Handy Tips for Car Owners
Simple guides anyone can follow. No experience needed — we’ll walk you through it step by step.
How to Check Your Oil
A quick check you can do in your driveway to make sure your engine has enough oil.
Needs: Paper towel or clean ragHow to Top Up Your Engine Oil
If your oil is low, here is how to safely add more without overfilling.
Needs: Correct oil for your car, funnel, paper towelHow to Fill Washer Fluid
Keep your windscreen sparkling clean — topping up washer fluid takes two minutes.
Needs: Washer fluid (premixed is easiest)How to Check Your Tire Pressure
Correctly inflated tires keep you safe, save fuel, and last longer. Here is how to check them.
Needs: Tire pressure gauge (digital or stick type)How to Jump-Start a Car
Flat battery? Here is a step-by-step guide to safely jump-starting your car with jump leads.
Needs: Jump leads (jumper cables), second vehicle with working batteryHow to Change a Flat Tire
Got a flat? Do not panic. Here is how to swap it for the spare, step by step.
Needs: Spare tire, jack, wheel wrench (usually in your boot/trunk)How to Check Your Coolant Level
A quick visual check that helps prevent overheating — no tools required.
Needs: None (just your eyes)What to Keep in Your Car for Emergencies
A simple kit that could save your day (or someone else's) when things go wrong on the road.
Needs: Shopping list provided in the guide