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#251 Check your tyres regularly

Car Tyres - What Do You Need To Know?

Car tyres are crucial to the running of your car and we all know where they are, but most motorists don't know how to keep them in the best condition. Our guide gives you the things to look out for and help you keep them in tip-top condition.

2nd January 2019
#252 failures from emissions tests double

MOT Emissions Failures Double

MOTs have gone through changes in 2018 which have seen a stricter emissions test double the number of failures. If you're worried about whether your car will pass we've got a full guide showing what you can do to pass and keep your car on the road.

10th December 2018
#253 repairs tracked like dominos pizza

Repair Tracker: Track Your Bookings Like You Track A Pizza

MotorEasy's Repair Tracker is the first of its kind, offering transparency on your car while it's in the garage. All found in your account area you'll never wonder what's happening to your car again, here's how it works and what you can expect.

24th November 2018
#254 Garageflex garage organisation tidy managed solutions

Garage Organisation: A Place For Everything & Everything In Its Place

When it comes to your garage, it's usually a place to store all your clutter. Whether it be tools, Christmas decorations, out of season toys or sports equipment. We're all guilty of dumping items in the garage when there's no space in the house, they're a bit messy or we don’t really need them. And at some point, the garage becomes so disorganised and full that you HAVE to do something about it.

17th October 2018
#255 Maintain car value

Maintain Car Value In Three Easy Steps

Your car value drops just by driving it off the forecourt, but there are things you can do to try and keep the value as high as possible. Little things like simply keeping it clean will improve the value when you come to sell it.

23rd September 2018
#256 Lost in translation 7 baffling manufacturers terms

Lost In Translation: 7 Baffling Names Used For Common Parts And Simple Technology

Lost In Translation launched by MotorEasy is trying to make a difference to the way customers are treated at garages. To try and help motorists even further we've listed the top 7 baffling terms used by manufacturers for common parts and simple technology.

10th September 2018
#257 miles not millimetres simple brake repairs

Is Your Mechanic Putting You In Danger Over Confusing Brake Measurements?

Confused by brake measurements? MotorEasy are calling for miles not millimetres to make brakes simple. Brakes are a vital safety feature, when a mechanic says there's 10% wear left you might think they need changing but, could you wait a few months?

21st August 2018
#258 Car Brake Pads & Discs BMW White M Series

Brake Pad & Disc Calculator - Your Guide To Car Brakes

Brake pads and discs are, for obvious safety reasons, essential to your car. Most drivers know they're frictional components but not what level of depth, mileage or wear you should be thinking about replacing pads or discs.

20th August 2018
#259 should you use refurbished parts

Car Repairs: Refurbished Parts - Should You Use Them?

New parts costs can be incredibly expensive. Fixing your car correctly is vital, but sometimes you can source parts that are as good as new and even ask your repairer to use them. Here are some parts that you should and some you shouldn't buy used.

16th August 2018
#260 don't get ripped off by the garage

Car Repairs: How To Guard Against Garage Rip Offs

What most of us fear when visiting a garage, especially one we have never used before, is being taken for a very expensive ride. Of course if you've signed up with MotorEasy that'll never be an issue, but if you want to stay savvy, here’s what you should do to avoid the very worst happening.

13th July 2018
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