Car maintenance

How to put water in a car radiator

Car maintenance

11 November 2025

Learn about the importance of maintaining the water in your car's radiator to prevent engine overheating and potential mechanical damage, and how to properly check and top it up to avoid costly repairs.

How to get your car winter ready

Car maintenance

21 October 2025

Discover essential winter car maintenance tips, including oil checks, tyre care, windscreen maintenance, coolant refilling, battery and lights checks, and preparing an emergency pack for safe winter driving.

A brief guide to car headlight bulbs

Car maintenance

29 September 2025

Discover the essential car headlight guide to understand how headlight bulbs work, the types of car lights, and how to choose the right lightbulb for your vehicle.

How to change your car’s oil

Car maintenance

25 September 2025

Discover the importance of changing your car's oil, when to do it, and a step-by-step guide on how to change the oil yourself at home to save money in the long run.

Midsection of man refueling car at petrol station

Oops, wrong fuel: what to do in the event of a misfuel

Car maintenance

11 August 2025

Learn how to handle the costly mistake of using the wrong fuel in your car, including what to do after misfuelling, the symptoms to watch for, the potential costs, and the peace of mind provided by insurance cover.

Seven causes of summer car breakdown and how to solve them

Car maintenance

7 August 2025

Discover how to keep your car in top shape during the summer months, avoiding common issues like overheating, flat tires, loud brakes, worn clutch, and more, for a smooth and worry-free road trip.

Young repairman working on a car with a tablet

What to look out for when you take your car to a mechanic

Car maintenance

23 June 2025

Some solid tips and guidance on what to do when you need to take your car to a mechanic.