Apart from regular servicing, there are things you can do to help make sure that your car runs smoothly. Here are the top 10: 1. Check your tyres. Know what air pressure your tyres should be at and make sure that this is maintained. Check the tread and condition regularly, paying attention to the sidewall [...]
When using a vehicle trader to sell a used car, “what is my car worth?” is an example of one of the first questions that a seller will need to ask. Regardless of the company used for this transaction, they will need to implement a process to determine the market value of the car. There [...]
It may seem like a straightforward thing to fill the car with fuel and be on the way, but there are several considerations that should be taken into account when choosing the proper fuel. A few of these considerations are discussed here. To some it seems obvious, but it is of crucial importance to know [...]
Keeping the family car clean and shiny is a priority for many owners. When time is limited, stopping by an automated car wash can be the ideal solution. Here are a couple of benefits to this strategy. An automated car wash is usually quick and easy. Cars move through the process quickly, often in less [...]
Before taking the word of one particular carshop or garage regarding major repairs, it pays to get a second opinion. Doing so paves the way for avoiding the expense of repairs that may not be needed, or at least verifying that the findings of the first mechanic are in line with what other professionals have [...]
The purpose of the MOT test is to confirm that a vehicle, at the time of the MOT testing, is of an acceptable standard as required by UK law. Although the MOT certificate issued is valid for 12 months this does not mean that the vehicle will continue to be of a roadworthy standard for [...]
Car valeting brings the showroom gleam on the outside, the delicious ‘new car’ smell on the inside and a sparkling shiny engine under the bonnet. Whenever considering giving the car a treat, think car valeting. Included in the valet is a complete exterior clean including wash, polish and wax. Tyres and wheels get special attention [...]
As car ownership grew in the 1950s it became apparent that many of the cars being driven in the UK were in poor repair. In 1960 the Ministry of Transport introduced the very first MOT test to deal with the problem. Initially car owners were only obliged to have the MOT test completed when a [...]
A new car purchased from a dealership will have a warranty that usually covers between one and three years. During this time, any faults with the car can be repaired by the manufacturer without charge. The owner can take the vehicle back to the dealership where it was bought for the car repairs to be [...]
Recent changes in the cost of fuel and insurance policies can be unsettling for drivers, making many consumers hold onto their vehicles for longer. Some recommend keeping your car running for as long as possible. Car drivers have recently taken a bit of a bashing, with fuel prices rocketing upwards. But is it dropping again [...]