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Is your car making a peculiar noise that’s causing more confusion than laughter? Fear not, at Double Dee Autos we’ve heard every description going in…

It’s no hidden secret that purchasing a used vehicle can be a cost-effective option over buying a brand-new model, but it isn’t uncommon for the…

As a car owner, you might have wondered how long your car battery will last before needing a replacement. Car batteries are essential components that…

Driving a car in rainy weather can be dangerous if you’re not well-prepared. Whether it’s light rain or a heavy storm, you want to make…

Are you at your wit’s end with a screeching sound coming from the wheels of your car every time you slow down? If so, don’t…

If you’ve ever been driving and found that your car seems to be pulling to one side, you’re not alone. This is a frequent problem…

Choosing the right oil for your car can be a daunting task. There are so many different types and brands on the market, it’s hard…

Are you concerned about the noise coming from your car’s AC system? You’re not alone – many drivers have this same problem. The good news…

If you’re a car owner, you know that keeping your vehicle in good condition requires regular maintenance. One important task is checking the coolant levels…

Regardless of whether you own a petrol, diesel, hybrid, or electric vehicle, it is important to book a service on a regular basis. Most manufacturers…

Over the Christmas period, it is likely many of us will be undertaking long drives to visit family and friends all over the UK. The…

Driving under the influence of drugs, whether they are prescription or recreational, has numerous risks attached to it and you are putting the lives of…

It can often be difficult to find time to check over your vehicle but, as temperatures begin to drop, you will want to make sure…

Before booking your MOT, you may have a few questions that you want answered. Our team of experts possess extensive experience in carrying out servicing…

When you are involved in a car accident, it is difficult to predict how long the repairs process will take. There are many variables involved,…

When you are involved in an accident on the road, you will want to have your mechanical and body repairs carried out as soon as…

Whether you have a long journey planned in your car this summer or you will simply be using it to commute to work, with temperatures…

Every driver should be aware of the highway code and the rules that are in place to keep you and other road users as safe…

It has got to that point of the year where many of us will be booking or will already have booked our summer holidays. If…

On the 29th of January 2022, the Department for Transport introduced a number of changes to The Highway Code, which will affect all road users.…

When something goes wrong with your vehicle, you are made aware of this by a car warning light appearing on the dashboard. Depending on the…

First trialled in 2006 by the Highways Agency, smart motorways have become more common in the UK, there are several differences between them and the…

With holidays starting to get back to normal, you may not have had the chance to book a winter escape just yet. If you are…

If you are going to be driving at night this Halloween, it is important that, as well as taking the usual necessary precautions, you should…

If you have been involved in an accident with another vehicle, you may be daunted by the process of going through a claim and dealing…

In April 2019, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) was an initiative introduced by the Mayor of London in order to reduce London’s air pollution.…

When it comes to looking after your car and keeping it running healthily for as long as possible, an MOT and a vehicle service are…

Many of us may be planning holidays at home once again this summer, but regardless of whether you are planning a long journey or a…

There’s nothing worse than having your journey interrupted by a puncture, slowing you down, providing you with worry and preventing you from reaching your destination…

If you are planning a holiday at home, which is seeming increasingly likely this summer, there are several checks you should carry out before embarking…

After the year of 2020, we can be forgiven for trying to save our pennies wherever we can. One of the options you may be…

With a glimpse of normality returning in the distance, the time to prepare your vehicle for life after lockdown is fast approaching. For the last…

If your car’s battery has gone flat, you may be able to restart it using a jump start, but it is important that you are…

Over time, much like anything else, the batteries within our cars lose power and begin to fade, simply due to natural wear, tear and usage.…

That time of year is back again, and whether you are greatly festive or just looking to add a little extra Christmas cheer this year,…

From as young as our teenage years, money becomes a prominent thought in our minds. We are always taught by parents, teachers and family to…

Now that the year has progressed and autumn has arrived, you should start considering an overall health check for your vehicle before the winter months…

With the warmer months upon us, the air con supplied by our vehicles is a blessing which me may be taking for granted. We feel…

When planning a UK getaway, the journey to and from your destination can always be something which plays on your mind. We have put together…

Sending your car in for a service, MOT or repair requires a certain level of trust to be present between you and the mechanic. To…

