Car maintenance guides

Keep your ride in tip top shape

Take a look at our helpful resources and guides on looking after your car or van.

Car maintenance

From how to look after your tyres to improving your car's fuel economy, we’ve got you covered.

The ultimate car maintenance guide

The ultimate car maintenance guide

We cover everything you need to know about keeping your car in great condition.

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How to make your car last longer

How to make your car last longer

Our top 10 tips for making your car last as long as possible.

Top tips
Diesel car guide

Diesel car guide

All about owning, running and maintaining a diesel car.

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Dashboard warning lights

Dashboard warning lights

Not quite sure about what those blinking lights on your dashboard mean?

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Complete guide to car tyres

Complete guide to car tyres

Learn more about the different types of tyres, what’s right for your car, and how to look after them.

Tyre tips
Misfuelling your car

Misfuelling your car

What to do when you fill your car with the wrong fuel and how to handle it.

What to know
Common causes of breakdowns

Common causes of breakdowns

From flat batteries to deflated tyres, here are some of the reasons why cars break down and how you can avoid them.

Top ten
Car tax explained

Car tax explained

How to keep up to date with your car tax, and what happens if you don’t.

Keep on top of it
Improve your fuel economy

Improve your fuel economy

Our guide on how to save fuel and money on the roads.

Save fuel

MOTs and servicing

All you need to know about MOTs and servicing your ride.

Prepare for your MOT

Prepare for your MOT

What fixes can you tackle yourself to help your car pass its MOT?

DIY tricks
Electric cars and MOTs

Electric cars and MOTs

Our comprehensive guide to MOTs for electric and hybrid cars.

What to know
Complete guide to car servicing

Complete guide to car servicing

What car servicing is, how much it costs, and how often you need to get it done.

Protect your car

Car maintenance for all seasons

From icy conditions to extreme heat, we cover how to care for your ride all year round.

Summer driving essentials

Summer driving essentials

Road trip booked? Here's how to look after your car - and yourself - in the summer.

Stay cool
Winter car health checks

Winter car health checks

Winter can be tough on our cars. Here's how to prep them for cold, icy weather.

Get prepared
Winter tyres - what to know

Winter tyres - what to know

Icy roads can be an issue in the winter - here's how to stay in control of your car in freezing temperatures.

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Our car maintenance video guides

Watch our handy video guides on how to keep your car in great shape.

How to check and charge your car battery

How to check your car lights

How to change your windscreen wipers

How to check your engine coolant and top it up

How to check your tyre pressure and tread

How to jump start your car

How to check your oil and top it up

Policy books

It's a good idea to get to know your policy book. That way, you know exactly what you are and aren't covered for if you need to make a claim.

Looking for insurance?

Keeping your car in great shape all year round is important - but sometimes, bumps and mishaps on the road are unavoidable. That's where insurance comes in.

Car insurance

Drive safe knowing you’ve got the right cover.

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Van insurance

Give your van a safety net.

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