BookMyGarage Logo
  • Find A Garage
  • MOT

    MOT Advice

    MOT Guide
    Lost MOT Certificate
    7 Things To Know About An MOT Re-Test
    MOT Failure: Everything You Need to Know

    Top Locations

    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh
    Milton Keynes
    Birmingham
    Exeter
    Norwich
    Bournemouth
    Glasgow
    Plymouth
    Bristol
    Leeds
    Reading
    Cardiff
    Liverpool
    Sheffield
    Coventry
    London
    Southampton
    Derby
    Manchester
    Warrington
  • Service

    Service Advice

    What Does a Full Service Include? (And Why You Need to Book One Right Now)
    SecretService - Save Money On Your Main Dealer MOT or Service With Our Exclusive Deals!

    Top Locations

    Birmingham
    Manchester
    Bristol
    Plymouth
    Coventry
    Sheffield
    Glasgow
    Southampton
    Leeds
    Liverpool
    London
  • Blog
  • Login

How to Choose the Best Dash Cam (2022)

By Drew Hickman - January 21st, 2022 - 0 Comments - Lifestyle

dash cam set up on car windscreen with blog title overlayed

We recommend that every driver in the UK uses a dash cam. They are guaranteed to protect you against false insurance claims and help to make the roads safer as a result. In some cases, they can even reduce your insurance premiums! However, there...

Read Post

Tighter UK Mobile Phone Driving Laws Now Enforced in 2022

By Drew Hickman - January 10th, 2022 - 0 Comments - News

The article title beside a hand scrolling a smartphone inside a car.

It has always been illegal to use a handheld mobile phone to send a text or make a phone call, except for an emergency call. However, the development of smartphones has created more loopholes within the legislation. Using your mobile phone while...

Read Post

How Much Does a Headliner Repair Cost? (And 5 Ways You Can Keep it Down)

By Drew Hickman - January 7th, 2022 - 3 Comments - Money Saving Tips

The article title over the headliner fabric of a car, with the rear-view mirror reflecting the sky.

According to Checkatrade, the average full headliner repair cost is £225. Prices range from £100 to £350 and include materials and labour costs. If you own a premium vehicle, you can expect to pay more for a full replacement. ...

Read Post

Why is a Car Service History So Important? (And How to Recover a Lost Service History)

By Drew Hickman - December 22nd, 2021 - 24 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

mechanic completing car service to prove history of good vehicle maintenance

Car servicing is one of the most important forms of maintenance. That's why many drivers place so much value on being able to see the service history of a car. A full service history is a complete record of the maintenance that has been complete...

Read Post

Over 13 Million UK Drivers Admit to Tailgating

By Drew Hickman - December 14th, 2021 - 0 Comments - News

The top of a steering wheel where you can see the driver tailgating another car through a windscreen

Our latest research suggests more than 13 million1 UK drivers have tailgated another vehicle at some point. This is despite the fact that almost all drivers (86%) strongly or somewhat agree that tailgating is an all-too-common problem on UK road...

Read Post

How to Check and Replace Your Windscreen Wipers

By Drew Hickman - December 13th, 2021 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

close-up of windscreen wiper on car windscreen clearing rain to aid visibility

Windscreen wipers are a simple car part that many of us take for granted. However, they are an important safety feature, so you should check your wiper blades regularly. The unpredictable British weather means you should always expect rain - eve...

Read Post

How to Jump Start a Flat Battery in 7 Easy Steps

By Drew Hickman - December 3rd, 2021 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

driver attaching jump leads to flat car battery to get vehicle moving again

Flat batteries are an all too common problem, especially during winter. This means that most drivers will have to jump start a car at one time or another - so how do you do it safely? By the end of this article, you will know: What safety preca...

Read Post

What Is Antifreeze? 7 Things You Need to Know

By Drew Hickman - November 29th, 2021 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

The article title beside a bottle of green liquid being poured into the antifreeze reservoir.

Antifreeze and coolant are terms often used to describe the same thing. They both refer to the liquid that helps your engine run at the right temperature. The main difference between antifreeze and coolant is when they are most effective. The en...

Read Post

The Ultimate Guide to Car Batteries

By Drew Hickman - November 19th, 2021 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

The article title beside a car battery, the plus sign visible, with a red battery clip attached.

Our cars wouldn't go anywhere without batteries. That's why we need to take extra care of them, especially in the winter months. A fully-charged battery can struggle enough with the cold, so you can likely imagine how an undercharged or failing ...

Read Post

How Does a Car Clutch Work? 8 Things You Need to Know

By Drew Hickman - November 12th, 2021 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

The article title in an orange box beside gloved hands holding a clutch flywheel.

Every car has a clutch and we all know that it is one of the most important car parts. After all, clutch control is the first thing we're taught as learners! But do you know exactly what the clutch does and why we should look after it as best we...

Read Post

Page 19 / 35« First‹1718192021›Last »

BookMyGarage Blog

Up-to-date motoring news, guides and information. With a variety of categories including news and motoring, we’ll help you out with driving safely, caring for your car and preparing for your MOT test.

Compare MOT, service & repair deals near you

Don't know your vehicle registration?
Exclusive MOT & Servicing deals at your local Main Dealer.

Search posts

Sign up to our Newsletter

Get monthly up-to-date news, guides and information straight to your inbox!

Car Care Made Simple CategoryMoney Saving Tips CategoryLifestyle CategoryNews Category

Follow BookMyGarage

BookMyGarage
Book My Garage
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
  • How it Works
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Press
Drivers
  • FAQ
  • Find a Garage
  • MOT Date Checker
  • Secret Service
  • Motorist Login
  • Electric Vehicles
  • Blog
Garages
  • Join the Directory
  • Digital Services
  • Testimonials
  • Garage Login
  • Garage Blog

Copyright © 2023 BookMyGarage