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Is Your Car Leaking Oil When Parked?

By Tim Miller - August 4th, 2022 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title with a white car leaking oil by it's front tyre, with an orange overlay.

If you think your car is leaking oil when parked, you need to investigate the cause. An oil leak is serious and needs immediate attention. By the end of this article, you will know: The steps to take in such a situation How to ascertain that yo...

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How to Buy a Car: 4 Steps to Get the Best Deal

By Drew Hickman - July 28th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Money Saving Tips

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Buying a car can be a scary experience. There's a lot to think about if you want the best deal. After all, the last thing you need is to be ripped off. This article will help you buy a new car successfully. Once you've read our used car buying g...

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4 Common Clutch Problems: The Cause & How to Fix it

By Eve McPherson - July 27th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Realising it’s time to put your foot down and take control of your car’s health? A faulty car part is an obvious cause for concern – all the more so when a vital component like your clutch isn’t behaving as it should. Lik...

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How To Change Your Clutch

By Drew Hickman - July 22nd, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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The clutch in your car is one of the most important components that keep you moving. It is also one of the most expensive to repair and replace when things go wrong. In this tough economic climate, we all want to save a bit of money. If you fanc...

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What Are Car Recalls? (And Why You Should Check Your Car)

By Drew Hickman - July 19th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Whether you love your current car or are planning to upgrade soon, your vehicle is undoubtedly an amazing feat of engineering. An intricate mix of mechanical and electrical components are designed to work in unison to get you moving on the road....

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What Engine Oil Does My Car Need?

By Drew Hickman - July 15th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over the top of a flow of engine oil, in front of an engine part.

If you don't know what engine oil your car needs, it's very easy to make the wrong choice. There are plenty of options available, and it can be overwhelming if you don't know what to look out for. Unfortunately, the wrong decision can cause seve...

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Squeaky Brakes: Why They Are Squeaking & How to Stop It

By Drew Hickman - July 14th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

close-up of brake disc and calliper on car with wheel removed and squeaky brakes blog title on top

Squeaky brakes put fear in every driver. We all start thinking the worst when we hear an unfamiliar noise. Will they still work when I need them to? Do I have the money to repair them? What am I going to do without a car? However, there’s...

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Car Smells: What They Mean, and How to Get Rid of Them

By Eve McPherson - July 4th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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We all know the one question that no one in a car wants to hear: "What's that smell?" When something goes wrong, it can be difficult to tell what is causing the problem. That's why we've put together this handy list, designed to help you sniff o...

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Burning Smell From Car - How To Identify And Fix The Problem

By Lucy Nother - July 4th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

female driver holding her nose and checking car air con system for burning smell

Unfortunately, most drivers will experience issues with smells coming from their cars. A burning smell can seem particularly alarming at first, but no fear. There are several different reasons why your car may smell like burning. Here we will go...

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Beat the MOT Rush: 3 Key Reasons to Book Your Test Right Now

By Drew Hickman - June 23rd, 2022 - 0 Comments - News

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If you've ever owned a 3+-year-old-vehicle in the UK, you'll have booked an MOT. It's one of the biggest necessary evils of car ownership and something most drivers have to grin and bear every year. But, since 2020, drivers who have an MOT due b...

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