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Author - Drew Hickman

10 Classic Cars Becoming Tax & MOT Exempt This Year (2023)

By Drew Hickman - January 23rd, 2023 - 0 Comments - News

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From Austin to Volvo, we reveal our top 10 classics that will become tax and MOT exempt in 2023. Our list includes renowned 80s icons, such as the BMW 3 Series E30, Ford Sierra and Porsche 944, as well as some super rare models such as the Renau...

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Bringing the Garage To You: BookMyGarage Adds Mobile Mechanics to its Growing Service Offering

By Drew Hickman - December 14th, 2022 - 0 Comments - News

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We are pleased to announce the addition of mobile mechanics to our growing service offering, with our latest study1 showing that 68% of customers would consider using the services of one. Motorists can now use our website to book to have their v...

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Why Is My Suspension Creaking? (And How to Fix It)

By Drew Hickman - December 5th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary Your suspension is an important part of your car, and without it, you wouldn’t be able to travel over uneven road surfaces safely. When parts wear out, they can cause a creaking sound to come from your suspension – this could...

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Is It My Clutch or My Gearbox? 8 Common Problems Explained

By Drew Hickman - December 2nd, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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As the clutch in a modern car lies between the engine and gearbox, it can be difficult to discern whether certain issues relate to the clutch or the gearbox. In this article, we address 8 of the most common problems that can befall these vital ...

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Cost of Living Crisis May See Drivers Skimp On Vehicle Upkeep

By Drew Hickman - December 1st, 2022 - 0 Comments - News

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A third of motorists say they are likely or very likely to either delay or skip having their vehicle serviced in the next 12 months due to the cost of living crisis. That’s according to our new study1 investigating how drivers are looking ...

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What To Do if You Break Down in Your Car

By Drew Hickman - December 1st, 2022 - 0 Comments - Lifestyle

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None of us leave the house planning to suffer a car breakdown. But whether we’ve pushed things too far playing petrol station roulette and run out of fuel, or simply been unlucky, breakdowns do happen. The most important thing to remember ...

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What is a Sequential Gearbox?

By Drew Hickman - November 28th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Mainly used in race and sports cars, a sequential gearbox lets you change gear manually, thereby giving you a faster shift. Read on to learn what a sequential gearbox is, and what the benefits of this type of transmission are. What Is a Seque...

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9 Things To Know About Learning To Drive in the UK

By Drew Hickman - November 23rd, 2022 - 6 Comments - Lifestyle

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Learner drivers have it tough. It can be a long and expensive path to a full licence with plenty of stressful moments along the way. So, what should you know about learning to drive in the UK? Here are the 9 most important points, with a further...

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Christmas Gift Guide For Petrolheads 2022

By Drew Hickman - November 15th, 2022 - 4 Comments - Lifestyle

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As Christmas approaches, we’ll all be starting to panic about what to buy our loved ones. To avoid the Christmas Eve panic, we’ve put together a list of some of the best gifts for car lovers so you can be sure you’ll get a smil...

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10 Ways to Save Money on Driving This Year (2022)

By Drew Hickman - November 15th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Money Saving Tips

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None of us wants to spend more on our car than we absolutely have to, especially with the cost of living so high right now. Running costs always seem to be rising and it can be hard to keep them under control. However, there are some easy ways t...

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