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  What Do Car Dashboard Warning Lights Mean?

  Today’s modern cars are packed with electronics and sensors, but do you know what your car dashboard warning lights mean? Knowing what they indicate could help you avoid a vehicle breakdown.

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  Why Do Cars Fail MOT Tests?

  Why do cars fail MOT tests? Did you know that almost two in five vehicles fail their Ministry of Transport (MOT) test first time? And quite often this is due to minor faults that you could have easily fixed yourself.

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  What Happens If Your Car Runs Out Of Oil?

  If your car runs out of oil, the consequences can be catastrophic. However, engines rarely run out of oil, but it’s a situation that is not unheard of. Not checking or changing the oil in your car usually causes this unlikely situation.

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  What To Do If Your Car Breaks Down

  It’s a situation that nobody wants, but do you know what to do if your car breaks down? In our last article, published on the K&M Tyres website, we looked at four of the most common causes of vehicle breakdowns, with a flat or faulty battery being the main culprit.

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  What Castrol Oil Is Right For Your Vehicle?

  What Castrol oil is right for your vehicle? Today, there are several different types of Castrol oil and there is no one-size-fits-all scenario when it comes to engine oil. Modern engines differ from each other and vehicle manufacturers with their technological advances are continually making ever-greater demands on the engine oil used.

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  What Is The Castrol Engine Warranty Scheme?

  Castrol has been lubricating engines for over 120 years and has recently launched the new Castrol Engine Warranty scheme.

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  What Does Oil Do In A Car?

  Motor oil is essential in any vehicle engine, but how does it work and what does oil do in a car? In essence, oil lubricates engine parts, reduces friction and generally cleans, cools, seals and protects the engine. Oil acts as a lubricant to ensure your car engine runs smoothly and efficiently.

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  What Do The Numbers Mean On A Bottle Of Oil?

  Do you know what the numbers mean on a bottle of oil? Do you find it confusing looking at bottles of oil and deciding which oil should be used in your vehicle?

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  Tips To Prepare Your Vehicle For A Summer Road Trip

  Summer is here and as we experience record temperatures in the UK, you might be thinking of or have already planned a summer road trip. This might be a staycation or a trip to Europe.

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