If you're a fan of F1, the chances are you're already aware of the importance of gathering and analysing data. At the highest levels of motorsport, teams deploy a vast array of sensors in their vehicles to capture as much information as possible relating to their performance and capabilities. Gigabyte after gigabyte of data is transmitted from the vehicle to the team every lap, amounting to Tera...
With its superior grip and expert handling, to its ability to perform impressively in any weather condition, the Continental Sport Contact 6 tyre has it all. Find out why this tyre is the perfect accompaniment to your vehicle this summer. An essential sporty summer tyre Enhanced steering precision With improved performance and shorter braking distances, experience a summer tyre you can depend o...
As the world gets more and more connected, so will your car It is almost impossible to get into a car that doesn’t have some form of connectivity. Unless you're driving a classic car, or dedicated track day machine, pretty much any vehicle on sale today in the UK possesses connective technology. This will become even more so in the future, in ways we cannot yet fully comprehend. Connectivity a...
Want a tyre you can depend on through any weather condition? Meet Michelin’s CrossClimate+ tyre – and our May tyre of the month. It’s no surprise to see why this tyre has earned this title – with its grip and enhanced performance, learn why this is the perfect tyre for your vehicle this May. Experience a Michelin tyre you can rely on Safety in every weather condition For added peace of mind in...
More and more of us are planning of enjoying a staycation in the UK this summer. This means car preperation is vital before you start your journey. We’ve put together this essential holiday season checklist for your car, to help ensure your journey goes smoother and incident free. Levels: Make sure yours are all tip top That goes for oil, coolant, water, screenwash and your air levels. Make su...
It’s been suggested that speed limiting technology is set to become mandatory for all vehicles sold in Europe from 2022. So, what does this mean for our on-road driving experience? Learn how speed limiting technology can impact our driving today. Car speed limiters Despite Brexit, the BBC have suggested that having mandatory speed limiting technology on European vehicles will still apply to th...
In 2018, our government announced a range of targets that they hope will ultimately see a complete ban on petrol and diesel vehicles by the middle of the 21st century. It held the world’s first ‘Zero Emission Vehicle’ summit, outlining a vision for "all new cars and vans to be emission-free by 2040". In other words, we'll be all running on battery power 20 years from now. France has committed...
It’s the silent killer, linked – certainly in part – to the top five causes of death in the UK. We’ve all experienced it in one form or another, and, for now, shows little sign of abaiting. But in the not too distant future, everything will change. Air polution – and poor air quality – is estimated to be responsible for around 40,000 premature deaths a year in the UK. Much of the toxins we all...
It’s vital that drivers are aware of the dangers of part worn tyres. Why? Because it could save their lives, along with any passengers and fellow road users. Many – but not all – UK drivers know what part worn tyres are, and that they’re easily available to buy, especially online, but – as the dramatic disparity between search engine part worn tyre ‘buy’ and ‘safety’ queries clearly show – not...
Also known as wheel tracking, wheel alignment refers to the angle or direction that your tyres are set to. These alignment specifications can change based on each individual manufacture – the wheel alignment is set to the optimum position for the car’s performance. Ensuring your wheel alignment is correct is not only important for your car’s health, but for your own driving safety, too. What caus...