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Technology

No mystery noises: AI diagnosis & live tracking, explained

Two features do most of the heavy lifting in the app — an AI tool that tells you what is probably wrong, and live tracking so you know exactly when your mechanic will arrive.

Diagnostics

What your check engine light is actually telling you

That amber glow is one of the most misunderstood warnings in motoring. It could be a loose fuel cap — or something that doubles your bill if ignored for a week.

Safety

5 signs your brakes need urgent attention

A squeal, a grind, a soft pedal, a pull to one side — your brakes tell you clearly when something is wrong. Here are five warnings you should never drive past.

Tyres

The tyre pressure guide most UK drivers never read

Correct pressure is the cheapest safety upgrade you will ever make — better grip, better economy, longer-lasting tyres. Here is the two-minute version.

Electrics

Dead battery or faulty alternator? How to tell

Both faults look identical from the driver seat — the car will not start. Replace the wrong one and you are stranded again in a fortnight. Here is the quick way to tell.

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