According to the Guardian, only 200 of the 500,000 car mechanics in the UK are women. So, to say that the car servicing industry is male-dominated would clearly be a huge understatement. The garage environment can be a terrifying domain for women to enter, even in our modern world where misogynistic and sexist behaviour is […]
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Leaving your dog in a hot car – is it illegal?
The UK heatwave is upon us, which can come with danger for dogs who are left in a hot car. 30 minutes is all it can take for the temperature inside a car to reach extremely dangerous levels. A lot of us wouldn’t know what to do if faced with a pooch left in a […]
How To Keep A Parked Car Cool
It’s that time of year again If you didn’t already know, summer officially kicks off on June 21st. But the recent temperatures and glorious sunshine have persuaded us that its already here. So, here is some sound advice on how to cool down your car when its parked. Especially if you have a black one […]
5 reasons why motorway lessons can benefit learner drivers
From the 4th June, learner drivers are now able to drive on the motorway during their lessons. As long as they’re in a car with dual controls and an approved driving instructor. The new rules will not influence the driving test, so motorway driving will not be assessed. So, you’re probably wondering why learners are […]
What’s to be done about potholes?
What creates potholes? You can tell a lot about a country based on the state of its roads. Britain’s are now becoming increasingly worse. Due to the terrible cold weather, potholes are becoming more evident. They’re ruining the road surfaces and causing damage to vehicles. Water falls through cracks in the road, freezes and then […]
Is your MOT past due? Watch your back!
How many motorists does this affect? According to the DVSA, 28% of vehicles are late for their MOT – that’s over a quarter of all cars! Two-thirds of these are a week or more overdue. We understand that it’s an easy thing to forget, but it’s a vital part of owning a vehicle, and it […]