3 Nov

Why Are Car MOTs Important?

Cars, they are not a cheap purchase. They are even more expensive to keep. Issues are likely to arise that will cost a small fortune to fix. Most of these can become worse over time and should be spotted and sorted out as soon as possible. This is where car MOTs come in extremely handy. Your MOT is a yearly check on your car. This is the perfect time to give your car a complete check over. Spotting issues before they become an expensive fix. A mot is a complete check of your car. From tyres and wipers to the engine and coolant unit. Ensuring all of these are working effectively and safely. Your MOT is the most important aspect of your car’s care. Without an MOT your car is...

10 May

Understanding Car Maintenance

Owning a car, whether it’s your first or you’ve had many, maintenance is extremely important. That is why we are going to share some key facts with you. Car maintenance is important as it is what is going to keep your car running smoothly. It is what is going to ensure your car gets the most from its engine without any problems occurring. `When thinking about car maintenance, there are a few different aspects you need to think about. Firstly, you need to think about keeping the interior and exterior of your car clean. This helps to prevent damage from mould and rust. You also need to consider your car’s fluid levels. This includes water coolant, oil, washer fluid and more. All of these work together to ensure every mechanism...

28 Mar

Taking on a different attitude towards MOTs

MOTs can be a nuisance. Think of the money you have to spend on your vehicle every year, such as the following: Fuel costs Tax Insurance Servicing Repairs When we add MOT to this list it’s easy to feel a little outraged, however, there is one reason why you shouldn’t be too disappointed about having to put your vehicle through an MOT every year, and that is safety. If you care about the safety of yourself, your family and other drivers, an MOT is necessary and if you have to pay out for a few repairs, so be it. At least you will know that your vehicle is safe and you’ve had it thoroughly checked out for an expert. We all have to put our vehicles through MOTs and we...

24 Nov

The dangers of driving at Christmas

With Christmas just days away now, we feel it’s important to highlight some of the dangers that road users will face as we near this big festive celebration. The roads will, of course, be slippy, the weather will be close to freezing, and the days will feel shorter too if that’s even possible! The UK is not the friendliest of places during winter, and you do need to stay safe on the roads in these quite harsh conditions. It’s best to not to drive during the days leading up to Christmas because the roads are incredibly busy and people are often rushing around. If you desperately need to drive somewhere then go ahead, however, you should make sure everything on your car is working as intended. Your heater should clear...

19 Oct

A few tips to make your car winter-ready

The British winters have been a little unpredictable over the past few years, that’s why preparing your car for any winter weather conditions is a smart idea. Making alterations to your vehicle ready for the icy or even snowy periods of weather will not only improve the safety of your car but reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others around you too. Tyres are an important part of your car that should be checked regularly all year round, including the amount of tread left and the condition of the tyre walls. That said, there are some things you may want to know when it comes to snowy or icy conditions. During snow, you can reduce the pressure in your tyres to improve the grip on the surface. Another...