Tag: Do it yourself
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Wipers, lights and bulbs: the visibility check
How to check wipers, washer fluid and all your lights, and why autumn is the right time to do it.
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Tyre pressure and tyre rotation
How to check tyre pressure correctly, why it matters for safety and fuel, and when rotating tyres makes sense.
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Photos that help your car sell
How to take clear, honest photos of your car with just a phone, and which shots buyers expect to see.
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Parking and city driving without stress
Practical habits for tight streets, parking spaces, traffic and keeping your car free of scratches and fines.
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How to jump-start a car safely
When a jump-start helps, the general order of steps, and the situations where you should call for help instead.
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Flat tyre and spare wheel: what to know
How to react to a puncture, what your spare or repair kit can and cannot do, and when to call for help.
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Engine oil explained: what it does and how to check it
What engine oil does, how to read the grade on the bottle, and how to check the level safely.
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Coolant and other fluids: a simple check
A beginner's guide to the fluids under the bonnet, how to check the levels safely, and what a leak can mean.
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Cleaning your car inside and out
A simple routine for washing, protecting and tidying a car without damaging the paint or the interior.
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Ways to lower your car running costs
Practical ways to spend less on fuel, insurance, servicing and tyres without cutting corners on safety.
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Buying an old car or oldtimer: what to know
The joys and the risks of owning an older classic, from rust and parts to paperwork and real costs.
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Looking after your 12V car battery
How the standard 12V battery ages, what shortens its life, and what to do before the cold season.