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Timing Belt Replacement and Its Effect on Car Efficiency

Discover how a worn timing belt affects fuel use, engine performance, and your car’s lifespan. Learn why timing belt replacement matters for car efficiency.

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Motoring Fundamentals: How to Keep Your Car Insurance Premiums Low

Car insurance is not only necessary for protecting you and your car; it is the law. There are several options to choose from including full coverage and basic liability insurance, but you should always try to keep your premiums low no matter the type of coverage you have. Here are some strategies you can take advantage of.

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Brake discs: How they work and when and how to change brake pads

Understanding how the brake system of a vehicle works and how to find spare parts is important for any driver to know.

In response to the the brake pedal being pressed, a piston inside the brake master cylinder presses hydraulic fluid in the brake lines, which moves the pistons and pushes the brake pads against the rotor. When a driver bakes harder, more pressure is created inside...

3 Security upgrades every vehicle can benefit from

If you feel like the factory set security on your vehicle is enough, we think you should reconsider.

Aftermarket security upgrades have proved to be one of the best things that you can do for your vehicle. However, many people avoid it simply because they think that the chances are rare and that ‘theft will not happen to them’. Whatever the chances are, it’s still a risk and you...

Fundamental Car Care Tips: How to Pressure Wash your Vehicle

Pressure washing your vehicle can save you loads of time and tonnes of water. The high-pressure water and no-drip water, and detergent nozzle allow you to clean your car quickly and with limited manual labor.

A pressure washer is a gas or electric motor-powered engine that dispenses high-pressure water used to remove dirt and grime from various household interior and exterior items,...

Is the VIN number the same as the serial number?

Get to know and learn the 3 main differences between these two sets of characters that give identification to your vehicle.

Before we begin to explain what their inequalities focus on, let's start with two simple questions; the first is, do you know what a car is, and the second is, do you understand how a car is identified?

In the first question, most probably 100% will...

Vehicle VIN: What it is and how you can find it in a simple way

You may have heard of a car's VIN at some point, especially if you have one. However, do you know what it is? If you are interested in learning and really understanding what it is and all the documentation it contains, here is all the information you need.

What is the VIN number and where can I find it? is a question frequently asked by new drivers. This is due to the fact that the...

Tyre Care Tips to Ensure Your Car’s Safety

It can be argued that, as the only part of your car to touch the ground, your tyres are the most important part of your vehicle. While others may prefer to discuss engine performance, sharp and responsive brakes, or even techy details which help to keep you alerted to potential hazards, your tyres are the one point on which all these features rely. As such, it is essential to keep your tyres...

Mercedes-Benz South West complete expansion in Estover

Mercedes-Benz South West have successfully expanded its workshop facility adjacent to the existing Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) Centre located in Estover, Plymouth. The family-run franchise which possesses multiple sites located across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset, has acquired a space previously used by DPD to fulfil the expansion.

Following numerous lockdowns over the past 2...

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Do these 5 things to make your car smell better

No matter how nice your car might look on the outside, driving to work or going out to run errands is always going to be a bit of a downer if your car’s interior doesn’t smell good. Your car’s smell doesn’t just affect your own driving experience. Do you really think you’re going to impress your date this weekend if your car still smells like the fish and chips that you ate during your lunch...

Microchip Shortage: Skoda Fabia Launch Date Delayed

The global microchip shortage is wreaking havoc all over the world, as supply chain remains a huge problem. These tiny chips can be found in almost every electronic device we own, from our mobile phones to our cars, and even our refrigerators.

As the crisis continues, many car manufacturers have been forced to delay the release of new models that were due to come on the market. Who...

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