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Common Starter Motor Problems
Car Maintenance, Starter Motor
Our handy guide will help you identify the common signs that your starter motor has a problem.
Caring For Your Car During COVID-19
Car Maintenance, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Tyre Maintenance
Check out our handy guide to care for your car during COVID-19, so it's ready for when you need it.
What Is The Impact Of Coronavirus On The Supply Of Car Parts?
Car Parts, Coronavirus, OEM Parts
Coronavirus is expected to have a significant impact upon the supply of car parts ordered from the Far East and China.
Use The ‘Dutch Reach’ Driving Hack And Save Lives
Road Safety
This ‘Dutch Reach’ hack could help you spot a motorcyclist or cyclist when leaving your vehicle, before it is too late.
Driving Theory Tests Are Changing Again In April
DVSA, Learner Driver, Theory Driving Test
From 14 April the driving theory test will be updated to make it more inclusive, with video replacing the case study section.
Drivers Flashing Headlights To Warn Other Motorists Of Speed Cameras Face £1,000 Fine
Police, Speeding, Speeding Fine
Flashing your headlights to warn a fellow motorist could leave you facing a hefty fine and criminal conviction.
Will GB And EU Flags On Number Plates Be Legal Post-Brexit?
If your vehicle number plates have EU or GB flags, find out if they will be legal post-Brexit.
Everything You Need To Know About Green Car Parts
Environment, Green Car Parts, Sustainability, Vehicle Recycling
Be smart, savvy and sustainable by opting for a green car part over buying new.
Drivers Can Be Fined £5000 For Singing Too Loudly In Their Car
Road Safety, Singing
You can be fined up to £5,000 and receive 9 points for ‘driving without due care and attention’ or ‘dangerous driving’ if singing too loudly behind the wheel.
The Most Unreliable New Car For 2019 Has Been Revealed - Do You Own One?
Unreliable Car
A recent survey has revealed the UK’s most unreliable car following research involving almost 44,000 drivers.
L Plate Hate: A Third Of Learners Suffer Abuse From Other Motorists
Dangerous Driving, Learner Driver, Road Rage
Verbal abuse, rude hand gestures and intimidating driving is causing drivers to abandon their quest to turn their green licence pink.
Holding Your Phone While Driving To Be Banned To Close Loophole
Bad Driving Habits, Dangerous Driving, Driving, Mobile Phone
Mobile phone usage for any reason behind the wheel - not just two-way communication - is set to be banned.
Almost 5 Million Cars On UK Roads Have Defective Headlights
Headlights, Winter Driving
A recent survey has found 4.6 million cars are being driven on UK roads with defective headlights.
7 Step Checklist To Get Your Car Winter Ready
Car Maintenance, Winter Driving, Winter Health Check
Is your car ready to tackle the worst that winter has to offer? It will be after you've used our handy 7 step checklist.
Common Heater Motor Problems
Heater Motor Assembly, Heater Motor Blower, Heater Motor Resistor
Is your car’s heating system not working as it should? Our simple guide will help you spot the most common heater motor problems.
Common Ford 1.0L EcoBoost Engine Problems
EcoBoost, Engine Problems, Engine Replacement, Ford, Used Car Engines
Check out our guide highlighting some of the most common problems with Ford 1 litre EcoBoost engines.
Drivers Making Rude Hand Gestures Behind The Wheel Could Face A £1000 Fine
Road Rage
Are you prone to a bit of road rage? If you’ve got a hot temper behind the wheel you might want to think twice about acting out, as your frustrations could land you a hefty £1000 fine.
Speed Camera Myths - Everything You Need To Know To Avoid Getting Caught Speeding
Average Speed Cameras, Speed Cameras, Speeding, Speeding Fine
Get clued up on the top 10 speed camera myths and avoid getting caught speeding.
Why Do Drivers Put Fake Badges On Cars?
Car Badges, Car Parts
This trend of slapping fake badges on cars is getting out of hand. It isn't fooling anyone!
Parent And Child Parking Spaces: What You Need To Know
Parent And Child Spaces, Parking
Are you clued up on parent and child parking spaces? Here's everything you need to know.
