Part-worn tyres: The risks, rewards and what to look out for

driving  10 min read

If you’re on a budget, used goods can be a handy solution for ever-increasing car costs. Part-worn tyres can save you money, however, there are things to look out for.

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What is eCall?

driving  10 min read

If you bought a new car in the last four years, the chances are it has an eCall system onboard. This handy initiative provides speedy assistance should you be involved in a collision in the UK or any EU country.

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How to Prepare for Tyre Damage

driving  5 minute read

Tyres are an essential part of your car that can become damaged if not maintained properly. As a car owner, these things happen, so knowing how to handle them can help turn a stressful situation into a simple solution.

This is a handy guide to help you if your tyres become damaged.

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Roadside Repair Kits May Cause More Harm Than Worth

driving  5 min read

Roadside repair kits for tyres are given out by manufacturers, but they actually might end up damaging your car even more. Read this article to find out more!

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How to Demist Your Windscreen Quickly

driving  8 min read

We can offer a few tips to demist your windscreen quickly and effectively. Here's what you need to know.

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New Years Resolutions for Your Motor

driving  6 min read

We all hope that each coming year will be better than the last. However, motoring woes aren't something that we normally wish for. The answer? Start the new year as you mean to go on, and try and form some good 'habits' that will keep your car ticking over nicely for many years to come. Here are our 9 new year's resolutions for your car.

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Electric Vehicle Tyres. Here’s What to Look For

driving  10 min read

Electric vehicle tyres have to be engineered differently for several reasons. Due to increased weight of the vehicles, a greater need to optimise range maximum range and a requirement to reduce rolling resistance means that they have several features that will differ from ‘regular’ car tyres.

As to what those different features are. Read on to find out… 

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Car Warranty and What to Look Out For

driving  8 min read

While we all want to look after our vehicle, it can often be easier said than done. The truth is that cars tend to break down, often at the worst possible time. However, there is a solution. It is possible to extend your car warranty to be covered against expensive repair bills. 

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Tyre Safety Month 2021

driving  3 min read

Motokiki Partners with Tyresafe for this year’s annual October-long Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe is asking Britain’s motorists What’s Stopping You?.

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What is Lane Keeping Assist? Do you Need It?

driving  10 min read

Today, we will look at lane keeping assist, explain how it works, and talk about different lane-keeping technologies.

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71 Plates | What Do They Mean?

driving  5 min read

For those in the know, the '71' plates are something new and exciting. You will shortly be one of them as we explain what the new '21 plate, released 0n 1st September, means. We'll go through why they are being released, what it means for UK motorists, as well as a little on 'green plates' that are part of the new system.

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Wrong Fuel in your Car | Don't Panic, Do This!

driving  8 min read

We've all been there. Bleary-eyed on a Monday morning, filling up the car before work (why didn't we do it last night?)… you look down at the pump and get that knot in your stomach… It is diesel, not petrol. Worry not friends, all is not lost. Today, we will look at what to do if you've gone and put the wrong fuel in your car.

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Don’t Text and Drive | Why Texting is More Dangerous Than You Think

driving  5 min read

How much harm can a single text cause? Well, possibly more than you think! How would you feel if we told you that you are twice as likely to crash while texting as you would be drink driving? While it may seem relatively harmless, sending a quick text while behind the wheel is a really bad idea. Today we are going to look at the things that make text-driving dangerous.

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E10 Petrol Switch | What it is and What you Need to Know

driving  5 min read

You may have noticed something as you pop onto your garage forecourt lately. For the eagle-eyed among you, you might have noticed it on the petrol pump handle. For those less astute, big signs are springing up at petrol stations all over the country. We are talking E10 petrol. If you aren’t sure what this means, we will quickly explain what all the fuss is about and what it might mean for you as a motorist.

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Top 10 Signs You Might Need a Replacement Car

driving  8 min read

Just like some drivers, cars can eventually start showing a few signs of wear and tear. The cost of maintenance can start to get excessive. But how much is too much? In this article, we will look at why it might be worth investing in a newer car. Let's dive right in…

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Maximising your Tyre Life | 6 Great Tips

driving  10 min read

We all enjoy getting more for less. When it comes to lengthening your tyre lifespan, there are several things you can do to ensure that you need to replace them less often. This article will look at ways to get the most out of your tyres and what you can realistically expect before you need to change them.

