The ageing car parc
Using figures released by various reliable sources, in 2025, the average age of a car in the UK was nine and a half years, up from just over six and a half in 2005. What’s the average age of a vehicle and what should you do?
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Monthly Car Checklist: 7 Small Actions to Avoid Big Problems
Car maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated or require extensive technical knowledge. In fact, many of the most common breakdowns could be avoided with simple, regular checks. Spending just a few minutes each month reviewing certain basic elements can make the difference between driving with peace of mind and facing an unexpected problem.
How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Car Battery
The battery is one of the most important components of a vehicle, although we often only think about it when it fails. It provides the energy needed to start the engine and power electrical systems, from the lights to the multimedia system, including engine management. However, its lifespan is limited and, under normal conditions, typically ranges between three and five years. The good news is that with a few simple habits, you can extend its life and avoid unexpected breakdowns.
What are glow plugs and do they need replacing?
Glow plugs are a vital component for the quick and efficient starting of diesel engines, but now also play an important part in the diesel aftertreatment process, which is designed to keep exhaust emissions to a minimum. Therefore, their condition matters.
What security should you invest in for your vehicle
Unfortunately, there is always a risk that your vehicle can be stolen. However, alongside your insurance, which will assist with costs if it is, there are additional products available that can either help deter thieves, or prevent them from accessing your vehicle easily.
The Impact of Weight and Load on Your Vehicle’s Performance
When driving, many factors influence a vehicle’s behaviour and safety: tire condition, brakes, visibility, or road conditions. However, one of the most overlooked aspects by drivers is the weight the car is carrying and how the load is distributed. Driving with excess weight or poorly positioned luggage can have a direct impact on performance, fuel consumption, and, above all, safety.
How to Drive Correctly in Emergency Situations and Adverse Conditions
Driving does not always take place under ideal conditions. Heavy rain, fog, snow, an unexpected obstacle, or a mechanical breakdown can quickly turn an everyday journey into an emergency situation. Knowing how to react in these moments is essential to reduce risks and protect both the driver and other road users. Correct action, based on calmness and prevention, can make all the difference.
Problems with poor starting, rough running, or high fuel consumption? – It could be the spark plugs!
What does a spark plug do? Why do spark plugs lose performance and need replacement? Additional factors Proactive action
Although there can be many symptoms to these problems, collectively, with a petrol engine car, they could point to the condition, or suitability, of the spark plugs.
ADAS Systems That Help in Winter Conditions: Technology at the Service of Safety
Driving in winter presents additional challenges for any driver. Heavy rain, fog, snow, ice, and fewer daylight hours increase accident risk and demand greater attention behind the wheel. In this context, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) have become key allies in improving safety and reducing human error. Although they do not replace the driver, these assistance systems can make a significant difference in adverse winter conditions.
New Year’s Resolutions Behind the Wheel: 8 Good Habits to Take Better Care of Your Car and Drive More Safely
The start of a new year is a good opportunity to rethink habits and adopt more responsible routines. When it comes to driving, small changes can make a big difference in both road safety and the overall condition of your vehicle. Setting realistic resolutions behind the wheel not only helps reduce risks, but also extends the car’s lifespan and improves the driving experience. Below are eight good habits to start the year driving in a safer and more responsible way.