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Maintenance

Which is best: jet wash or old-style mechanical car wash?

Our reader wants to know the best and easiest way to clean their car. We would always recommend washing a car by hand. Whether that’s a hand car wash while…

By James Foxall18th January 20227th March 2022
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Maintenance

How do I store a car and ensure it stays in good condition if I’ve stopped commuting?

For millions of people, commuting to work has stopped again because of the fresh coronavirus restrictions. And that means owners have to work out how to store a car. For…

By James Foxall1st October 202015th January 2021
pressure washer
Maintenance

Should I buy a pressure washer to clean my car with?

A pressure washer or jet washer is the ultimate addition to any car owner’s cleaning kit. Not only will it make swift work of dirt, it could also add value…

By James Foxall21st July 202022nd October 2021
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Maintenance

What’s the best way to clean bird poo off my car after lockdown?

A lot of cars were parked in less than ideal conditions during lockdown. If you’ve left your car beneath some trees, chances are the birds will have gone to work…

By James Foxall4th June 20206th July 2020
car paint protection
Buying + selling

I’ve been offered car paint protection as an option with my new car. Do I need it?

When you buy a car from a dealer, they’ll try to sell you a variety of extra products. Paint protection is one of these. Here we explain what it is,…

By James Foxall30th April 20196th July 2020

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