Fuel prices continue to rise and motorists want to get the best economy from their cars as they provide essential transport to work and running the family around. There are a number of simple things, often overlooked, that can ensure you get the best fuel economy from your vehicle. 1)Accelerate Smoothly It is ideal to …
This stunning Aston Martin DB11 was recently at the Premier Group workshop for a full service. The car was certainly a head turner and received the 5 star service that Premier group provide for each and every customer. Genuine servicing parts were used by the mechanical team with the full service completed for considerably less …
The legendary pea soupers of the 1950s and 1960s may be a thing of the past, but for Cannock road users who drive a lot during the winter months, there’s nothing romantic about a thick fog. Fog banks can be extremely dangerous and are common in low-altitude areas, so it’s worth taking some precautions to …
Motorists across the UK are being warned to book their MOT as soon as possible to avoid a potential £1000 fine. A rush for MOT bookings is being predicted for September as millions of vehicle owners delayed their MOT due to the pandemic. An MOT testing exemption was declared last March. It is estimated that …
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Making sure your car is ready for the road is an important pre-holiday check that is all too often overlooked. No matter the age or value of a car; these are all relevant. Please follow this simple 9 point checklist to minimise the chance of car trouble spoiling your well earned get away. If you …
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The UK is changing the ‘standard’ petrol for sale at petrol stations from September 2021. Discover what is changing, why and how this may effect you and your car. The new standard petrol fuel will be labelled as ‘E10’ at the petrol pumps. This is the same fuel widely used around the world including Europe, …
Keep your mechanic happy by not doing these things… 1) Ignoring Engine Warning Lights. Drivers will often ignore dashboard warning lights and continue driving the car as normal. Ignoring a warning light may risk significant damage to a vehicle and to your safety. When a warning light appears get your vehicle checked as soon as …
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Fuel economy is a major factor for many people when looking at buying a replacement car. Automatic stop-start technology are now increasingly common on vehicles from a range of manufacturers. Is this a great money saving feature; or just a way to ‘cheat’ the economy testing for vehicles? How stop-start systems work When a car …
Servicing a car is not legally required, and can seem a costly exercise; but there a number of reasons why you should ensure your car is serviced on a regular basis. Safety Regular servicing can identify problems before they become significant. Servicing includes checks on crucial components such as the braking system and suspension. Failure …
