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.
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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.
Best OBD Scanner 2024: the best fault code readers tested
What's an OBD reader and why should you buy one? We've reviewed eight OBD scanners to see which offers the best balance of features versus price...
Electric vehicle charging explained
EV charging can be a bit of a minefield if you’re new to electric cars. Haynes expert Martynn Randall explains how electric vehicle charge points work.
Gritted roads: how to protect your car from winter salt
The gritters are out and the roads are covered in salt – how do you protect your car from this worst aspect of winter? Martynn Randall explains.
The best of Martynn’s Tips 2023
Vacuum-bleeding brakes, curing noisy tappets, driving through water and the upcoming ICE car and bike ban… some of Martynn's most helpful advice in 2023...
How to vacuum bleed motorcycle brakes
Haynes' technical editor explains how to use a vacuum-bleeding kit when changing the brake fluid on a motorcycle. You can get them for peanuts, but do they do a good enough job?...
The petrol and diesel car sales ban – how does it affect you?
You won't be able to buy a new fossil-fuelled car or motorcycle after 2035. What does that mean for those of us who aren't planning to make the switch to electric power?...
Riding in hot weather – how to stay safe on a motorbike
Staying safe is critical when riding a bike in high temperatures at home or abroad. Here are Martynn's top tips to make sure you reach your destination in one piece...