Using a mobile mechanic
If you need work doing on your car and it is not able to be driven to a garage or you cannot have the time off work to take it to one, then you may want to consider using a mobile mechanic. People often assume that a mobile mechanic...
Slow puncture in your tyre
A puncture can happen at any time and can not only be inconvenient but can be costly and not to mention dangerous. Often it is caused by driving over debris in the road or even hitting a pot hole too hard and can happen to a brand new tyre....
Genuine vs. Generic
While a dealership will fit genuine or Original Equipment Manufacturer parts (OEM for short) an independent garage will probably use aftermarket car parts but is this something to be concerned about? Aftermarket parts will probably be cheaper but does this mean they are lower quality? While the old adage...
Finding a trust worthy mechanic
When it comes to car repairs many of us worry about getting ripped off and over charged for work or quoted for work that doesn’t need doing. Finding a mechanic that you can trust is one way to put your mind at ease, although this can take some time....
Problems with suspension
I recently had an issue on my Vauxhall Vetra that caused the back end of the car to skip out when travelling a normal speeds and going round a bend. This was especially noticeable if there was a slight dip in the road or a pot hole. I first...
Knowing when to start again with your car
Used cars can be a nightmare. You often take a risk when buying one not knowing if there is anything wrong with it or if there is anything likely to go wrong soon. Too many people get tricked in to buying a car that the previous owner knows is...
Obtaining your Ideal Registration
Overview The Driver & Licensing Agency, commonly referred to as DVLA, is an executive agency owned by the Transport Department of the United Kingdom. It is a government department whose primary responsibility is to allocate numbers to vehicles in the UK for purposes of law enforcement, taxation and registration....
Vehicle Diagnostics
Most of us have had a car or many cars over the years that has suddenly developed a problem that we do not know what the cause of it is or how we can fix it. This can be a major worry for some people as you have no...
Blown Head Gaskets – Why are they such a nightmare?
A blown head gasket is one of these problems that no driver wants to encounter. It basically means you’re car is no longer drivable, and a costly repair is needed to get your beloved motor working again. As always, the expensive part is not necessarily the part itself, it’s...
Listening Carefully for Mechanical Faults
There are so many different mechanical faults that can arise on a particular car and an unusual sound can be the first warning sign. If you really listen to your car from time to time rather than just cranking up the stereo, then you may be able to identify...