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Night Before De-Icer
The best way to rid your windscreen of Jack Frost or just a marketing gimmick to part you from your cash?
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Buying tyres
The tyre market has changed in recent years with the rise of internet based firms. Does it pay to shop around?
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How to spot accident damage
Buying a used car can be tricky. Here's some useful tips to help you avoid buying a banger.
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Five MOT myths
There's a few urban myths floating around when it comes to MOTs. Here's a few of them cleared up for good. |
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The facts about winter tyres
When the flip-flop weather disappears, should you be thinking about fitting your car with some winter boots? |
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15 point MOT checklist
Over 20 percent of cars fail due to a dead bulb. Reduce the chances of an MOT failure with these 15 simple checks. |
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European compulsory kit list
Country by country guide to compulsory equipment you'll need when you're heading west.
PDF version | 1 page 0.9MB |
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Tyre knowledge
From size to speed rating, repairs to run flats, get to grips with everything you need to know about tyres. |
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Air conditioning maintenance
If your air con smells like your sweaty gym socks or isn't blowing cold, a little TLC might be overdue. |
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How to jump start a car
Learn how to jump start with leads or jump packs. Also included are the top 6 causes of a flat battery. |
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How to check tyre tread depth
With 3 points on your licence and a fine per illegal tyre, make sure you stay legal on the road. |
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Jargon buster
Don't know your airbags from your antifreeze? Take a browse through the Jargon Buster. |
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75 point pre-MOT checklist
An exanded version of the 15 point pre MOT checklist. Here's 75 things to tick off if you want to be extra thorough! |
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How to change a fuse
Find out how to remove a fuse and see if it's blown. Plus get to grips with all the different types of fuses. |
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Check your oil
Love your engine? Then check your oil. What oil does, checking it, topping up and advice on what to buy is all covered here. |
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Car maintenance winter checklist
Get your car ship shape for the big freeze with the winter car maintenance checklist. |
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How to change a wheel
With the Great British Pothole an increasing feature on our landscape, knowing how to change a wheel may just come in handy!
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Top 10 regular car care checks
Ten easy steps you can take to give your car a little TLC. Stay safe, save money and avoid breakdowns. |
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25 car care tips
Extracts from the hints & tips in my book, here are 25 little nuggets of useful information. |
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10 things to keep in the boot
Things that are probably more useful to keep in the car than at the back of the garage.
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