How To Know If Gearbox Oil Is Low?
Most drivers know their engine oil needs regular checks. Far fewer think about the other fluid their car depends on just as much - gearbox oil. In manual cars it is called gear oil; in automatics, transmission fluid (ATF). Either way, running low on it leads to...
A Comprehensive Guide on Motor Oils
Ideally, your car should run like a well-oiled machine. Engine oil is your engine's lifeblood - it cleans, lubricates, cools and cushions the moving parts while holding sludge, abrasive particles and harsh chemical contaminants in suspension. It protects against...
What does an annual car service include?
A lot of people have a misconception that an annual car service is just about checking the oil, rotating your tires and making sure there’s enough gas in it. To be honest, this isn’t really the case. In fact, an annual car service includes a whole host of...
Don’t Let a Breakdown Rain on Your Summer Parade: DIY Car Prep
Summer is around the corner. It’s the perfect time for long drives in the country with friends and loved ones. If you’re planning on taking a trip a bit further out than you normally would, it’s always a good idea to do a few simple checks to ensure your car is in...
Shell Hopes to Continue to Enjoy a Strong Relationship With The Motor Company
Home » Blog Leicester-based vehicle maintenance and repair service provider The Motor Company was recently under leading global oil company Shell’s spotlight – and for good reason. The vehicle maintenance and repair specialist was commended for exclusively using...
Signs You Need to Replace Your Brake Pads and/or Discs
Practically every major piece of equipment and machinery has a system designed for it to stop and vehicles are no different. With carefully designed braking systems, you’re able to navigate the roads that much more confidently. However, your brakes can and do wear out...
Common MOT Failures – Understanding the Top Issues and How to Prevent Them
Every year, car owners in the UK with vehicles that are aged three years or older must pass a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test. Although this does not apply to vehicles that were manufactured before 1960, the chances are that you’re driving a car that needs to go...
Diagnostic Tests on Car Clutches – Why/What/How
If your car is having issues with its clutch, it’s important to get it diagnosed and repaired – the quicker, the better. There are a few different diagnostic tests that can be done, and each one will help to determine the cause of the problem. These tests...