To save money I want to provide the garage with oil for a change. How much oil does a car need?
If you do decide to give your garage the oil to perform the change with, there are some things to look out for. On the face of it, it seems…
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My dealer suggested doing an engine flush on my four-year old Peugeot 2008. Should I go ahead?
The dealer servicing our reader’s four-year old Peugeot 2008 suggested they have an engine flush. Our reader wanted to know if we recommend this as a sensible idea. What is…
Is changing the oil filter necessary and how easy is it on my VW Polo?
Changing the oil is a vital part of any engine’s service. The more oil is used, the more it degrades and the less effective it becomes at lubricating the various…
Can I do an oil change on my car myself to save some money?
Performing an oil change on a car is, on paper, one of the simpler maintenance jobs. As oil is continually circulated through an engine to lubricate moving parts it needs…
I want to change when my car is serviced. Can I turn off the service light?
As cars become increasingly intelligent, the more information they give us about themselves. And that includes a service light to tell you when they need their regular maintenance. When does…