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How to find a reliable garage for car repairs

If your vehicle breaks down it is usually at the most inconvenient time, possibly on the way to work or the day before you are due to go on holiday. Most people rely on their vehicle so need to get it fixed as soon as possible but finding a reliable and trustworthy garage to carry […]

What to expect at a car MOT

Once a year you will have to take your car to a registered test centre to have a MOT carried out. This is a very daunting time as you usually have no idea what work will be required to pass the car. Usually a MOT costs about £40-50 pounds but this is only if it […]

Checking your tyre depths

Checking your own tyre depths is a really important part of maintaining a car and could save your life and others. Often a car’s tyres are only checked when it comes to a MOT, but a lot can happen in 12 months and if they were close to the limit last MOT the chances are […]

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Shopping around for tyre prices

Tyres can be very expensive with people often looking to pay in excess of £200 for a set of four. There are so many options available to your when it comes to buying tyre it can all get a little confusing. You have the option of buying new or part worn tyres and then also […]

A personalised plate – the perfect gift

If you are struggling to know what to get for a loved one for a gift, hen yo may want to consider a personalised plate. You can pick up a personalised plate from approximately one hundred and eighty pounds (or possibly even less if you shop around). When looking to buy a plate you need […]

DIY repairs

Car repairs can be a huge expense for motorists. Not only mechanical but also bodywork repairs can cost hundreds of pounds a year and are often needed to maintain or even to sell the car. There are some repairs that should always be carried out by a qualified mechanic but for the smaller jobs, you […]

Tyre beading

Many people take their cars in to a garage suspecting that they have a puncture as the tyre seems to be deflating quite quickly after pumping it up. You may be surprised to find out that often you do not have a slow puncture but the air is actually escaping from the rim of the […]

Saving money on your MOT

Before taking your car in for an MOT there are some checks that you can do yourself to try and eliminate some of the causes of a failure. Light bulbs are checked during the MOT, so take a few minutes and check round the car to ensure all are working. Also ensure that your washer […]

Best place to buy a used car

If you are looking to buy a used car then there is always an element of risk. You may be buying a car off a complete stranger and have no idea of the history, if it has been looked after or even if the mileage is accurate. Even when buying a car off someone you […]

Advertising a car for sale

When it comes to selling cars, there are some many places to list it you may not be sure which one is best for you. Ebay allows the sale and purchase of vehicles but in my experience is often more hassle than it should be. Once someone has bid on your car or has agreed […]

Always Be Prepared

While there’s never a good time to break down, during the winter months it can be a lot worse and is also much more likely. Less daylight hours mean most of us are commuting in the dark and freezing temperatures and wet/icy conditions can make a breakdown a really unpleasant experience. If it’s not safe […]