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What drains a car battery and how to prevent it

Tuesday 6th May 2025

Does your car battery drain quickly and you don’t know why? There are many factors which could contribute to the state of your diesel, petrol, or hybrid battery depleting, even when you don’t use your car. Discover the signs of fast battery drainage, what could affect your car overnight, and how to... Read More

Why you should check your car’s wheel alignment every season

Monday 28th April 2025

How prepared is your car as the weather starts to change? Did you know that your car’s components are affected over time by atmospheric changes? Your tyres and wheels are especially impacted by changes in temperature. Discover why the change in seasons is a great time for car maintenance checks, how... Read More

How does a battery management system work in a car?

Wednesday 23rd April 2025

Are you looking to buy your first hybrid or electric vehicle but are unsure how the battery functions? Or perhaps you’re worried about the future maintenance of these types of cars? Discover what a hybrid car’s battery management system does and how you can improve your battery life.  What is a bat... Read More

Four reasons why your steering wheel is shaking and what to do about it

Thursday 17th April 2025

Have you noticed your steering wheel is shaking, even when you’re driving on a smooth road surface? It’s a sign that something isn’t right with your car. Discover the main causes of a shaking steering wheel, the signs and symptoms, and how to get your steering wheel back to normal.  Why is my car’s... Read More

When does my new car need an MOT and how do I book it?

Monday 14th April 2025

Have you just bought a brand-new car? Are you wondering when you need to book it in for an MOT test? Find out the rules and reasons behind MOT tests, and how you can book an MOT test with Formula One Autocentres.  When does my new car need an MOT test?  In England, Scotland and Wales, new cars mus... Read More

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    - Derby - Jul 14, 2025
  • Extremely helpful and fixed my puncture. Would recommend and use again.

    - Farnborough - May 27, 2025
  • I dropped in with a flat tyre and it was repaired immediately with only a 15 minute wait on a bank holiday. I did have an issue whereby I had to go back the day after due to it still going down and it was looked at immediately and repaired again with only a 15 minute wait again.

    - Worksop - May 28, 2025
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