The terms ‘cambelt’, ‘timing belt’ and ‘timing chain’ can all seem pretty similar, so it’s understandable to be confused about whether they’re the same thing or totally different to each other. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what...
Like any component of your vehicle, car batteries don’t last forever. Proper maintenance and responsible driving practices can help to extend your car battery’s lifespan, but nevertheless it will need to be replaced in the end. Knowing how to do...
You may have heard of the cambelt as something that needs to be replaced at regular intervals in your car, but do you know its purpose? Knowing what a cambelt does and what can happen if you don't have it...
Air conditioning in cars and other vehicles has become so common many drivers take it for granted, never stopping to think about how it works and what maintenance needs to be done to keep an air con system in good...
Knowing the basics of turning your air con on and off is one thing, but do you know how best to use it to maximise comfort and minimise fuel consumption? Below, we look at tips and tricks for getting the...
Getting your cambelt or timing belt changed is an essential part of vehicle maintenance to keep your car in good condition - and to keep yourself, your passengers and everyone else safe on the roads. Below, we take a look...
Your car’s air conditioning system will be checked as part of your regular car service, and your mechanic will make you aware of any problems as well as suggesting what can be done to resolve them. Unfortunately, though, not all...
Recharging your car’s air conditioning system is a vital part of its maintenance. Without it, your air con system would run out of gas and no longer keep your car cool - and although that might not sound like too...
With so many different components to keep track of within your car, it can sometimes be difficult to keep on top of what needs replacing when. However, it’s crucial to make sure you have your cambelt changed at the recommended...
Brake fade is a term used to describe a sudden decrease in your car’s braking ability. As you can imagine, this can be dangerous if you need to make a sharp stop and can result in accidents and injuries -...
As much as we’d like them to, car batteries don’t last forever. Like other components of your vehicle, your car battery will gradually wear out over time, resulting in reduced efficiency and problems with powering your car. At this point,...
There are lots of factors that can cause a car battery to fail, but one of the most common problems is that the battery has simply gone flat. This can happen if you’ve accidentally left your lights on overnight, for...
Want to learn more about the MOT history of a vehicle? In this article, we’ll explain why checking this can be beneficial, what is shown on an MOT history check, and how you can access one. Keep reading to learn...
If you regularly get your car serviced and keep your vehicle in good condition, you may be wondering whether the services are actually worth it. After all, if your car is relatively new and you haven’t had any problems with...
If you’re not sure when your MOT is due, it can be easy to miss the deadline, resulting in an expired MOT certificate. Your old certificate will also become invalid if you get the MOT done on time, but your...
Brake fluid is an essential part of your car’s braking system, and keeping it in good condition is vital to maintaining vehicle safety and performance. Below, we explain what brake fluid is, how to maintain it, and how often it...
Knowing how and when to service your car can be tricky when you’ve got several options to choose from. Below, we outline the different levels of servicing available, what each is for, and when you need to have each one...
As you can imagine, it’s a good idea to keep your brake pads and discs in good condition and replace them when they start to wear out. But as well as keeping your eyes and ears open for telltale signs...
Your vehicle’s annual MOT is a legal requirement that allows you to drive your car on the road, but do you know the ins and outs of what is checked as part of the test? Below, we break down the...
The service history of a vehicle is a documented timeline of repairs, faults and services relating to that particular vehicle. A full service history, as the name suggests, has all of this information, whereas a partial service history may have...