This time of the year is when the weather really takes a turn for the worst and roads can become icy. Learning to drive on roads that are icy can be tricky, when the ice becomes slippery it can cause accidents. Its easy to loose control on icy roads as steering wheels may also […]

Engine failure, tyre-blowouts and brake fade can all be caused by extreme temperatures – so are you maintaining your car well enough to avoid a breakdown as the mercury rises? Extreme temperatures won’t just give you sunburn and melt roads, but they also risk causing severe damage to your car. Millions of motorists could be […]

If your car,motorcycle or light van has an MOT due on or after 30th March 2020, Your car, motorcycle or light vans MOT expiry date will automatically extended by 6 months, You will have a valid MOT certificate for an extra 6 months. You will not have to do anything for this extension of MOT […]

Here are some tips and tricks to help you all with saving money on your motor. 1. Get Cashback on Fuel Purchases Fuel is dangerously expensive, so why not at least earn a little while you can? The American Express offers a good cashback card option, as does Tesco, for more information check out Money Saving Expert’s petrol credit […]

The worst weather for driving is heavy rain, storms and snow, but are you prepared for it? Rain not only reduces visibility but also the amount of grip, which increases stopping distances. Before setting off, check car tyres have the legal minimum tread depth or more. If not your tyres will easily aquaplane, which could lead […]

Get your car ready for winter. We recommend that you regularly check the condition of your cars tyres condition and pressure. Ensure that they have plenty of tread; you can do this with a 20p coin, hold the coin in the tread and as long as the rubber comes above the border around the coin, your […]

Learn how not to fail your MOT with the following easy tips: Prepare yourself… 1. Coolant leak You may be surprised but fluids such as engine coolants and screen wash can leak but aren’t considered reasons for failure. Your vehicle can fail the MOT if the fluid creates a pool on the floor within five minutes, or if […]

As we’re getting closer and closer to Summer, we have to remember that with the sun more than likely in the UK comes the rain. And not just rain, but torrential rain. Here are some tips to keep you safe. Your stopping distance is doubled Remember that in wet conditions, the time it takes for […]

The number of vehicles that fell victim to vandalism last year apparently increased by 10% when compared to the number of incidents recorded in 2013 – with England and Wales has experiencing a significant upsurge in criminal damage to vehicles, including smashed wing mirrors and slashed tyres. The RAC Insurance director has labelled vandalism as […]

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 […]