How To’s

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The best checks to make on your car this summer

The summer is here, and it's a time when lots of people rely on their cars to get them a little further afield than usual. Whether it's a summer road trip or going to more clubs and events, cars are put to work during the sum...

How to buy a car at an auction: What’s involved in the process?

Buying a car at auction for the first time can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking way of getting behind the wheel of your next vehicle. Thousands of cars every week go under the hammer, from cheap and cheerful superminis ...

EV maintenance: What needs regular servicing?

Running an EV is very different to owning a combustion-powered car for many reasons. When it comes to servicing, an EV uses fewer moving parts compared to a petrol or diesel vehicle, which means they require less maintena...

Here’s what you need to check to get your car through its next MOT

An MOT is a mandatory inspection of all cars over three years old in the UK. It checks that a vehicle meets required standards for safety and emissions and without a valid MOT, your car won’t be permitted to drive in the UK...

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[How To] Make sure your car is as secure as possible

Car security is often at the top of many motorists’ thoughts. After all, it’s never nice to feel like your pride and joy is at risk of being broken into or stolen. With lockdown measures affecting the whole of the UK...

[How To] Reprogramming Your Vauxhall Remote Central Locking Key

This guide explains how to re-synchronise an existing Vauxhall remote control key fob with your car, saving you the money some people charge for this simple information on sites like eBay. A Crucial Warning About New Keys ...

[How To] Vectra C Alternative Rear Side Light Set-Up

Difficulty: Simple Time Required: 10–15 minutes Prerequisites This modification is specific to the Vectra hatch or saloon. Compatibility Check: * Supported: This mod works only if your car uses Light B as side lig...

How to prepare your car for driving on snow

As we approach winter, our roads will become a lot more dangerous with snow expected to fall in certain parts of the UK. Driving in conditions where snow is settling can be one of the most dangerous times to use your veh...