Could A Hands-Free Mobile Ban For Drivers Be On Its Way?
Hands Free, Mobile Phone, Road Safety
MPs in England and Wales have suggested that drivers be banned from using hands-free mobile phones.
What Is A Car Infotainment System?
Car Infotainment Systems, Used Car Parts
Find out more about all things car infotainment, from it's definition to what it does with our handy guide.
Google Maps Speed Camera Update Will Help You Avoid Getting A Ticket
Average Speed Cameras, Speed Cameras
The latest Google Maps update will (finally) give you speed camera warnings.
7-Step Spring Car Care Checklist
Car Maintenance, Car Spring Clean
Spring is here! Use our handy car care checklist to help you get your car ready for the new season and the warmer weather it brings.
Drivers Playing Loud Music Or Revving Engines To Face £100 Fine
Anti-Social Driving, Police, PSPO, Public Space Protection Order
Under new laws drivers could face a £100 fine if they play loud music or rev their engines.
Record Numbers Of Cars Expected To Fail Their MOT In March
MOT, MOT Failure, MOT Test, MOT Tips
According to new research, a record number of vehicles are expected to fail their MOT this month – frustratingly, more than half will be for easily-avoidable reasons.
Here’s Everything YOU Need To Know About UK Car Tax
Car Tax, Road Tax
In a twist about car tax? Check out our guide and learn everything you need to know!
West Midlands Police Reveal Most Stolen Car Brands
Vehicle Theft
Discover the most stolen cars in the West Midlands and the steps you can take to help protect your car from thieves.
Get Your Free Winter Car Check At Our Poole Site
Car Maintenance, Winter Health Check
Is your car ready for winter? Get peace of mind with a free health check on us. Simply drive in and take advantage of this offer today
Are You Clued Up On MOT Test Changes?
MOT, MOT Failure, MOT Test, MOT Tips
May brought with it lots of changes to the MOT test as we know it. Are you clued up on what's changed?
What Are Green Car Parts? Everything You Need To Know
Car Parts, Green Car Parts, Recycled Car Parts, Used Car Parts
Here's everything you need to know about green car parts. Start saving money on the parts you need today!
Top 10 Car Repair Fails
Car Fail, Car Parts, Car Repair
Check out the best examples of car repair fails that we've come across scouring the internet. Some of these are brilliant (-ly awful)!
What Is A Cat D Car?
Category D, Motor Salvage, Salvage Vehicle Categories, Vehicle Repair
Here's what you need to know about Cat D vehicles and also our top tips for purchasing them with confidence.
Want To Avoid Speeding Fines? Get Clued Up On Average Speed Cameras
Average Speed Cameras, Speed Cameras, Speeding, Speeding Fine
You may have noticed an increasing amount of average speed cameras being put up on highways across the country. Here's what you need to know to avoid getting a fine from one.
Common Tyre Problems
Tyre Care, Tyre Checks, Tyre Maintenance, Tyre Problems
Tyres are the cause of some of the most common problems that you will experience when owning a car. Get clued up on how to spot a tyre problem.
Penalty Points and Fines Set to Double for Motorists Using Phone Behind the Wheel
Driving, Mobile Phone
The punishment for using a mobile phone behind the wheel is set to double under proposed new government legislation.
The Safest Used Cars in Britain Revealed
Britain, Co-Op Insurance, Crash, Driving, Euro NCAP Safety Rating, Fiat 500L, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Mazda CX-5, Mercedes-Benz A Class, Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 308, Safety Tests, Second Hand Cars, Thatcham Research, Used Cars, Vauxhall Astra, Vehicle Safety, Volkswagen Golf MK7, Volvo V40
It's better to be safe than sorry. Check out the used cars that are the safest in Britain.
Common Annoying Driver Habits
Bad Driving Habits, Dangerous Driving, Driving
Check out the most common annoying driver habits for UK road users.
Driving Test Changes
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency , Driving Test, DVSA, Practical Driving Test, RAC Foundation, Road Safety, Theory Driving Test
The driving test as we know it is set to change to make it more realistic and improve road safety.