If you have a young family, you will know how difficult it is to keep anything clean for longer than five minutes, particularly a car…

Long car journeys can be stressful enough without the need to throw a roasting hot car, searing steering wheel and scorching leather seats into the…

That time is here again for the dreaded MOT test. With a multitude of myths floating around are you confident on what will determine that…

Predicting how long a clutch will last can be like predicting the Grand National winner – there are many variables that could affect the outcome. …

Spring cleaning your car is a good way to bid farewell to the wet and windy winter weather and welcome in the summer sun. A…

Buying a second-hand car can save you lots of cash, but you need to be careful. There are some unscrupulous people out there who might…

The cost of fuel is a constant concern for motorists. With the price of petrol in the UK amongst the highest in the world, combined…

With winter comes cold weather, and a sharp increase in the number of breakdowns. Yet many forget the importance of preparing their car for winter…

Regularly checking your tyre tread is vitally important to ensure that you comply with the legal requirements and you can continue to drive safely on…

Does your car seem more sluggish than usual, maybe when overtaking another vehicle or trying to climb a hill? Have you noticed warning lights appearing…

With the official autumn season now upon us, the heat of summer is well and truly over. With it, we can pack away our summer…

With the recent heatwave we’d be very surprised it you told us that the air conditioning in your car hadn’t been cranked up to help…

It may not have yet hit the heat wave of 2018 but there have certainly been days when it’s hot enough to crank up the…

At one time or another in your driving life you will find a small chip somewhere on your windscreen. It’s nothing big, barely noticeable, and…

It’s that time again, when your dashboard lights up with a message telling you it’s time for a service. You know that it can only…

It’s unlikely that you have not come across the term ‘diagnostic check’ before, but do you know what it does and when it should be…

Most of us will fill up our fuel tanks regularly, get our vehicles serviced annually, and occasionally remember to put air in our tyres or…

Like them or loathe them, hybrid cars are here to stay. What’s more, they are continuing to evolve and improve in design and engine technology,…

While it’s not a job that most of us have to do very often, knowing how to change a tyre is a skill that we…

Getting a tyre blow-out while driving, particularly at high speed on a motorway, is most drivers’ worst fear. It requires quick and calm reaction but…

Wheel alignment and tyre balancing – two terms you may have vaguely heard of but know very little about. Are they really something you need…

We have talked about tyres before, but never dedicated an entire article to them and why it is important to get them right.

We may not be thinking about snow and ice just yet, but we are definitely moving into autumn, which means wind, rain, stormy weather, and…

Whether you’re a seasoned festival goer or a first-timer, if you’re heading off to one of this year’s events we bet you are pretty excited!…

At some point in your driving life you will have got into your car and found that the battery is dead. It is inevitable at…

Every spring and summer the damage from the previous winter becomes apparent as new potholes appear on our local roads or existing ones become worse.…

With the hottest bank holiday on record we are now sure that summer is on its way! It got us thinking that with the hotter…

It isn’t something any of us ever want to think about, but the reality is that there is always a risk of being in an…

The ‘Beast from the East’ may have passed, but the winter is not over yet as cold weather persists in most places. Besides, it is…

So far this winter we have had every kind of adverse weather to contend with – from cold conditions, to ice and snow, as well…

If you are thinking of buying a new car you may have been closely watching the recent media reports around air quality and diesel cars.…

With the cold weather upon us and the Christmas season fast approaching, this is the ideal time for many to head off to warmer climates…

If you live in or near London you cannot have missed the news about the new toxicity charge, also known as the T-charge, which came…

It’s that time of year again when the nights draw in and you need to turn on the heating at home to stay warm. All…

There are lots of reasons why you may decide to apply for a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) for your vehicle. In the majority of…

There have been a lot of changes to battery technology over the past couple of decades, but people still believe the myths which have been…

Unfortunately, in life, car problems come at the most inconvenient times. Breakdowns can be hugely inconvenient and expensive. However, breakdowns can often be prevented by…

Servicing is an important aspect of car ownership and maintenance. In fact, most modern cars are now equipped with the capability to warn you when…

It’s one aspect of owning a vehicle that many motorists find confusing. When buying a new vehicle, car owners are under the impression (and sometimes…