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Car care basics

Oct 20265 min read

MOT vs service: what's the difference, and do you need both?

One's a legal check, the other keeps your car healthy. Here's why skipping either costs more in the end.

Tyres

Sep 20266 min read

How to read your tyres (and when to replace them)

Those numbers on the sidewall tell you size, load, speed rating and age. Here's how to decode them.

EV & hybrid

Sep 20267 min read

Servicing a hybrid or electric car: what's actually different

Fewer moving parts doesn't mean no maintenance. What your EV still needs, and what it doesn't.

Safety

Aug 20265 min read

Five brake noises you shouldn't ignore

Squeals, grinding, judder and a soft pedal: what each one means and how urgent it is.

Seasonal

Oct 20264 min read

Get your car ready for winter in 20 minutes

Batteries, tyres, wipers and screenwash: the quick checks that prevent most cold-weather breakdowns.

Collector's edition

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№ 010+Cars serviced

№ 020%First-time MOT pass rate

№ 030 monthsParts & labour warranty

№ 040★From 1,400+ reviews

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MOT vs service: what's the difference, and do you need both?

How to read your tyres (and when to replace them)

Servicing a hybrid or electric car: what's actually different

Five brake noises you shouldn't ignore

Get your car ready for winter in 20 minutes

Our numbers, in mint condition.

Pop your address in the tube.

Read, learn, get ahead.Read, learn, get ahead.

Browse every article.

MOT vs service: what's the difference, and do you need both?

How to read your tyres (and when to replace them)

Servicing a hybrid or electric car: what's actually different

Five brake noises you shouldn't ignore

Get your car ready for winter in 20 minutes

Our numbers, in mint condition.

Pop your address in the tube.

Read, learn, get ahead.

Read, learn, get ahead.