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Affordable servicing from Evans Halshaw Accompanying our extensive range of offers on new and used vehicles are a wide selection of services that offer a cost-effective way of keeping your vehicle in its best possible condition. Ranging from routine servicing through to essential repairs, our dedic...
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Established in 2008, we strive to create a better world of motoring and provide our customers with an unparalleled level of customer service. Each Eden dealership is well recognised and a reputed business in the communities in which we operate, in part due to having developed a culture which is demo...
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At our automotive service center, we are committed to providing an unparalleled experience during the maintenance of your vehicle. Transparency is at the core of our philosophy, as we strive to present all available options with clarity and professionalism, complemented by our expert recommendation...
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Based in Banbury, Oxfordshire here at Herbies we offer fast and reliable services on all makes and models of cars. We take pride in our quality of work and offer the best competitive prices in the area. We offer services such as MOT's, servicing, diagnostics, general repairs, tyres and air condition...
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Welcome to HiQ Tyre & Autocare Banbury, we are independently owned and part of Goodyear's HiQ Autocentre nationwide network. We operate to the highest standards and use Original Equipment (OE) standard parts with 12 months guarantee so that your warranty is protected. We have the latest tyre fittin...
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Whether for a vehicle service, an urgent repair, or to undergo an MOT, people have long found Oxfordshire mobile mechanics the go-to choice. The same is true if they require clutch, brake, tuning or diagnostic work. Our top-notch friendly and professional team will give you the professional service ...
A car radiator disperses heat away from the main engine block. A car engine works by burning fuel (whether petrol or diesel), and this generates a considerable amount of heat. In addition, a car engine has many moving parts; this movement creates friction, which in turn adds to the heat.
Because a car engine must remain not too hot in order to avoid overheating and seizure, when it reaches a certain temperature the thermostat opens to allow the flow of coolant and water around the engine and back to the radiator, where it loses heat to the cooler surrounding air. The front grill of the car allows outside air to blow over the radiator. If the radiator gets too hot, for example on a very hot day, or when the car is stationary, a fan behind the radiator starts, helping to blow air over it.
The most common reason for needing a car radiator repair is a leak. There are many seals, gaskets and hoses in the cooling system that can deteriorate or get a hole in them. Furthermore, every radiator needs to be properly maintained and the coolant must be kept topped up. Your garage should provide coolant changes at the same time as your annual service.
It’s also a good idea to check your car’s coolant level regularly. If it seems to be dropping a lot, then you may have a leak in the cooling system.
How can you save money (and the environment) while you drive?
As every garage owner will tell you, there are some tried and tested ways to cut down on your petrol costs (and consumption) while you’re out and about in Banbury or beyond. One is to shut your windows. If you can hear that wind noise in your car it’s costing you more to drive. This is because the car becomes less aerodynamic and has to work harder to motor along. Removing a roof rack will improve your fuel efficiency for the same reason. Another useful tip is to combine short trips into one; each time you drive after your car has been parked for a while the engine will be cold and need to use a lot more fuel for the first 5 miles or so. If you do one trip from school drop-off to supermarket to office you’ll use far less fuel than if you do all those trips individually.