Maintaining your vehicle news

15/05/2012 - Car maintenance is vital to safe summer driving

People embarking on long summer driving trips should check their cars before they leave, an expert has said.

02/05/2012 - Summer drivers told to make car checks first

There are a few precautions motorists can take this summer.

16/03/2012 - Catalytic converters taking the place of car radios in auto theft?

The rise of metal prices has seen catalytic converters become a profitable part to steal from cars.

14/03/2012 - How to avoid car license plate theft

It is not only cars that criminals will try to steal, but also their license plates.

25/01/2012 - Good car maintenance 'cheap way to be fuel efficient'

Making sure cars are well maintained is one of the cheapest ways to reduce petrol use, it has been claimed.

23/12/2011 - Second-hand car buyers warned of insurance write-offs

Some of the second-hand cars checked by vehicle information source HPI have been found to be too damaged to insure.

18/10/2011 - Drivers 'can check tyre safety with 20p'

Drivers can ensure their tyres still have enough tread to legally hit the road by taking the 20p test, it has been claimed.

11/10/2011 - Courts convict nearly 10,500 UK drivers for poor tyre maintenance

Car insurance customers may need to be careful they keep their tyres in a good condition if they are to avoid a fine.

05/10/2011 - Car insurance customers 'must take good care of their tyres'

Car insurance customers need to keep their tyres in good nick in case they ever have to make a claim, it has been advised.

23/09/2011 - Autumn comes with risks for drivers, expert notes

An expert has given tips for road safety during the autumn, which could help drivers avoid making an insurance claim.

24/08/2011 - Women 'leave car washing to other family members'

Women pass on car maintenance chores such as washing vehicles.

18/08/2011 - Cars 'should be waxed every three to four months'

Drivers have been issued with a car maintenance tip.

10/08/2011 - New potholes rules 'will make problem worse'

Downgrading the need to repair some potholes is a bad idea, it has been claimed.

05/08/2011 - Service a car before long-haul journey

Individuals have to make sure they keep their cars in good working condition.

04/08/2011 - Motorists 'should look after their tyres'

Tyre tread depth should be regularly checked, it has been stated.

03/08/2011 - Small car maintenance problems 'should be taken care of'

Maintenance problems with vehicles will worsen if not sorted out.

28/07/2011 - Third of drivers 'have damaged cars in potholes'

A poll has found many drivers have damaged their cars by hitting a pothole.

22/07/2011 - Britons 'putting off' car repairs

Many people are delaying necessary maintenance work on their cars.

19/07/2011 - Motorists 'must check tyres' before long journeys

Drivers heading out on summer holidays should check their tyres before setting off.

12/07/2011 - Men 'take responsibility' for car servicing

Men are still looking after cars more than women.

27/06/2011 - Pothole damage 'costs UK drivers £400 a year'

Damage caused to vehicles by potholes costs drivers £400 a year.

27/05/2011 - Drivers reminded to check tyre pressure

The importance of checking tyre pressure has been pointed out.

10/05/2011 - Motorists 'facing £7k repair bills'

New research has indicated that drivers could be facing repair bills worth thousands of pounds.

26/04/2011 - Car DIY 'on the rise'

People are increasingly trying to fix their cars themselves.

20/04/2011 - Motorists given advice for bank holiday getaways

Drivers going away for the bank holiday weekend have been told how to prepare their vehicle.

13/04/2011 - Less frequent MOTs would increase running costs, says RMI

If MOT testing was reduced to every two years it could cause problems for drivers.

14/03/2011 - Drivers given tips to extend battery life

Motorists have been given tips by the AA on making their battery last longer.

07/03/2011 - £100m 'not enough to fix third world roads'

An investment of £100 million to fix British roads will not be enough.

02/03/2011 - Campaign launched to find Britain's worst road

Britain's worst road is to be uncovered by a new campaign.

07/02/2011 - British drivers willing to use winter tyres

Almost half of drivers in the UK would like to see winter tyres become a mandatory requirement, new figures have revealed.

24/01/2011 - Potholes putting drivers at risk

Potholes are putting many drivers in the UK in danger, according to experts.

18/01/2011 - Potholes 'are a hazard for motorists'

Drivers have been warned that potholes could prove to be a hazard.

10/12/2010 - Scotland aims to get drivers on the move

Fuel supplies are being sent around Scotland to help drivers get moving after the big freeze.

07/12/2010 - Car insurance policyholders buy festive treats for vehicles

Drivers with low price car insurance are sparing a little cash in order to buy a festive treat for their car, a new study has found.

30/11/2010 - Car insurance policyholders given vehicle starting advice

Drivers with cheap car insurance have been told of the best way to start their car on a cold morning.