car maintenance

What you need to know about buying a new car battery

Our easy-to-follow guide to car batteries looks at the causes of a flat battery, how to look after them and the options for replacing one.

Millennials more likely to repair their cars than any other generation

New research finds that a significant proportion of millennials are prepared to get their hands dirty with car repairs.

MOT test every two years branded ‘irresponsible’ by experts

Fleet managers and motor industry experts have strongly rejected the government's idea of doubling the MOT test interval to every two years.

Free tyre and windscreen repairs offered for all Volvo drivers

Volvo UK has introduced a new offer to take the stress out of common car damage incidents, including tyre and windscreen repairs.

Breakdowns caused by potholes hit three-year high

New RAC data shows that its breakdown patrols attended 27 pothole-related incidents every day throughout 2021.

1 in 5 motorists IGNORE dashboard warning lights

In the run-up to Christmas, new research estimates that 117 million car dashboard warning lights are illuminated in the UK right now.

How a cashless payment app could make car washes safer

With cash-only payments a potential warning sign of worker exploitation, a cashless app solution can help find accredited car washes.

Retro NSX livery celebrates Motul race oil anniversary

To mark the 50th anniversary of its flagship 300V race-spec oil, Motul has collaborated with Acura on a new NSX Type S livery.

A fifth of drivers used Covid MOT extension

Information supplied by the AA shows that more than 5.5 million drivers took advantage of the MOT extension option during lockdown.

Free 12-month engine warranty at Castrol workshops

Motorists who have their car's oil changed at a Castrol Service workshop now get a FREE 12-month, 18,000-mile engine warranty.