January
19
Tracking or Wheel Alignment, as is sometimes known, is ones those funny motor trade phrases that is often misunderstood. What does it mean? Does your car really need it? Simply put a car’s wheels and tyres should all point forward in exactly the same direction. Imagine drawing a box round your car with a wheel... read more
December
22
On the run up to Christmas the long dark nights mean most of us drive to and from work in the dark. Recently I’ve seen more and more cars with lights out, sometimes I think motorists just don’t realise how dangerous this is! Of the combinations of lamps out the most dangerous is when the... read more
December
16
The recent cold mornings and threats of snow have meant dangerous conditions for motorists. The worst danger is unseen, ‘Black Ice!’ The name sounds threatening enough but getting caught out puts the wind up the most hardened boy racer and the resulting slide is rarely recoverable. At best you could end up with an embarrassing... read more
December
13
The government body that controls the MOT Test VOSA has recently announced that some important mandatory changes are to be made by early next year. The changes are largely to do with European standards however they will effect most car drivers when it comes to MOT test time. Some of the changes are sensible additions... read more
November
17
Being on the roads in Winter can be a nerve wracking experience, yet with a bit of careful planning it need not be.. There is so much information out there about how best to cope with another heavy Winter on the roads but I can simplify it into two words; Careful Planning. I know drivers... read more