Cold weather and early starts can make everyday driving feel like a chore. When frost builds up overnight, it’s tempting to warm your car up with the engine running while you get ready inside. However, some common de-icing habits can land you in trouble — legally,...

Seasonal changes place different demands on your car and many breakdowns happen due to things that could have been spotted early. Segensworth Automobiles carries out year round servicing and safety checks to keep your car reliable whatever the weather brings. Winter...

If your MOT test is coming up the last thing you want is a fail for something quick and inexpensive to fix. At Segensworth Automobiles we see many MOT failures caused by small issues that drivers can easily check before the test. Understanding these common faults...

If you own a motorcycle in the UK, you’ll know that keeping it in top condition is more than just a point of pride – it’s a legal requirement. Just like cars, motorbikes over three years old must have a valid MOT certificate to be ridden on public roads. But what...

In the UK, all vehicles aged three years or older must pass an annual MOT test to ensure they meet road safety and environmental standards. This guide explains how the MOT works, what’s checked, how to prepare, and what to do if your car fails. It also includes a...

When we think of car breakdowns, we often imagine engine trouble, battery failure or other mechanical issues. But one less obvious culprit is increasingly making its mark: potholes. These seemingly minor road defects are causing a rising number of vehicle problems and...

Winter brings shorter days, frosty mornings and more driving in the dark, but it also brings one simple habit that many motorists overlook, and which could land you with a fine, points on your licence or even a substantial bill if ignored. The Risky Light Use Mistake...