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Category - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

How Much Does a Gearbox Repair Cost? (UK)

By Lucy Nother - January 19th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Money Saving Tips

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Your gearbox is an essential part of your car, and without it, you would not be able to drive or appropriately change speeds. If you are concerned that you may need a gearbox repair, you’ll want to know how much it’s going to cost yo...

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How Much Does Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Cost? (UK)

By Lucy Nother - January 17th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Even the best drivers make the simple mistake of damaging their wheels – sometimes it happens through no fault of our own. If you’ve been wondering how much an alloy wheel refurbishment costs, we have the answer so you can get your a...

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How Much is a Car Diagnostics Test in the UK?

By Lucy Nother - December 19th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary A car diagnostics test costs anywhere from £30 to £100 in the UK, depending on the garage you take it to, and the make and model of your car. A diagnostics test can save you money in the long run, as it allows you to pick up ...

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What is Wheel Balancing?

By Eve McPherson - December 14th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Tyre on a Wheel Balancer

If your wheels aren’t balanced correctly, you may experience premature tyre wear and a bumpy ride. A professional garage will be able to resolve these issues for you, but how much do you actually know about wheel balancing? To be safe and ...

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How To... Tell If You Have a Head Gasket Leak At Home (Novice)

By Lucy Nother - December 12th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary Your head gasket is incredibly important in the function of your engine. If it breaks your coolant and oil will leak and mix, which can cause disastrous consequences. If you notice any white smoke, overheating, loss of engine power, clou...

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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 sports and race 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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A Beginner's Guide to Car Jargon

By Eve McPherson - November 25th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Front of a Car

Understanding your car can be complicated enough without all the jargon involved. In this article, we’ve simplified the process for you by providing definitions for some of the phrases and services you might hear in relation to your car. W...

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What Do Car Dashboard Warning Lights Mean? (And How to Turn Them Off)

By Eve McPherson - November 21st, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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The sudden appearance of a warning light on your car dashboard can be a cause for concern - but it can also help you to take good care of your vehicle and prevent unexpected breakdowns. In this article, we tell you what some of the warning light...

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How Do I Know If I Have a Bad Alternator?

By Lucy Nother - November 16th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

The title of the article, over a car alternator with a blue background.

Your alternator is an important piece of your car's make-up. Without it, you wouln't be able to run your car. In this article you will learn how to identify issues with your alternator, and what is causing them. What Is An Alternator? Your alt...

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What Are Brake Calipers?

By Lucy Nother - November 14th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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If your car uses a disc and pad braking system, it will have brake calipers. They are an essential part of your brakes and are critical in slowing down and stopping your vehicle. By the end of this article, you will know what brake calipers do, ...

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