Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

Writer with a penchant for #FrenchTat. Owns 15 vehicles of varying degrees of terribleness. Also doing a passable impression of Cousin Eddie in an Italian-German beige motorhome. Doesn't get out much.

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What causes potholes on the roads?

Crash, bang and wallop... We reveal how Britain's freezing winter weather causes potholes to form on our roads.

Covid and flu virus: how to sanitise your car

Keeping your car sanitised helps prevent the spread of viruses such as Covid and flu. We explain where and how to clean your car.

How and when to use your car’s hazard warning lights

The hazard warning lights must be working for your car to pass its MOT. But how and when should you use them? We explain the rules.

How to improve your vision when driving in the dark

The number of road accidents increases as the days get shorter in winter. We how to improve your night-time vision and drive more safely.

London ULEZ charge: Check if you need to pay

The Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) means drivers of certain cars must pay a charge to enter London. Here's how to check if you're liable.

What is checked in a car MOT test?

Around 40 percent of cars fail the MOT at the first attempt. Here's how to increase your car's chances of passing the MOT test.

How to take your child car seat on a flight

Travelling abroad this summer? Most airlines will allow you to carry your child car seat for free, but it's worth checking before you fly.

How to use the Channel Tunnel when driving to France

The Eurotunnel Le Shuttle train is the quickest way to cross the English Channel. It takes 35 minutes to travel from Folkestone to Calais.

Could driving on hay fever tablets get you banned?

Motorists who take hay fever medicines could risk prosecution if they get behind the wheel. We explain how to stay safe.

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London ULEZ charge: Check if you need to pay

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How Lexus defeated ‘the best car in the world’

In 1989, Lexus unveiled the LS 400, a luxury car aimed squarely at the Mercedes S-Class. Thirty years on, we celebrate the brilliance of Circle F.

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