Pre-Holiday Road Trip

It’s that magical time of year we’ve all been looking forward to – closing your laptop, packing up, and heading out on the open road. But hold on! Before you set off, a little preparation is essential to ensure your holiday is as smooth as Santa’s sleigh ride.

A guide to help you know the essentials about tyres

When it comes to vehicle safety, too many drivers neglect their tyres and fail to understand the significant impact cheap tyres (retreads) or worn tyres can have. Balding or worn tyres affect acceleration, braking, directional force and even fuel consumption, not to mention safety since they are the only parts connecting your vehicle to the road. In this guide, we look at tyre markings and how to choose the best tyres for your vehicle and driving needs.

How to prepare for a vehicle service

Taking proper care of your vehicle is not just a nice to have – one of the best ways to ensure that your vehicle remains safe on the road, and in good condition to resell later along the line, is to keep up with its services. Here’s a look at a few important things you need to bear in mind when booking a service, and how you should go about choosing a service provider.

Why Are Regular Car Services So Vital?

Staying up to date with your car service intervals helps you to get the most out of your investment. If you have a car maintenance plan in place, certain aspects of your service will be covered, or the whole service might be free of charge. As such, it’s vital to check the conditions, exclusions and limitations of your plan, as well as which garages are covered by the plan. Always go through the fine print of your maintenance plan, and/or extended warranty with a fine-toothed comb so you know what you are entitled to.