Daisy Clarke

The festive season can be tough on your car battery. In fact, it can be so draining that the 2nd of January, also known as ‘Flat-battery Thursday’, means thousands of us will wake up to a car that won’t start. Not driving over the Christmas period (or driving a lot less than…
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Although it rolls around every year, the darker nights can still creep up on you. And now the clocks are going back, it’s going to feel even darker. So, how do you make sure your car’s ready to hit the road? We’re here to guide you through it. Check your bulbs  It might…
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Many of us start worrying about our tyres when the cold weather hits, but fluctuating temperatures at any time of year can alter the air pressure in your car’s tyres. In turn, this can affect your vehicle's road holding, steering performance, braking distance, all-around safety, and fuel…
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While it may seem like there are no obvious problems with your car tyres, there are a variety of factors that can impact how they perform. If it’s been some time since they were last checked, you may even be driving with illegal tyres. So, it’s essential to check your tyres regularly to…
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Your car battery is responsible for powering a lot  – especially as our cars get more and more complex. So, knowing how to look after your battery will keep your car running smoothly for miles and miles.  In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to take care of your battery,…
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Keeping on top of your vehicle’s warning lights is a must (if you’re still not sure which light means what, check out our guide here), but it’s particularly important for safety components like your tyres. They’re your only contact with the road and neglecting them for too…
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Driving on icy roads can be daunting, and potentially dangerous. Here are some tips to help you stay safe on the roads in icy conditions: 1. Check your tyres  Your tyres do a pretty important job of keeping you safe when it’s icy out; they’re the only part of your car that ever…
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You don’t need us to tell you that wet and rainy weather can make driving more difficult, but did you know the condition of your tyres plays a big role too? Worn tyres increase the risk of aquaplaning in bad weather since you’ll have less friction with the road. So, although…
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While your MOT and Service fall under the umbrella of routine car maintenance, you might be shocked as to how different they actually are. That’s why it’s so important to keep up with both. At National, we make that super easy – because you can book them both together! Yep,…
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