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How to change a tyre

Tuesday 30th July 2019

Knowing how to change a car tyre is a valuable life skill. And whether it’s a tyre blow out, a flat tyre or slow puncture, having tyre difficulty while you’re on the road can be stressful. Learn how to change a tyre from our 5 easy steps today. Changing a car tyre What you’ll need: Locking whee... Read More

Can you drive without an MOT?

Tuesday 23rd July 2019

It’s often easy to ignore the reminders of your annual MOT test pending and let it unintentionally creep up on you before you know it. However, according to UK law, it is a legal requirement that your vehicle has a valid MOT certificate, and your vehicle can not be driven without one. So, what happ... Read More

What are the best tyres for my car?

Friday 5th July 2019

A task that’s never top of anyone’s list, buying new tyres often comes at the most inconvenient of times – and usually in quite urgent circumstances. But when buying new tyres, it’s important to know which you should choose for your car – from tyre size to vehicle manufacturer recommendations, learn... Read More

How to improve fuel consumption

Monday 24th June 2019

Whether you’re a long-distance commuter or you spend your time on short but frequent journeys, the need to refill your petrol can come at the most inconvenient times. But what if you could improve your fuel consumption, and avoid spending half your life at the petrol station? Find out when your vehi... Read More

Historic vehicles MOTs

Thursday 13th June 2019

It’s a legal requirement for vehicles older than 3 years from the date of first registration to have an annual MOT test. However, there are some exceptions – historic (or classic) vehicles are often exempt from MOT tests, as are some large vehicles. Learn more about MOT exempt vehicles, including hi... Read More

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