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With MOT bookings expected to surge in March, it's time to get ahead of the rush and book your MOT today to secure your preferred slot time and location. At National Tyres, we’ve been keeping motorists on the move since 1970. With over 50 years of expertise, we know how important it is to…
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Why do car batteries go flat in winter? Car batteries tend to die in winter, as most of them hold their charge using an electrolyte solution. This liquid solution can lose its ability to transfer charge if the weather dips cold. Alongside the additional demand for lights and heating, your battery…
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Whether you love or hate it, maintaining your car is important for safe, smooth and cost-efficient travel. You can keep overall costs down by preventing expensive repairs with our car maintenance secrets and tips. From tyre tips to coolant checks, enjoy getting more out of your vehicle for…
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All season tyres (also known as all-weather tyres) are designed to offer a balance between summer tyres and winter tyres, providing year-round performance and safety. With unpredictable UK weather, these tyres adapt to changing conditions, ensuring grip and stability whether you're driving on hot…
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Driving in winter can be a huge source of anxiety for many drivers. With darker evenings and icy roads, driving can feel and be more dangerous throughout the colder season. In this article, we’ll explore some of the reasons for motoring anxiety and tips on how to make driving feel less…
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Like many car parts, batteries wear out over time. It's important that you replace your battery if you spot signs like an illuminated dashboard warning light, dimmed headlights, or a car that struggles to start. You can check your car battery's age by checking their manufacturer date, located on…
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With winter temperatures dropping below freezing overnight, many of us have started waking up to a frustratingly frozen windscreen. This can be an issue for drivers, especially if you rely on your vehicle in the morning for your daily commute. In this article, we’ll share our top tips to…
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How to calculate tyre pressure Maintaining the correct tyre pressure is essential for safe driving all year round. Tyres that are underinflated or overinflated can increase the risk of accidents for all road users, particularly in poor driving conditions such as ice. In this…
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The festive season can be tough on your car battery. In fact, it can be so draining that ‘Flat-battery Monday’, or January 5th 2026, predicts that as thousands of us return to our work commute, many will also wake up to a car that won’t start. Less driving over the Christmas…
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A sudden fog warning on the news can be stressful for drivers, particularly if you’re unsure of how to operate your car fog lights. We’ve put together a quick guide to make winter journeys easier, and to make understanding your fog lights as clear as day!  What causes fog? Fog…
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