
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Focus on: Tyre Pressures
In the UK, maintaining the correct tyre pressure for your vehicle is essential for safety, fuel efficiency, and tyre longevity. It can be...
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Home On Wheels: Everything You Need to Know About Campervan Conversions
With holidaying in the UK becoming increasingly popular, more adventurers are investing in campervans and caravans. Both have their pros and...