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How to prepare your car for a long drive

Friday 4th September 2020

Planning a staycation to the seaside? Or perhaps you’re taking a road trip to visit friends or relatives? Whatever the reason, road trips are a great way to get around the country – as long as your vehicle is prepared for the journey. So, what should you check on your vehicle before a long trip? Our... Read More

UK Road Rage Survey: Our Biggest Road Annoyances Revealed

Wednesday 2nd September 2020

Many of us have found ourselves in situations where we’ve felt frustrations whilst driving; in fact our recent survey of 500 UK drivers has revealed that 60% of us have been on the receiving end of road rage. What Are Our Top Annoyances On The Road? Our survey found four clear annoyances for drive... Read More

The Hidden Cost Of Lockdown: Tyres

Wednesday 2nd September 2020

Have you noticed that your tyres have needed changing since lockdown eased? Tyre pressure reduced? A slow puncture causing problems? Pothole drama? Our research has found that in the last eight weeks alone, tyre related issues have cost Brits over £1.5million! We’ve changed over 20,000 tyres since... Read More

What size are my tyres?

Wednesday 19th August 2020

You may be wondering what size your tyres are if you are looking to replace a punctured tyre, purchase new seasonal tyres or simply replace old tyres which have been exposed to wear and tear. But how do you know what size tyres your car needs? Our detailed guide has you covered. What size tyres for... Read More

What is an MOT?

Thursday 13th August 2020

What does MOT stand for? An MOT test, otherwise known as Ministry of Transport test, is an annual test which is conducted to assess roadworthiness and vehicle safety. This test is a legal requirement by UK law once a vehicle is three years old, and the test must be conducted every year. For more in... Read More

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