Our services
Six areas of structured motoring advice
Each category answers a clear group of questions, from specifications and fault checks to buying decisions. Start with the topic closest to your problem.
Specifications
Vehicle specifications
Engine, transmission, tyre and capacity details for your exact make, model and year, so you can check what your car was built with.
Identification
Parts identification
Work out which component you need, with part numbers and compatibility notes for most vehicles before you buy or book a fitter.
Diagnostics
Fault diagnosis
Tell us the symptoms and warning lights, and we will help you narrow the likely causes and the checks to run next.
Repairs
Repair procedures
Step-by-step outlines of common repair tasks, with the tools, parts and safety points to consider before you start.
Maintenance
Service schedules
Understand what your manufacturer recommends at each interval, and which checks can wait until the next service.
Everything else
General questions
Ownership, running costs and everyday motoring questions that do not fit neatly elsewhere, answered in plain language.
Specialist topics
Buying, running and owning
EV range, MPG, MOT, road tax, auctions and driving lessons are all covered. Each topic gives you practical checks and questions to take forward.
EV range and used-EV checks
Estimate the real range you need, then check battery health and charging history before you buy a used electric car.
MPG and vehicle-owner usage
Understand fuel economy figures and how your driving pattern changes what you actually achieve on the road.
MOT and road tax
Prepare for your MOT, learn what the test covers and see what road tax costs for your vehicle band.
Parts, part numbers and fitters
Find where to buy specific parts and how to match part numbers for most vehicles.
Choosing and buying a car
Find the best car for your needs, and learn what to look out for at car auctions before bidding.
Learning to drive and using your car
Know what to ask when booking driving lessons, and how to use the controls and features of your car with confidence.