Hints and Tips

Owning and Running Your Own Car

Running a car is not simply a matter of putting petrol in the tank and driving away.
Regular maintenance and simple checks will do much to contribute to safer motoring here are just a few: -

• Regular checks of tyres not only for tread depth but for foreign bodies and scrapes
• Ensuring all lights are fully operational; many new cars develop faulty brake lights.
• Cleaning headlights on a regular basis particularly in the winter months, it gives greater vision at night.
• Regular engine oil changes will ensure longer engine life.
• Check tyre pressure very regularly, proper inflation will lead to longer tyre life and better road holding.

Road and Weather Conditions

• It goes without saying that in wet and foggy and frosty conditions extra special care should be taken and speed adjusted accordingly.
• Gravel, mud and standing water on the road can make stopping extremely difficult and often catches out the unsuspecting driver. Wet mud on the road is as lethal as severe frost and learner drivers should take special notice in these conditions. If you travel through a flooded stretch of road always dry out the brake disc by gently applying brake on and off for a while still maintaining gentle acceleration.