It is quite astonishing the lengths that some drivers will go to to protect their beloved motors from dreaded bird droppings. In Clifton, Bristol, people have been placing spikes in trees near their homes to prevent the birds from fouling their cars from above. The spikes, normally used to stop birds resting or nesting on […]

Colder temperatures can increase the thickness of the engine oil, making your engine harder to turn over, thus causing the battery to have to work harder. That said, high heat can be just as damaging to your battery. Heat causes battery fluid to evaporate, thus damaging the battery’s internal structure. For this reason it’s always […]

Now that the winter is upon us, it is wise to have your vehicle fully serviced before the dreaded cold and wet weather kicks in, and have your fluids tested and topped up. Be sure to stock up on de-icer, windscreen wash, oil and anti-freeze. As well as getting your vehicle serviced, why not carry […]

We are all guilty of growing attached to our cars, and it can be a sad experience trading it in for a new one – so here’s some sure-fire tips on how you can prolong the life of your beloved motor and keep it in tiptop condition! Driving smoother and less aggressively will reduce wear […]

No car lasts forever, and however attached you may get to your fine four-fendered friend, there will come a time when you’ll want to trade up and sell your old motor – the process of which can be quite daunting, as expected. There are some important factors you need to consider beforehand. First, it is […]

We have all experienced some form of driving hazards – Whether it’s other drivers travelling at high speeds putting yourself and others in danger, or adverse weather conditions making the roads unsafe to be on, it is essential to be safe when behind the wheel. One hazard many aren’t aware of if the danger of […]

Frosty weather is on its way, Britannia warns drivers not to leave their car unattended with the engines running as this is exactly what car thieves look out for on a frosty morning. Research has found that 40% of drivers let their car’s engine clear icy screens before they drive off but the danger here […]

Tim Clarke, 19, is unable to afford car insurance due to extortionate insurance fees despite driving for a living, possessing a clean driving licence and a Certificate of Professional Competence. In attempting to insure his 1.3 Suzuki Jimny he was quoted between £3,000 and £5,000 and was turned down by Direct Line due to his […]

A study by Kwik Fit has disclosed that motorist are increasingly skipping scheduled servicing and maintenance on their cars while at the same time spending more than £1.8bn on cleaning products. The company said that those motorist who were most likely to put off maintenance were also the most likely to spend the most on […]

We need to learn the art of carrying an extra bag and put the waste in it. The report released by the Highways Agency asks for immediate attention on the matter. It states that 250,000 sacks of litter are cleared from motorways every year. The amount of money could be used to do something constructive […]