10 most expensive car repairs you didn’t see coming
Car parts break and wear out, but which repairs will hurt the most? Here are some typical repair costs for a regular petrol-powered VW Golf.
Car maintenance Tips and Tutorials Archive
You are here
10 common breakdown causes
The most common causes of call-outs reported by the motoring organisations vary slightly each year, but averaged out over the last few years, the top ten causes of breakdowns are as follows.
What causes a coolant leak?
That puddle of water under your car could be the air-con but it may be something more sinister. Here's how to work out what it is and where it's coming from...
Air to Fuel Ratio (AFR) Explained
Ever wondered what Air to Fuel ratio is? Read on to know all about it in this Haynes blog explaining all about AFR
What is a PCV valve and what does it do?
Many cars come fitted with a PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve as part of the breather system. In this Haynes blog, know all about PCV.
What Is a Piston and What Does It Do : Beginner's Guide
Here is a complete guide about Pistons. Know all about them, what Pistons are, and their role in overall functioning of your vehicle.
Head gasket guide: can a blown gasket be fixed and does sealer work?
What is a head gasket, what's it made from and how does it work? Here's a quick guide, along with instructions on how to repair a head gasket and what it could cost...
5 ways your starter motor can fail, and how to deal with it
The starter motor works by engaging ring gear mounted to the flywheel. By turning this quickly, the engine can start. That little motor working through your flywheel has to earn its keep, and when it’s about ready to give up, one of the starter motor problems will make itself apparent. Here is your...
How does a car’s suspension work?
Push down hard on your car’s front wing. The car may sink a little before rising again but without bouncing. That’s the suspension working. Here is your guide to knowing all about Car's suspension system...
What is a dual mass flywheel (and what does it do)?
The dual mass flywheel, or DMF, is designed to protect the driveline from the torsional vibrations of the engine. It’s fitted mostly to diesel engines and high torque output petrol engines.