What to do before a long drive
A quick checklist you can finish in ten minutes.
Advice
Practical tips on keeping your car reliable and your running costs low.
How often should you really service?
What manufacturers say and what actually matters.
Five warning signs your brakes need attention
What to listen and feel for before it gets expensive.
Winter checks worth doing now
Battery, tyres and coolant before the first cold week.
Understanding dashboard warning lights
A colour by colour guide to what each light means.