Author - Eve McPherson

MOT Checklist: Get Your Car Ready for Its MOT

By Eve McPherson - February 1st, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

To give your car the best chance of passing its MOT first time, there are a few quick pre-MOT checks you can easily do yourself. Seemingly insignificant issues like broken bulbs or dirty registration plates can actually lead to MOT failure. That...

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How to... Tell If You Have a Head Gasket Leak at Home (Novice)

By Eve McPherson - February 1st, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Over time, your car’s head gasket can age and break down, resulting in a leak which could cause extensive engine damage. Read on and find out more about head gasket leaks, how to check for one, and if you can drive with a leaking head gask...

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What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? (And What Does It Sound Like?)

By Eve McPherson - January 31st, 2024 - 28 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

A blown head gasket occurs when the seal between the engine block and cylinder head wears away, creating a distinctive noise. Learn what to look out for here.

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

By Eve McPherson - January 30th, 2024 - 1 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

As the clutch in modern cars lies between the engine and gearbox, it can sometimes be difficult to tell whether it’s your vehicle’s clutch or gearbox that’s at fault. In this blog, we cover the subtle signs and distinct symptom...

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What Engine Oil Does My Car Need?

By Eve McPherson - January 5th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Choosing the right engine oil for your car is a vital aspect of vehicle maintenance that can enhance your vehicle’s lifespan and performance. Using the right oil will help your car last for as long as possible, but using the wrong oil coul...

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Why Is My Clutch Slipping?

By Eve McPherson - November 1st, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

If your clutch is slipping or sticking, then your clutch has likely worn out. You should not take the issue of a slipping clutch lightly, as this can indicate that there is a serious issue with your vehicle's transmission and you may be in need ...

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Clutch Control: A Beginner's Guide

By Eve McPherson - October 30th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

If you want to drive a manual car, then you will have to master clutch control sooner or later. Whilst it can be tricky to start with, clutch control should get easier with a bit of practice – and it is a necessary skill to get the hang of...

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8 Tips to Make Your Clutch Last Longer

By Eve McPherson - October 25th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

A well-maintained clutch not only ensures a smooth drive but can even extend the lifespan of your vehicle. That’s why it’s so important that you take good care of your car’s clutch and act quickly if you notice a problem. Th...

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Why Is My Car Pulling to the Side?

By Eve McPherson - October 23rd, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

Does your car pull to the left or the right? Does the pulling take place only when you accelerate or when you apply the brakes? To understand why your car pulls to the side, you will need to gather details like the above so that you can share th...

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How to Avoid Riding the Clutch

By Eve McPherson - October 17th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

Riding the clutch every now and then probably won’t cause any lasting damage, but doing this consistently can cause your clutch to wear out prematurely. Read on and find out if riding the clutch can damage your car, why people do this, and...

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