Grinding gears is never a good sign. If you feel or hear your gears grinding it’s best to get it checked out. There several different potential causes and none of them are good. The sooner you sort the problem, the less damage will be done. If you want to know what is causing the grinding, […]
Category: Avoiding Troubles
When your car is in low gear, it deals more effectively with steep slopes and slippery roads. With an automatic vehicle, you may be used to letting your car decide the gear. However, there are times when it is useful to be able to get a low gear option when you need it. In some […]
Delayed engagement is, at best, an annoyance. It is usually only a symptom of a bigger problem. If left unattended, it will turn into a more serious, and more expensive problem. So, if you are experiencing delayed engagement, then it is wise to get it looked at sooner rather than later. Diagnosing The Cause To […]
Delayed engagement is one of the most common problems for automatic transmissions. It can start as a minor inconvenience, but it can be the sign of a significant problem. Left untreated, delayed engagement and the issues that cause it can make your car inoperable. The more you try to drive it, the more extensive the […]
It’s a sad fact that potholes and damaged road surfaces are a fixture on many British roads and streets. The only way to get them fixed is for drivers to report them on mass. Driving into a pothole can damage your car, so it’s essential to be on the lookout for them. Our field guide […]
Whether your car is your pride and joy or simply your way of getting from A to B, you will still want to protect it from damage. Storms cause thousands of pounds of damage to vehicles and no matter where you live; your car could be at risk of being damaged by severe weather. For […]
When your automatic car changes gear it should be almost unnoticeable. This is because there is a lot of complicated machinery and computers controlling everything that your car does to make it a smooth operation. If you start to notice any signs that this is not working correctly, you should get your vehicle looked at […]
Cold and wet weather can affect several different components of your car. If you start to have trouble getting your car going when the temperature drops, then there are a few possible causes. Problem With The Battery This is the most likely culprit on a frosty morning. The cold can cause your battery to lose […]
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is still responsible for thousands of deaths and injuries each year. The accident rate is, in fact, still increasing each year. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and others safe. What Is The Legal Drink-Driving Limit? It depends where in the UK you are. Scotland […]
It is never a great experience when your car breaks down. But, in the dead of winter, it is even worse. As the weather gets cold, you should stay aware of warning signs that your car might be headed for a problem. Here are the top things to look out for, so that you don’t […]