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Wheel alignment vs tracking: what’s the difference for UK drivers?
Wheel alignment and tracking are often used as if they mean the same thing, but tracking usually refers to toe settings while full wheel alignment covers toe, camber and caster. Here is what UK drivers actually need to know.
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Lease car tyre damage: what counts as fair wear, and when you may be charged
A UK guide to lease-car tyre damage, fair wear and tear, roadworthiness, repairs and avoiding surprise charges at hand-back.
Driving with a cracked windscreen: when you should stop and when it can wait
A cracked windscreen is not always an automatic emergency, but the position, size and effect on your view matter. Here is the practical UK decision guide, including the MOT limits that are often misunderstood.
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Can a private parking company clamp your car? The England and Wales rule
Private parking firms can issue parking charges, but that does not mean they can clamp or tow your car. Here is the England and Wales rule, the fixed-barrier exception and the sensible next steps.
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Is it illegal to leave your engine running while parked? The UK answer
Is it illegal to leave your car engine running while parked in the UK? The Highway Code rule on idling, warming up, demisting and unattended cars.
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Snow on your car roof is not harmless: the UK winter check before you drive
Snow left on a car can slide over the windscreen or onto other road users. Here is what the Highway Code requires you to clear before setting off in wintry weather.
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Car battery warranty: when a replacement should be free, and when it will not be
A flat or failed 12V battery is frustrating, but a warranty claim is not automatic. Here is how UK consumer rights, retailer guarantees and the cause of failure fit together.
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The car insurance renewal notice: seven lines worth reading before you decide
A UK car insurance renewal notice is more than a price. Check the renewal date, automatic renewal, cover, excess, mileage and policy details before you let it continue.
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