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Wheel alignment vs tracking: what’s the difference for UK drivers?
Wheel alignment and tracking are often used as if they mean the same thing, but tracking usually refers to toe settings while full wheel alignment covers toe, camber and caster. Here is what UK drivers actually need to know.
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Used Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: 10 checks to make before you buy
A UK used-buying guide to the fifth-generation Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, covering the history checks, hybrid system, tyres, brakes, boot, infotainment and plug-in-hybrid details worth inspecting.
Missed a car insurance payment? Treat the car as uninsured until your insurer says otherwise
A missed motor-insurance payment can leave you unable to drive sooner than you expect. Here is the UK checklist for checking cover, keeping the car legal and buying a replacement policy if necessary.
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Fitting new number plates? The legal checks to make before you stick or screw them on
Replacing a damaged or tired-looking plate is simple, but a bad fit can obscure a character or leave you with a plate that is not road legal. Here is the UK checklist before fitting new number plates.
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Moved house? Do not leave your V5C behind
Moved home? Updating the V5C is separate from changing your driving licence. This practical UK guide covers the DVLA service, the tax timing trap, the paperwork you need and the other details drivers often miss.
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Locked out of your car? Do these things before you call a locksmith
Keys locked in the car is frustrating, but the right next move depends on where you are, who is inside and what your breakdown cover actually includes. Here is the safe UK order of action.
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Can you charge an electric car from a 3-pin plug? The slow, safe UK reality
A 3-pin socket can top up many electric cars, but it is not the same thing as a home chargepoint. Here is when it can make sense, what to check and why a wallbox is usually the better daily answer.
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Checking your tyre pressures? The number on the tyre is not the one you need
How to find the correct car tyre pressure, check it properly when the tyres are cold, and avoid the common mistake of using the number on the sidewall.
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