Auxiliary belt – checking and changing
Your car's auxiliary belt is vital, so it pays to make sure it's in good nick. Haynes' resident expert Martynn Randall advises on how to keep an eye on it, and how to swap it...
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10 Highway Code rules you didn’t know about
The Highway Code has so many rules that there are bound to be a few unusual ones that you don't know about. Martynn Randall of Haynes lists 10 odd rules...
How to restore black plastic trim
Haynes expert Martynn Randall offers a detailed breakdown of what to do when you need to restore or repair black plastic trim on your vehicle
What to do after a car accident
Been involved in a car accident and wondering what you need to do? Haynes expert Martynn Randall explains what your insurance company needs from you.
Basic car maintenance for new drivers
Learning to drive is one thing, but looking after your pride and joy is quite another. Martynn Randall gives the low-down on the important car maintenance tasks that all new drivers should learn.
Driving in Europe - all you need to know
Haynes expert Martynn Randall tells you all you need to know about how to stay safe and legal when driving in Europe this summer.
Driving through water: is it safe to do so?
What's the best way to get through floodwater and make it to the other side? Martynn shares his stories and has some tips to help you get home with dry feet...
How to reduce your insurance bill
Many of us have seen our insurance costs skyrocket in recent years. Haynes’ resident expert gives hints and tips on how you can trim the cost of a policy.
Should you upgrade your headlight bulbs?
Are aftermarket headlight bulbs worth the money? What does UK law say about fitting HID and LED bulbs to cars with H4 and H7 bulbs? Resident Haynes expert Martynn Randall explains.
Are winter tyres worth it?
Should you buy winter tyres? Are winter tyres the same as ice tyres? Can you use winter tyres in summer? Martynn Randall reveals all.