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How Do Car Batteries Work? Function + Protection + Lifespan Image

How Do Car Batteries Work? Function + Protection + Lifespan

A car battery is responsible for starting your car, powering its components, and supplying the electrical system. But how do car batteries work...

Does Aircon Use Fuel? How Much Fuel And How To Save Money Image

Does Aircon Use Fuel? How Much Fuel And How To Save Money

Your car's air conditioning is unable to work if the car is shut off, so you may wonder, "does aircon use fuel?" It does, but there are ways to...

Passing Your MOT: Spare Tyre + Regular Tyre Legalities Image

Passing Your MOT: Spare Tyre + Regular Tyre Legalities

When it comes to the MOT, spare tyres are not necessary to pass the test. With that said, are they legally required in your car, and can you do...

Car Air Con Isn't Cold: Causes + When To Get An Aircon Check Image

Car Air Con Isn't Cold: Causes + When To Get An Aircon Check

If your vehicle's air con isn't blowing cold, then it may be due to one of six reasons. Let's explore the causes and when you should get an...

Performing the 20p Tyre Test: Are Your Tyres Road-Worthy? Image

Performing the 20p Tyre Test: Are Your Tyres Road-Worthy?

When evaluating the lifespan and functionality of your car tyres, you should perform the 20p tyre test. This shows you the legal and safe minimum...

Battery Terminal Cleaning: Tools, Steps + Safety Techniques Image

Battery Terminal Cleaning: Tools, Steps + Safety Techniques

Battery terminal cleaning is needed when the battery has leaked acid, when weather conditions have led to filth, or even because of age. Here's...

How To Clean A Car Mat: Removing, Cleaning + Maintaining Image

How To Clean A Car Mat: Removing, Cleaning + Maintaining

Deciding on how to clean a car mat takes prep. You must remove the car seats, scrub footwell carpets, and properly sanitize the mats themselves....

How Would Under Inflated Tyres Affect Your Vehicle? Image

How Would Under Inflated Tyres Affect Your Vehicle?

How would under inflated tyres affect your vehicle? From poor handling to damaging your tyres' lifespan, under-inflation is dangerous. Find out...

How To Tell If A Car Is Taxed: Where To Check + Cost Image

How To Tell If A Car Is Taxed: Where To Check + Cost

To remain legally compliant, you must know if your car is taxable and to what extent. Here's how to tell if a car is taxed and how much it should...

Mobile Bodywork Repair: How Does It Work + What's Entailed? Image

Mobile Bodywork Repair: How Does It Work + What's Entailed?

If you can't reach an auto centre for repairs, or you don't want to turn your car in for a day or more to be serviced, then mobile bodywork...

How To Check Gear Oil Levels: When, Where + How To Change It Image

How To Check Gear Oil Levels: When, Where + How To Change It

Without sufficient oil, your gearbox can lead to a shaky ride, difficulty shifting gears, or total gearbox failure. Learn how to check gear oil...

Hybrid Car Congestion Charge: Are Electric Cars Exempt? Image

Hybrid Car Congestion Charge: Are Electric Cars Exempt?

The U.K. congestion charge is designed to lower air pollution and emissions, but does that apply to electric cars? What about a hybrid car...

When To Change Tyres: Based On Age, Look, And Driving Hints Image

When To Change Tyres: Based On Age, Look, And Driving Hints

Knowing when to change tyres can be difficult, especially if you have no record of when the tyres were first installed. Here are telling signs to...

Where To Put Brake Fluid: Changing, Maintaining + More Image

Where To Put Brake Fluid: Changing, Maintaining + More

Knowing where to put brake fluid is key in topping up your supply, understanding when to change it out entirely, and ensuring your braking system...

Changing A Car Battery: Do You Need Mobile Battery Fitting? Image

Changing A Car Battery: Do You Need Mobile Battery Fitting?

If your car battery fails, you can change it yourself with these tips. If you can't drive to buy the new battery, then choose mobile battery...