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When is my car service due, and what car service do I need?

There are a handful of ways to decide when your next car service is due. Your service date could depend on the age of the car, its performance or even how long you’ve owned it.

24th June, 2025

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What is the difference between an interim, full and major service?

25th June, 2025

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How to Identify Traffic Light Cameras: A Simple Guide

20th July, 2025

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When Is It Legal to Drive Without an MOT Certificate? Everything You Need to Know

21st July, 2025

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Why Should You Service Your Car? Why Servicing Your Car is Important

You're not the first person to ask yourself "why should I service my car?". It's a question many drivers ponder when racking up bills for work that might, on the face of it, seem unnecessary. But actually, regular servicing is crucial for the maintenance of your car.

15th December, 2025

Repairs & prices

When do I need to change brake pads? Here's how often to change brake pads on your car

Car brake pads last around 50,000 miles on average, but car brake discs can last longer. Mechanics usually recommend changing your brake pads when the thickness is reduced to 3-4mm. For maximum safety, mechanics usually suggest changing brake discs and pads at the same time.

15th December, 2025

Summer Driving - Your car's summer health check list

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Summer Car Checklist: Expert Tips to Get Your Car Ready For Summer

There are few distinct differences between summer and winter driving —excessive heat and bright light being the major contenders. With that in mind, it raises plenty of areas to consider for your summer vehicle health check.

15th December, 2025

Will an alloy wheel refurbishment add ‘kerb appeal’ when selling your car_

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The Clean and Preen Guide to Selling a Used Car

Almost everyone you speak to right now is more budget-conscious than they’ve probably ever been.

15th December, 2025

Repairs & prices

What Is a Car Suspension System & How Does It Work? The Complete Guide

We all know that your car suspension helps protect your car from bumps and potholes in the road and all those other nuisance items you may run over, but what else does it do?

14th December, 2025

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Why does my car judder when I brake? Here's how to fix car brake juddering

Our customers ask us a lot of questions about problems they’re having with their car’s brakes. We take them very seriously, as they’re such an essential part of your vehicle’s safety. From the most basic, ‘what does brake mean’ and ‘what does the brake warning light mean’, to more sophisticated questions about brake pad compounds, ABS and driver-assisted braking systems.

14th December, 2025

Repairs & prices

What Battery Do I Need For My Car? Guide to Getting the Correct Battery

A car battery has a shelf life of anywhere between 3 to 5 years. Many come with a guarantee, so be sure to check your original purchase or dealership receipt to find out if you’ll have to pay for a replacement or if your faulty or failing battery is covered.

14th December, 2025

Repairs & prices

Car Winterization Checklist: How to Prepare Your Car For Winter

Winter presents a number of issues to motorists, but you can guard against problems with your car by making sure it’s ready for the colder months. Here are some tips to help prepare your car for the colder months and keep you safe on the roads.

14th December, 2025

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What Size is My Tyre? The Ultimate Guide on How to Read Tyre Sizes

We’ve been talking about alloy wheel repair, refurbishment and their general upkeep recently, so a topic that links nicely with those is how we determine which tyres are the correct option for your wheels.

13th December, 2025

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The Ultimate Guide to Alloy Wheel Finishes

One of the most noticeable components to really set a car apart from the competition is the choice of wheels.

13th December, 2025

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Top 10 Car Money Saving Tips - Expert Car Maintenance tips to save you money

Owning a car can be expensive but you can mitigate a lot of that expense by shopping around, driving smoothly and getting your car checked over regularly. At £49, a Fixter diagnostic inspection can potentially save you from costly repairs.

13th December, 2025

OBD-II Code P0455: Evaporative Emissions Control (EVAP) System Leak

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How to fix an OBD P0455 fault code: Evaporative Emissions Control (EVAP) System Leak

The P0455 code indicates a large leak explicitly in the evaporative emission control (EVAP) system. The purpose of the EVAP system is to prevent fuel vapours from escaping into the atmosphere, so when the P0455 triggers, the most common reason for this is a broken, loose or missing gas cap. The P0440 OBD-II code is a general code for a less severe leak with the EVAP system.

12th December, 2025