Oil Check
Oil Check the Engine Saver Did you know that most car experts reckon you should check your engine oil at least once a month? Cold weather can affect the flow of oil as it becomes thicker and more viscous at lower temperatures. This can ake it more difficult for the oil to flow through the engine […]
Petrolhead Life Experience
Life Experience for Petrolheads Check out our top 5 driving experiences in the UK | Ever imagined what it must be like to get behind the controls of an armoured tank? Or wouldn’t it be nice to be Lewis Hamilton for a day racing around Silverstone? Driving experience days are the perfect opportunity to experience the adrenaline rush […]
Winter Tips
“Although Government figures show that more people are killed or injured on our roads when the weather is slightly less severe, Winter is the season that requires drivers of all vehicles to take the most care. No matter whether it’s snowing or raining, drivers need to be prepared, so here is some guidance on how […]
Driving Hints | Reminder #1
Driving Hints | Reminder #1 Visit our partners. CitiRental.co.uk CitiRental.co Kar-Dok.co.uk Parking-Here.com This really works. You come out in the morning, and your mirrors are all frozen. It’s difficult and time-consuming to clear them and to make the car safe to drive. Try this. Simply tie a plastic bag over each mirror. They won’t freeze up overnight and, […]
Potholes
Potholes the hidden menace Potholes are a common menace in the UK, especially during the winter months and early spring. In the last three months of 2022, a huge 23% rise in pothole-related breakdowns has been reported across the UK. In case you encounter a pothole or have done in the past and suspect damage to your […]
What’s in store for 2023
What’s in store for 2023 Article by the RAC After a turbulent 2022 with record fuel prices at forecourts, many drivers will wonder whether things will improve in 2023. We look at what drivers can expect from a raft of Government policy changes across the country. Fuel duty (April) In the face of rising pump […]
How to clear your windscreen in double-quick time
How to clear your windscreen in double-quick time Article by RAC Our Partners CitiRental | Swiss Cottage Kar Dok | Swiss Cottage Regency Car Park | Swiss Cottage [1] Use the heater correctly Start the heater off cold, then slowly increase the temperature as the air dries out, rather than overloading the cabin with hot, […]
Reduce the risk of car theft
Regency Car Park Reduce the risk of car theft One in seven crimes in the UK is vehicle-related theft. That’s a whopping 100,000 vehicles stolen in the last 12 months! With the shortage of parts and semiconductors (not to mention catalytic converters) set to last for at least another year, car thefts will likely continue […]
New Year Resolutions
Kar Dok | Swiss Cottage New Year Resolutions | Blog Easy on the pedal | While we’re familiar with the dangers of speeding, did you know that slowing down is not only safer but it’s also more cost-effective – particularly on the motorway? The optimum speed for most cars is 55mph, so driving faster will […]