The world of car mechanics can often be relatively complex, however from a mechanic’s perspective, there are certain jobs that are simple enough to be done at the roadside or on your drive. Alongside this, there are a number of jobs that are complex enough and would be best suited to a garage. We put […]
10 questions to ask a mechanic
July 11, 2019 by
Finding a good mechanic you can trust can sometimes feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack. We have compiled a list of questions you should ask mechanics when you need a repair. These questions will help you build a trusting relationship with the person who is fixing your car, so you know […]
Will Your Drive Home Excuse an Easter Egg? Driving from London to Birmingham Would Burn Enough Calories for One Cadbury Creme Egg!
March 27, 2018 by
Easter is just around the corner now – a time for family togetherness as well as guilt-free snacking! Indeed, this weekend, countless Brits will be giving and receiving copious quantities of chocolate; so much so that many of us will even surpass the daily allowance of calories in chocolate alone. So it comes to no […]
The UK’s Top 5 Romantic Road Trips to Drive this Valentine’s Day!
February 6, 2018 by
Only one week to go until Valentine’s Day! And if you’re looking to plan the perfect date, why not really impress this year and take your other half on a romantic road trip? For inspiration, we’ve done the research for you to find the UK’s top 5 romantic routes. Read on and see which you […]
The Top 5 Personalised Gifts for Car Lovers This Valentine’s Day!
January 30, 2018 by
Valentine’s Day is just over two weeks away, and if you’re a little fed up with the traditional flowers, chocolate and restaurant combination, why not try a more personal approach? Before you jump to conclusions, we’re talking about the perfect, personalised gifts to suit car lovers. Read on to see our top 5 gift ideas […]
50% of Used Cars Fail at Least One Category During a Pre-Purchase Inspection
January 23, 2018 by
We have tapped into our pre-purchase inspection data to reveal that 50% of used cars will score poorly in at least one category during a pre-purchase inspection. Pre-purchase inspections tend to be broken down into several categories which will analyse the working condition of all aspects on a used car. ClickMechanic’s is broken down into […]
2/3 of UK Drivers Have Never Attempted a Self-Repair on Their Car – Of Those Which Have, 1/3 Regret the Results!
January 16, 2018 by
Our latest research has revealed that two thirds of UK drivers have never attempted a self-repair on their car. In fact, 64% of motorists in total have not tried their hand at car repairs. Of those which have, 12% have regretted at least one experience, whereas 23% are happy with their handiwork. As such, just […]
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Motorists in 2018
January 9, 2018 by
The New Year is finally here and with its arrival comes the vowing of countless New Year resolutions from across the country. From leading a healthier lifestyle to breaking bad habits, Brits will be trying to make all sorts of changes for the better. As such, we felt it more than fitting to find the […]
You Would Need to Drive 2,000 Miles or from London to Edinburgh Almost 5 TIMES to Burn off the Average Christmas Dinner!
December 19, 2017 by
Christmas is now just around the corner and countless Brits are already anticipating driving home, followed by guilt-free snacking! Although, not many realise just how far you would have to drive to earn that festive food. In fact, we’ve calculated that driving for roughly 35 hours, or from London to Edinburgh almost 5 times, would […]
The Top 5 Car Repairs to Expect This Christmas and How Likely You Are to Face Them!
December 12, 2017 by
Christmas is less than two weeks away and it’s already looking to be a snowy one! Yet, whilst many dream of a White Christmas filled with snowball fights and picturesque scenery, it is worth remembering that the freezing temperatures can be a killer for your car. Each winter, countless motorists face a variety of car […]
