Autumn and winter bring wet leaves, standing water, road grit and salt. In the dark and rain, stopping distances can increase, and brakes that seemed adequate on dry summer roads may need attention. October is a sensible time to check brakes before the weather makes a small issue urgent. As with tyres, a timely inspection helps identify wear before it develops into a larger repair. Brake Components: What Gets Checked? Brake pads press against the discs to slow the car. They are usually the...

The Short Answer Follow the manufacturer’s service schedule in the handbook, service app or online portal. The correct interval is usually based on: Mileage Time Driving conditions Engine type Vehicle age Manufacturer service requirements Mileage or time, whichever comes first, matters. Many cars require attention approximately every 12 months, even when annual mileage is low. A car that only covers a few thousand miles still needs oil, fluid, brake and safety checks. Oil degrades with age....

A van remap for better fuel economy can reduce fuel cost per mile, improve loaded driveability and make towing less demanding. The strongest candidates are turbo-diesel vans with: High annual mileage Regular payloads Repeated motorway or A-road journeys Trailer use Frequent hills or long-distance routes Correctly maintained engines and drivetrains Short urban journeys produce smaller gains. Results depend on the engine, mileage, load, route, driver and vehicle condition. AutoWorkz advertises...