Different types of tyre treads Symmetrical tyre tread patterns deliver smooth driving, high directional stability, and low rolling resistance. Directional tyre tread patterns provide high protection against aquaplaning, excellent handling of snow and mud, and very...

There are a number of car checks you can perform both around the car and under the bonnet to help keep it in good running order and prevent a breakdown. Spending five minutes carrying out these simple checks every few weeks, and certainly, before a long journey or an...

We should all book our vehicles in for a service once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first, but sometimes we might not get around to visiting a garage for this routine check. Thankfully, our vehicles have plenty of ways to let us know when they’re in...

Diesel engines have always been known for their efficiency and power, but they also come with a downside - high emissions. In order to comply with strict emission standards, diesel engines are now equipped with a range of advanced technologies, including DPF and...

The reason why your vehicle's air conditioning may have stopped working is most likely down to the refrigerant, or gas, found in your air conditioning unit. This is a critical part of the air conditioning system working properly. The refrigerant flows around the...

Are your bad driving habits placing your car under unnecessary strain? We’ve put together a list of things that could be damaging your vehicle – and you might not even realise you’re doing them. The truth about engine braking and shifting gears to reduce speed Engine...