With a significant focus on the environment lately, more and more people are wondering how they can adopt greener, more environmentally friendly lives. However, you don’t have to give up your vehicle completely to lower your carbon footprint. There are ways you can reduce your car’s emissions for a cleaner, more economical and more environmentally […]
Category: Driving best practices
As autumn is well underway, we can expect a lot more rain and generally unfavourable weather conditions which can be hazardous when driving. While good visibility is essential all year round, the autumn months are when you may start to notice that the visibility in your car is reducing and that it may be time […]
Automatic vehicles are known for their reliability and longevity. However, there are still some common issues that you may uncover during the lifespan of your car. One of these problems is when the transmission slips or won’t stay in the right gear for any length of time. If your transmission slips, then it is not […]
From fuel to insurance, tax to maintenance, owning a car is not cheap. However, there are ways that you can make running a vehicle cheaper. The primary way to do this is through correct maintenance and following top tricks to make components of your vehicle last longer. So, to help you save money with your […]
Many Hollywood blockbusters have featured an event that we never want to happen in our lives. No, not being attacked by a monster (we don’t want this either) or ending up with our love interest and having a happy ever after but having a vehicle breakdown. According to the Highways Agency, there are over 85,000 […]
While we have been enjoying the final days of summer, it is time to turn our attention to the colder, darker months ahead and the weather conditions to match. While across Europe, motorists will be switching to winter tyres, in the UK, most drivers don’t bother. But, do winter tyres make sense in the UK […]
As the weather grows colder, you may find that you are needing to spend more of your time in the mornings demisting your vehicle. When you’re already late for work or trying to avoid the traffic, you need to begin your journey as quick as possible. So, to help you speed up the routine in […]
While an automatic vehicle is loved for its simplicity and ease, it is still important to know how your vehicle works, just in case there is ever an issue. By having an understanding of what goes on under the bonnet means you are more likely to spot problems early on which usually means a cheaper […]
There is little more annoying than when you have just had your car cleaned, only for your windscreen to get dirty again within a matter of hours. Windscreens are exposed to harsh elements (as well as birds!) on a regular basis, and it is no surprise that they collect dirt and grime quickly. No matter […]
Air conditioning in vehicles can sometimes lose their cool and become less effective than they once used to be. There is a range of issues that can affect the air conditioning in a car with an automatic transmission, including not cooling, losing power and emitting bad odours. There are a number of reasons for these […]