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Car Dashboard Warning Lights Explained

driving  5 min read

Dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree? It might be nothing, or it could be a sign that your car is in urgent need of some attention. It is important to know what the lights mean. Today we will explain car dashboard warning lights and give you some great information on what you need to do when you see one.

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Driving Fine? Our Guide to Speeding Penalties and Tickets

driving  5 min read

Ever been happily zooming along only to see a flash in your rearview mirror? Most of us have been there at one time or another. Being caught speeding is no fun and can be dangerous. As it happens, it is also becoming pretty costly. In this article, we explain speeding penalties and the costs involved.

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The True Cost of Tired Tyres | Top 3 Cities Revealed in DVLA League Table

driving  10 min read

What is the cost of replacing a tyre? A better question to ask yourself would be, what is the cost for not replacing the tyre? Depending on where you live, this could be more than you think.

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Catalytic Converters Being Stolen? | Here’s Why and How to Prevent it

driving  10 min read

Car theft and break-ins are not new phenomena, yet thieves’ inventiveness seems to have reached new bounds. Over the last year and a half catalytic converter theft has soared massively.

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Car Battery Care | What You Need to Know

driving  10 min read

Car batteries, they work whatever the conditions, right? Well, actually, no. Just like the rest of your car’s components, batteries need a little care and attention to ensure they remain in tip-top condition.

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Expanding Emissions Zones and Taxes

driving  10 min read

For those familiar with our nation's capital, the congestion charge might not be anything new. However, under new plans, other cities may begin to subject taxes and levy's on vehicles considered to cause pollution. 

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Potholes

driving  6 min read

Potholes can be a real nuisance and can lead to significant car tyre and wheel damage. With an estimated 1 in 10 mechanical failures caused by potholes, they are no laughing matter.

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How to Jump Start a Car

driving  5 min read

While a dead battery isn’t something to sing about, it is pretty easy to rectify provided you’ve got a few essentials and a little bit of know-how. While we can’t provide jumper cables, what we can do is give you the knowledge. Here’s our guide on how to jump start a car….

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Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Car

driving  8 min read

When it comes to cleaning and disinfecting your car, we could all use a little guidance. After all, there’s plenty of nooks and crannies, not to mention the fact that it might have multiple occupants all in a crowded space. 

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Don't Delay When Checking Your Tyres

driving  4 min read

The condition of your tyres is one of the key aspects for the safety of your vehicle and your fuel economy so we’ve compiled a couple of the best things you can do to make sure you’re safe when out and about.

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Flood Damage

driving  5 min read

Guess how many days of sunshine the UK had last year? Did you say “not enough”? That’s right, in the UK it can rain. A lot.

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Premium Petrol and Diesel

driving  5 min read

If you are anything like us, you'll undoubtedly have your 'favourite' petrol station where you go to fuel up your car. It's also likely (especially in the UK) that you've tutted extremely loudly at the price of fuel.

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Puncture Repair Kit

driving  5 min read

Punctures are easy to fix, with a little know-how, and a car tyre puncture repair kit. This article will talk you through how to use a car tyre puncture repair kit and offer some essential tips to have you back on the road quickly and safely.

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Slow Punctures

driving  10 min read

It is vitally important that you look after your tyres. After all, they are the only thing that is keeping you in contact with the road. While we…

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Changing Your Tyres to Suit the Weather

driving  5 min read

While the changing seasons force a shift from shorts and t-shirts to scarves and woollies, is there an equivalent for our cars? Do our 4-wheeled friends also need a change of attire to face up to the unpredictability of our climate?

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Smart Motorways

driving  15 min read

There is a lot of controversy around these relatively new traffic systems. Today we will dig into some detail (after closing off a lane or two, of course) about how they work.

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TPMS

driving  5 min

Have you ever been parked and had someone approach you to tell you, "you've got a flat tyre mate"? 

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Tyre Recycling

driving  10 min read

In today’s world, there has never been more emphasis on recycling. Whilst you may not see it, waste tyres can be a real problem.

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