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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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Pothole funding warnings for councils: what actually changes for drivers
Councils in England now have to publish annual pothole progress reports by 30 June or risk losing part of next year’s road-maintenance funding. The headline sounds tough, but the real question is whether the new reporting rules make local repair performance easier for drivers to judge.
The UK’s £500 home EV charger grant is bigger, but the real test is local councils
The UK has raised key EV charger grants to £500 and extended them to March 2027, but the real question is whether councils make on-street home charging workable.
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Hyundai i10 tyre sidewall damage MOT fail: what testers check first
A Hyundai i10 can fail its MOT for tyre sidewall damage if the tyre has a bulge, deep cut or exposed cords. Here is what testers look for and what to check before test day.
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Renault Scenic joins the top UK EV grant band: why family-car buyers should pay attention
The Renault Scenic E-Tech electric is now listed in Band 1 of the UK Electric Car Grant scheme, worth up to £3,750. That matters because it puts a well-regarded family EV into a much more interesting price fight.
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Volvo EX30 recall: why the 70% charging cap matters more than it first looks
The Volvo EX30 battery recall is not just a workshop footnote. For affected UK owners, the temporary 70% charging cap changes how the car works day to day, and that matters more than the headline alone suggests.
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Mini brake light switch MOT fail: what to check first
A faulty brake light switch can make a MINI fail its MOT if the stop lamps are delayed, inoperative or stay on. Here is what to check first.
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Volkswagen Polo number plate bulb MOT fail: what to check first
A failed Volkswagen Polo number plate bulb can be an MOT minor or a major fail, depending on whether the rear plate is still properly illuminated. Here is what to check and how to fix it.
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