There are certain maintenance tips every single car owner should know and apply to keep their car running as smooth and as long as possible, we have compiled some of the most important factors and turned them into tips for you to apply to your ride!

Tyres - Your tyres should be checked regularly, as they are responsible for your traction on the road and keeping you and others safe! you should make sure all of your tyres have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm, it is a legal requirement if the police stop you, and your tyres are under 1.6mm you will be fined.

Oil and Coolant - Check your engine oil levels, it is really simple to do and can be pretty much done anytime. Making sure your engine oil is on the correct level will extend the life of your engine drastically. Making sure you are topped up on engine coolant is also very important espeically during the winter and summer seasons, your engine struggles much more during those times and engine coolant makes your engine work much better.

Screen wash and Windscreen - Did you know that it is illegal in the UK for you car's screen wash system not to be functioning correctly, you should make sure that you windscreen and windscreen wipers are checked regularly, if you have a chip in your windscreen there are a few ways of getting it repaired before more damage is caused or a crack forms. Changing your windscreen wipers is also very important as they do wear out and stop working as well as they once used to.

Warning Lights - Warning lights are your best friend when it comes to maintaining your car, you should learn what different warning lights mean and what they stand for, and take care of them as soon as they appear to avoid any further unnecessary damage. Keep your eye out on the warning lights and do not ignore them!

Battery and Lights - Inspecting your cars battery, making sure there is no corrosion and making sure it is in good condition is very important as your battery is responsible for all of the electric components working correctly in your car. Lights are also very important as they are responsible for making the roads and surroundings around you much more visibile in the dark.

These are the basics car checks every car owner should do every so often, watching out and carrying these out will make sure you and others are kept as safe as possible and that your car is well taken care of!