Your car’s emergency battery light will turn red to tell you that the charging circuit isn’t working as it should. It may be due to a faulty alternator (the generator t[...]
We do not recommend push starts for many reasons. Unburnt fuel in the exhaust is a bad thing if you have a catalytic converter. When the car fires, this unburnt fuel will explode a[...]
Replace your Windscreem wipers as soon as they aren’t cleaning as well as they used to – at least every year or two – dirty smears left by old blades causes impaired visibili[...]
To jump start a car, first of all you need a set of jump-leads (sometimes referred to as booster cables). These will give you the opportunity to pipe battery power from another car[...]
Always consult your car’s user manual or the Haynes workshop manual for your vehicle’s model for more specific information – not all methods will be exactly the same as[...]
If you experience a puncture whilst driving and need to Change a Tyre, slow down to no more than 5mph, and drive yourself to a safe place away from other traffic – ideally a lay-by[...]
If the battery is flat because you left the side lights on by accident, turn them off now. After ten minutes or so the battery may recover sufficiently to start the car so turn eve[...]
The motoring public have developed a strong affiliation with compact SUVs over recent years, with BMW, Honda and Nissan benefiting greatly. Volvo’s sole entry in the SUV mark[...]
Do you remember the original VW Scirocco? You may not, as the car was launched 34 years ago, with the final, second generation vehicles being produced back in 1993. But Volkswagen [...]
Over thirty-five years ago, Volkswagen introduced the world to the Golf, a family car that used quality materials, offered good driving characteristics and was engineered to near p[...]
Despite being over 30 years old, I have recently experienced a car that I fear I am already too old to fully appreciate. My story begins on a Thursday morning at my home on the sou[...]
What is the Kia Soul? A funky looking addition to the Kia range that fits five adults and plenty of luggage with ease. Or, as the company says: “A true urban crossover combin[...]
What is the Honda Insight? The Honda Insight is second generation of Honda’s original hybrid car, powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor. Its predecessor, which deb[...]
Engineered with off-road capabilities, the Ford Kuga will probably never venture further than a grass verge. Despite this fact, Kuga certainly adds something to the Ford range, whi[...]
What is the Ford Focus RS? The ultimate version of Ford’s popular hatchback. Equipped with 300bhp and 440Nm of torque, Ford’s engineers have developed a car that carrie[...]
Despite people having issues with, or in some cases a hatred of “BMW drivers”, the German company continues to go from strength to strength. Brand new models, such as X[...]
I know what you’re thinking it’s an Audi TT, and they’ve been around for ages. That much is true, only this version of the TT has one small difference: it’s[...]
Alfa Romeo’s new B-segment level vehicle will compete with the hugely popular BMW MINI and sister company Fiat’s cute 500. Other vehicles in the segment include the Peu[...]
‘Tis the season for shopping and partying! But while you’re living large, don’t forget your little bug, parked outside in the cold. This is one friend who is inva[...]
If you break down on your own and roadside repairs are needed, phone for help. Tell the breakdown recovery service that you are on your own. They will normally text you details of [...]
Choosing the wrong garage can seriously compromise your personal safety. This is because UK garages do not have to be licensed and mechanics do not have to be qualified to repair [...]
Vehicle depreciation, or the gradual reduction in the value of a vehicle over time, is one of the major financial perils facing the UK motorist today. It is a “hidden” [...]
Important basic checks include tyres, water top up and oil levels (assuming your car lets you do all these things for it – some cars demand to be taken to a garage for specia[...]
At all times you should include in your car mobile phone, portable satnav system and a book of maps, just in case the satnav fails or leads you up a blind alley… Instead of c[...]
Learning to drive is one of the few life changing, momentous experiences most of us will go through. It’s a life skill that enables you to become independent, opens doors to [...]
In the run-up to your driving test you’ll find that well-meaning friends, family, colleagues and old blokes down the pub all want to share ‘insider tips’ about th[...]
With recession hitting the UK economy harder than ever, almost everyone is feeling the financial strain, especially if you happen to be one of Britain’s millions of beleaguer[...]
Motor insurance can seem very convoluted, mind-numbing and difficult to understand! However, the fundamental principles are straightforward, so in this guide we’ll explain ev[...]
Having the right tyre pressure can prolong the life of your tyres. It can help you save on fuel, and is better for the environment. You should check the pressure in your tyres at l[...]
How many times have you seen a family of three or four travel through town in the likes of a Audi Q7, Land Rover Discovery, Mercedes GL or even a Renault Espace? The argument that [...]
