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The Importance of Locking Wheel Nuts

February 28, 2023February 18, 2023 by Nigel - mechanic in residence
Mechanic removing wheel

Locking wheel nuts are an important part of the security of your vehicle. They are obviously there to prevent the theft of your alloy wheels, which are expensive enough in their own right, but also the tyres too, which on larger vehicles and SUVs can be as much as the cost of the wheel. How … Read more

Categories Car Security, Wheels & Tyres Tags car security, Tyres, wheels

How The Lockdown Will Affect Diesel Cars – DPFs At Risk Of Failure

February 7, 2022April 10, 2020 by Nigel - mechanic in residence

To beat the spread of Coronavirus government advice is to stay at home and only undertake journeys when absolutely necessary. However, if you have a diesel-engined car you may run into an issue with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) during the current lockdown if you are using your car for short journeys. How Does A … Read more

Categories Exhaust

How To Keep Your Car Safe And Ready To Drive

February 7, 2022March 27, 2020 by Nigel - mechanic in residence

As we’re sure you’ll be aware, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 the government has asked everyone to stay home for all but essential travel. That means using your car only for the most essential journeys like shopping for basic necessities, attending to medical needs or, if you cannot work from home, travelling to … Read more

Categories Driving Tips & Advice Tags car care

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