Research carried out by automotive specialist, Warranty Direct, reveals that the DIY jobs of yesteryear are now not only almost impossible to carry out at home, but collectively cost motorists millions in garage bills. The warranty provider’s annual study of garage labour rates shows that an hour of a professional technician’s time costs £96 on […]
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 […]
GEM Recommends Motorists Continue Maintenance Especially For Staycations
Here’s the latest from GEM about how we should continue maintaining our vehicles, regardless of how far we are travelling for a holiday this summer: With summer on its way and families planning UK ‘staycations’, it is more important than ever for drivers to continue to take care of their cars. David Williams MBE, CEO […]
Do You Know What’s Under The Bonnet?
Here’s the latest from STP on how we should reconnect with our cars. Car DIY is on the increase, thanks no doubt in part to the financial squeeze, but an unnecessary fear of the unknown is preventing simple cost-saving DIY amongst many motorists, according to STP, the engine care and fuel additives specialist. Lack of […]
How Often Do You Check Your Tyres?
It never fails to amaze me how little attention people actually pay to their cars. Far too many of us seem to just jump in the car, drive (immediately, putting stress on the engine) to their destination and jump out, repeating the process for the return journey. Tyres in particular are particularly important. The four […]