The Unique Subaru Rumble Explained
Boxer Engine, Car Engines, Car Parts, Engine Replacement, Rumble, Subaru, WRX STI
Ever wondered a Subaru rumbles? Wonder no more!
Wing Mirror Buying Guide
Car Door Mirror, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts, Wing Mirror
Check out our handy wing mirror buying guide and get the replacement you need today for less.
Vauxhall Zafira B Recalled Again Due To Fire Risk
Car Faults, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, Heater Motor Resistor, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts, Vauxhall, Vauxhall Zafira, Vehicle Fire, Zafira B
Vauxhall has announced the second wave of Zafira B recalls affecting over 230,000 vehicles.
Fuel Injector Problems and Symptoms
Car Parts, Car Parts Online, Fuel Injector Inspection, Fuel Injectors, Injector Problems, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
Our guide will help you understand the most common injector problems and how to look out for them.
Common Turbocharger Problems and Turbo Failure Warning Signs
Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Turbo, Turbo Problems, Turbocharger, Used Car Parts
Check out our guide and be in the know for the most common turbocharger problems and turbo failure warnings.
Help! My Parcel Shelf Is Broken
Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Parcel Shelf, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
Is your parcel shelf broken? Need a replacement parcel shelf? We can help!
Top 6 Signs Of Alternator Problems
Alternator, Alternator Problems, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
Have you got a faulty alternator? Find out with our guide of the most common alternator problems.
How To Detect a Faulty Mass Airflow Sensor
Air Flow Meter, Air Flow Sensor, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, MAF Sensor, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
Have you got a problem with your air flow meter? Detect a problem with your air flow sensor easily with our guide.
Car Dashboard Warning Lights and What They Mean
Car Dashboard, Dashboard Warning Lights
Need help with car dashboard warning lights? Read our warning lights guide to find out what they mean and how to help stop them showing in the future.
Common Engine Problems
Car Engines, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, Engine Fault, Engine Problems, Engine Replacement, OEM Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Engines, Used Car Parts
Check out our guide of the most common engine problems and what causes them.
Common MOT Test Failures
MOT Failure, MOT Test, MOT Tips
An MOT test failure can often be avoided. Check out our handy guide that will help your vehicle pass with flying colours.
Power Steering Problems: How to Diagnose a Fault
Car Engines, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Power Steering, Spare Parts, Steering Problems, Used Car Parts
Are you breaking into a sweat trying to turn your wheel or has it completely locked up? If so you may have a fault with your power steering system. We've put this guide together to help diagnose some of the more common power steering problems.
Spring Clean Your Car: A Handy Guide
Car Detailing, Car Spring Clean, Car Wash
Give your car a pat on the bonnet for making it through the winter. Harsh weather, salt, grit, potholes and perhaps a bit of neglect have been overcome and it's now time to give your pride and joy a well-earned and long overdue spring clean.
Finding a Replacement Airbag
Airbags, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Safety Tests, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts, Vehicle Safety
Cars are now safer than ever before thanks in large to developments in airbag technology. Vehicles now come equipped with an array of different airbag units to protect occupants in the case of a collision.
Looking After Your Cooling and Heating System Parts
Car Cooling & Heating, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, Intercoolers, OEM Parts, Radiators, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
We've all been there, spending half the morning scraping ice off the windscreen before you sit, wait and pray for it to warm up inside so that you can feel your fingers again, before you embark on your journey.
Replica Parts: What You Need To Know
Car Parts, Car Parts Online, OEM Parts, Replica Car Parts, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts
Getting hold of the parts you need for your car isn't easy! We know what it's like to be hunting for that one part for days, weeks or even months on end. This is why replica parts have become so popular.
Nearside vs Offside – How to Tell the Difference
Car Door Mirror, Car Parts, Car Parts Online, Nearside, OEM Parts, Offside, Spare Parts, Used Car Parts, Wing Mirror
We've put together this simple guide to ensure you’ll always remember which way round nearside and offside are. Trust us, this will help massively next time you need to replace a light, mirror or any other part which is located on both sides of your car.