Nearly half of motorists (47%) feel they’ve overpaid for car repairs because of confusing jargon used by mechanics (MotorEasy survey of 2,000 motorists nationwide). Drivers hearing their ‘big end’ has gone or they’ve got ‘mayonnaise’ under their oil cap is causing them to lose faith in their garages. MotorEasy is calling time on confusing mechanic […]
Is Your Car ‘Cool’?
A new study published today by Kwik Fit, the UK’s leading automotive service and repair company, reveals which makes of car are likely to be the coolest this summer. However, it’s not the looks of the cars which are determining their coolness, it’s how ready they are to cope with rising temperatures as summer arrives. […]
Five Simple Maintenance Tips For Your Car
What Damage Can Potholes Do?
I used to pay very little attention to potholes – principally because I had an older car that didn’t ride very well in the first place. Now however, having invested in something a little bit more comfortable, I’m paying more attention. My new car has a much smoother, comfortable ride which means that driving into […]
Poor Road Surfaces Still Getting You Down?
Here’s the latest from Carparts-Direct.co.uk regarding the wonderful state of British roads! Councils across the UK are shelling out every day to irate motorists. £200 is the average compensation for vehicles damaged by potholes. There were 22,000 successful claims last year alone. And it’s all taxpayers’ money. Shoddy road maintenance costs drivers 6 times more […]