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EV Servicing Costs a Third Less Than ICE Servicing on Average

By Drew Hickman - February 22nd, 2023 - 0 Comments - News

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According to our latest bookings data, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are significantly cheaper to service than petrol, hybrid or diesel models.1 Our data shows that an EV service costs on average £103 – around a third less expensive than d...

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What Does a Full Service Include? (And Why You Need to Book One Right Now)

By Eve McPherson - February 8th, 2023 - 30 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Booking a full car service is a great way of maintaining your car's health, as many vital components will be checked during the service.

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10 Classic Cars That Became Tax & MOT Exempt in 2023

By Drew Hickman - January 23rd, 2023 - 2 Comments - News

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From Austin to Volvo, we reveal our top 10 classics that will become MOT and tax exempt in 2023. Our list includes renowned 80s icons, such as the BMW 3 Se...

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When Can I Put Water In My Car Radiator?

By Eve McPherson - January 9th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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You may know that a car radiator is responsible for regulating the temperature of the engine, but do you know if you can top it up with water in an emergency?

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What Is a Sequential Gearbox?

By Drew Hickman - November 28th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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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 sequent...

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A Beginner's Guide to Car Jargon

By Eve McPherson - November 25th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

Understanding your car can be complicated enough without all the jargon involved. In this article, we’ve simplified the process for you by providing ...

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How to... Tell If You Have a Gearbox Problem At Home (Novice)

By Eve McPherson - October 17th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Without a functioning gearbox, you may find yourself breaking down in the middle of a busy road. That’s why it’s so important that you learn to...

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What is an Alternator?

By Drew Hickman - September 28th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

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Without a functioning alternator, you will likely notice that your car's headlights, radio, and other electronic components struggle to work. Though your battery is responsible for restarting your vehicle once it is turned off, the alternator ha...

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MOT Exemption

By Lucy Thomas - September 22nd, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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For most vehicles, an MOT is a yearly occurrence to ensure our cars are safe and road legal. Certain vehicles are MOT exempt, meaning they do not need to b...

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Tyre Size: Explained

By Drew Hickman - September 21st, 2022 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

Whether you drive a car or a van, you don’t want to be driving along on tyres that are not built to carry the weight of your vehicle. You could do some serious damage to your vehicle by driving on tyres that are the wrong size, and this in...

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