Vehicle Advice

With MOT, tax, insurance and servicing, the cost of staying on the road can be a major cost for many motorists. If you are contemplating cutting a few corners to keep the price of vehicle ownership down...THEN DON'T!  Make sure that you do not fall into the trap of neglecting getting your vehicle serviced.   When you buy a new vehicle a servicing schedule is set by the manufacturer. Some dealerships will cover the cost of the service as part of the initial purchase to sweeten the deal and others will stipulate a service be carried out at set mileages to maintain the manufacturer warranty.  If...

When you take your car out on the road, you want to be able to enjoy a smooth journey to and from your destination (with the exception of the Shropshire Potholes!).  The last thing that you need is for your car to start jittering or to become unusable on the road. If you suspect any car suspension problems, then have this diagnosed as quickly as possible. Problems to look out for:. Suspension Problems Can Cause Weak Car Tyres Whether your car has taken a pounding from a pothole on the road or the tyres’ friction has rubbed off due to snow,...

Forgetting could cost you a £1,000 fine Did you know, you can request a free email reminder every year before your next MOT is due? Simply visit the government’s website and sign up for reminders – you’ll just need to give an email address and the registration number of a vehicle. You’ll need to activate the reminder service via a link which you’ll be emailed after signing up. You’ll then get the reminder a month before your MOT’s due and again two weeks later if you still haven’t had your MOT. With fines of up to £1,000 for not having a valid...

STANDARD PETROL IS CHANGING! Know Your Fuel. Standard petrol is changing to E10. In summer 2021, the standard petrol grade in the UK will become E10. The introduction of E10 petrol will help reduce CO2 emissions associated with petrol vehicles. All petrol cars manufactured after 2011 can use E10, but compatibility of older vehicles should be checked online. Most motorcycles are also approved to use E10 petrol, but you should check compatibility just in case. For the few vehicles that need it, E5 will continue to be available at most larger forecourts in the ‘super’ grade. E10 contains up to...

Bank holidays are a busy time when thousands of motorists traditionally take to the road to enjoy a long weekend away, whether in the UK for a staycation or for a trip abroad (but not yet!). Richard's Auto Services has some guidance to help keep your car safe for any journey ahead. Tyres needn’t be tired  Tyres, whether winter or run flats, are a critical part of road safety. As there’s only a small contact patch separating your car from the tarmac, it’s important that they are maintained to the correct standard and do not become worn beyond the legal minimum tread depth of 1.6mm....