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Making sure you know what you are paying for with your car repairs

Car repairs always seem to come at the time when we can least afford it. If something goes wrong with your vehicle and it is not covered by a warranty then you can spend anything from a few pounds up to thousands of pounds dependent of what the problem is. Unfortunately some garages take advantage of the fact that people do not really know what they require on the vehicle and... Read More

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Preserving your brake disks

Over time the pads and disks of your cars braking system will wear away and need replacing. The pads will wear out sooner than the disks, but eventually the disks will become too thin and need replacing. Regular use should prevent a build-up of corrosion on the disk surface but seldom used vehicles may suffer from this kind of damage. The brakes work by generating friction by... Read More

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Tyre rotation can save you money

Tyre rotation is a great way to save money as it reduces uneven tyre wear that could lead to early replacement. As well as this, front or rear tyres will wear faster depending on whether the vehicle is front or rear wheel drive so rotating them prolongs their life span. You should rotate your tyres roughly every 6,000 miles but be sure to check the tyres construction if you... Read More

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Importance of correct tyre pressure

Having the correct tyres on your car is important and ensuring the tread depth is at a safe level is equally essential for a safe drive but one thing often overlooked is having the correct tyre pressure. Most people will always set their tyres to one pressure regardless of what sort of driving they will be doing or what sort of tyres they have but this can be quite dangerous... Read More

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Buying part worn tyres for your car

With everyone trying to save money on as many things as possible, the buying of part worn tyres has become increasingly popular over the last few years. Party worn tyres are tyres that are fitted to your vehicle that are not brand new. They still have quite a lot of tread left on them but have been used previously. These tyres come from cars that have been dismantled and cars... Read More