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Why you should never use hot water to defrost your windshield in winter unless you want to risk cracking the glass immediately
Gareth Whitfield
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Your breath turns to mist, your fingertips are already stinging, and the windscreen looks as though someone has iced it...
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UK drivers risk penalties under a road regulation that has changed without clear public communication
Gareth Whitfield
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He was edging along at 20mph on the fringes of a sleepy London suburb. A nearby primary school had just...
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The moment he realized the “police” car behind him wasn’t real, and he had to escape safely
Gareth Whitfield
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Late-night motorway, almost deserted: that odd hush where your own engine sounds amplified. He felt the familiar cocktail of irritation...
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Regulatory shift ahead: New traffic rules set for US drivers over 70
Gareth Whitfield
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A rising number of US states are edging towards tougher checks, shorter licence-renewal windows and fresh assessment tools for drivers...
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The dashboard and trim restoration method detailers use when they don’t want greasy shine
Gareth Whitfield
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You tend not to clock how grimy your dashboard has become until the sun catches it at exactly the wrong...
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Rub this pantry powder on your car’s gray plastics to restore them to factory black
Gareth Whitfield
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The first thing that catches your eye isn’t the mileage. It’s the plastic trim. That washed-out grey tone can make...
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The subtle link between the cleanliness of your car’s windshield and your tolerance for obstacles in daily planning
Gareth Whitfield
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On hurried weekday mornings, there’s a small behaviour pattern that’s hard to miss. Some drivers won’t even turn the key...
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France deploys colossal 31,000-ton ship able to sustain an entire armada for weeks
Gareth Whitfield
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Off Toulon, a vast grey shape has slipped into active duty with little fanfare-built not to trade blows, but to...
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New mandatory car gadget: traditional warning triangle to be replaced
Gareth Whitfield
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When driving to Spain, it is worth taking a hard look at what you carry in the car. Spain’s traffic...
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Audi Q3 vs BMW X1: Which will be the better choice in 2026?
Gareth Whitfield
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The idea of €50,000 sounds like no-compromise luxury-yet in reality, at this price point every centimetre of space, every tick-box...
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Are deer whistles actually effective? What motorists should know
Gareth Whitfield
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Driving rural roads at first light or at dusk often comes with an uneasy thought: at any moment a roe...
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First EU country restricts fuel: Slovenia introduces daily limit at petrol stations.
Gareth Whitfield
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Slovenia has moved quickly in response to the fallout from the conflict involving Iran and the closure of the strategically...
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Sell your car privately, quickly and safely with this clever 7-step plan.
Gareth Whitfield
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Selling a car can feel like a personal mini-project: you know it needs doing, but it’s easy to put off....
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Who wants to drive a Maserati V8 for the price of a new Dacia?
Gareth Whitfield
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On Europe’s used-car market, Maserati GranTurismo models are now appearing for less money than a well-specified new Dacia Duster. It...
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Audi Q3 vs BMW X1: which premium SUV will truly impress in 2026?
Gareth Whitfield
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€50,000 Entry Point: Two Bestsellers Face the 2026 Reality Check - and One Pulls Away Clearly ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Both present themselves...
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A mechanic explains how small noises can be signs of issues.
Gareth Whitfield
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The engine is idling, the yellow strip light in the workshop keeps flickering, and somewhere under the bonnet you can...
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New speed records: Xiaomi SU7 Ultra gets green light for Europe
Gareth Whitfield
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What looked, not long ago, like a Nürburgring publicity play has taken a decisive turn: the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra now...
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Snow chains: Dealers often fail to mention these annoying drawbacks.
Gareth Whitfield
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Snow chains are often treated as mandatory kit the moment snow settles and the mountain pass turns white. In brochures...
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This driving habit helps save fuel.
Gareth Whitfield
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The light turns green. The car in front launches away as if it’s making a getaway: engine roaring, a quick...
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Drivers should put the car in neutral and release the clutch at traffic lights to protect the gearbox and clutch in the long term.
Gareth Whitfield
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You tap your fingers on the steering wheel without noticing, while your left foot sits half-irritated, half-impatient on the clutch....
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Frozen engine, burst radiator: Lack of antifreeze can seriously damage your car.
Gareth Whitfield
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Many drivers remember winter tyres, an ice scraper and door seals, yet the cooling system is often left out of...
