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  • Renault Clio 3 2007 issue
    Most likely, a problem with the ignition switch. It shouldn't be an expensive fix. see more
    by Santa
    • Today 22:15
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  • Renault Clio 3 2007 issue
    I have a 2007 Renault Clio dynamique manual petrol car, ​​​​​​​Sometimes when I take the key out the engine is still running, I have to stall the car... see more
    by Tlicaz
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  • fordfocus
    I have a 2009 focus s 1.8 tdci. For some weeks now my car has been plagued with limp mode problems. The garage has changed the fuel filter, the egr... see more
    by Adbfocus
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  • Car Battery Advice
    Halfords asked me to put my car reg in and recommended those options. The car about 10 years old, I don't have start/stop tech. see more
    by ElCapitain
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  • Bad experience with RAC
    A few years back my local garage replaced my discs and pads with my MOT. One year later they told me the fronts needed replacing again. see more
    by ElCapitain
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  • EV handling?
    Me too, they are still too expensive though. see more
    by ElCapitain
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  • My advice for learner drivers
    I was a glorified chauffeur when I was learning. see more
    by ElCapitain
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  • Car Battery Advice
    YES it does matter that you buy the correct battery for the car. For example - If your car has start/stop technology (the engine switches off when... see more
    by Santa
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  • My advice for learner drivers
    Good advice there from Mark. I would add: Once you master the basics - steering, gears, brakes, etc, try to get some practice as a learner with a... see more
    by Santa
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  • Car Battery Advice
    My car didn't start this morning, I'm told I need a new battery. does it really matter which one i get? I'm leaning towards the lower cost and... see more
    by ElCapitain
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  • EV handling?
    I still own a petrol ICE car, I've driven a few hybrid's, but haven't driven a full EV. I do like the idea of an EV and these real world... see more
    by Mark07
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  • Any ideas on what this suspension (?) noise might be please? Vauxhall Corsa D
    Hi My car has been making a couple of noises for some time, mainly on country roads. It sounds like it’s coming from behind the front foot-wells,... see more
    by 404State
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  • Bad experience with RAC
    Hi in January this year i spent a lot of money £313 having the RAC mobile mechanic out to replace the rear discs and pads and front pads on my 2016... see more
    by surfnutt
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  • My advice for learner drivers
    The RAC has a bunch of handy articles if you're learning to drive, they're worth a look and may just help you to pass first time. I wanted to add... see more
    by Mark07
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  • Would You Drive This Car?
    It looks cute, but no ..... lol see more
    by ursus262
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  • Who's fault is it ?
    I agree. This is likely to be settled as part of a 'knock for knock' agreement. I did my advanced driving course last year, and subsequently... see more
    by ursus262
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  • EV handling?
    I've driven an electric car, and its low center of gravity makes handling amazing. like it's on rails. see more
    by Grimm
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  • EV handling?
    @Drivingforfun The really low centre of gravity really does make for an extremely stable platform for a car. My Mini Electric is incredibly fun to... see more
    by ursus262
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  • What a doofus
    Wasn't it some Japanese cars that used to have the wiper stalk on the left and indicators on the right? You would see cars approaching a junction on... see more
    by Santa
    • 03-06-24 17:47
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  • Community Volunteers
    It's great to have you on board!! I've dropped you a DM just to say hi. 😀 see more
    by Mark07
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  • What a doofus
    ​​​​​​​The convention in this country is exactly that - hot tap on the left. see more
    by Beelzebub
    • 03-06-24 13:48
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  • Community Volunteers
    I've just joined the forum, and I have years of experience with car clubs and forums. I love driving and am an advanced driver. The RAC seems like a... see more
    by ursus262
    • 03-06-24 13:20
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  • What a doofus
    Now you know how/why indicators self cancel 😉 see more
    by TC1474
    • 03-06-24 12:29
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  • What a doofus
    I noticed something yesterday that made me think of this conversation. On my car's AC control, cold is on the left and hot is on the right. I've... see more
    by Mark07
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  • Collision when emerging from minor road to major road whos at fault?
    I don't know where you got that idea from, but wherever it came from I am sorry to say that you have been misinformed. Traffic on the major... see more
    by TC1474
    • 02-06-24 15:15
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  • What Gave Me 'The Hump' Today
    Beautiful sunny day here today, Not a cloud in sight. So I should be sprawled out on my recliner sipping a cold beer, right? No, the wife decided I... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • Exhaust Knock Sensor Question
    There seems to be a huge price difference for stuff bought in the US and UK. Years ago I had a friend who was a Flight Engineer with British... see more
    by Rolebama
    • 02-06-24 13:32
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  • What Gave Me 'The Hump' Today
    Thanks, your system is different from ours. see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Collision when emerging from minor road to major road whos at fault?
    @TC1474 thanks for your response, I understand what you are saying. I've always been under the impression that if you are at a give way sign and... see more
    by TimG
    • 02-06-24 12:54
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  • Collision when emerging from minor road to major road whos at fault?
    Sorry to say, strict liability applies in that whilst I understand what you are saying, it will be deemed that you still failed to accord precedence... see more
    by TC1474
    • 02-06-24 12:37
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