If you find yourself working from home and your car is now sat on the driveway unused for periods of time, it’s important to look after it to ensure it starts when you need to use it next. Most cars can be left for much longer these days, usually about 2 weeks. It’s all dependent on how long your battery lasts without requiring recharging.
Clover Auto’s links with Stirling Moss date back to the 1970’s when Ronnie was on of the team for Akai Audi Works based in Silverstone. They had the sole aim of winning the British Saloon car championship. One of the drivers being Stirling Moss. They went on to achieve this goal in 1980.
In this step by step guide we take you through the process of washing your car correctly.
Pick a day when it isn’t forecast to rain, but likewise you don’t want hot bright sunshine either as this can leave smears. Make sure all doors and windows are closed properly and move windscreen wipers away from the windshield (they will click once in the correct position).
With winter fast approaching in many parts of the world, including here in the UK, it’s time to start thinking about prepping your car.
But how?
Glad you asked. In this post, we’re going to take a look at some of the things that you might want to check BEFORE the freezing weather, blizzards and snow arrives.
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If you own or rent a car on a long-term basis, you’ll know all too well that motoring costs can eat into your monthly income. With fuel and insurance to pay for, it’s hugely beneficial to save on servicing fees. If you thought you had to spend a fortune on services, and you’ve been dreading the day you have to take your car into the garage, we have good news! At Clover Autos, we can save you up to 40% on regular service costs compared to a main dealer. If you’re on a mission to drive down costs, and make your wages stretch further, here’s a handy guide to saving on car servicing.
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Are you sending your car in for your MOT soon? Are you worried it might fail? Here are some of the crucial checks that will be completed on your vehicle.
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Motorists everywhere have been warned to stay away from buying part-worn tyres. Running a car is not a cheap thing to do, so the idea of cutting costs is tempting for those on a budget. The thing is, when you cut the cost of your tyres, you increase the risks of your health and safety. Continue reading
Volkswagen is one of the oldest automakers in the world. Founded in 1937 by the German Labour Front and headquartered in Wolfsburg, it’s one of the largest automakers in the world and still continues to push incredible sales numbers. Continue reading
ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems) are systems to help drivers in the driving process. They are intended to increase vehicle and road safety by means of a human-machine interface. However experts are concerned that the hype surrounding automated driving is confusing to drivers and could be dangerous. Continue reading
While most people just accept that their car will continue to depreciate in value from the moment it first hits the road, there are those for whom investing in cars is a passion and it can be a lucrative one if you choose wisely. Continue reading
