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It’s been an interesting two-year stretch for the UK car industry. Shifting trends in automotive buying means this year’s list of the top 10 cars could surprise some industry observers.&nbsp;With COVID-19 upending supply chains, ongoing semiconductor shortages, and the Ukraine invasion set to disrupt production further, 2022 is hard to predict. But there are some signs of what’s to come.&nbsp;The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says that more than 174,000 cars were sold in the UK as of 1st March 2022. That’s a 23 per cent increase over the same period last year. Electric cars are also on the rise, jumping 150 per cent and accounting for nearly 15 per cent of all new car sales.&nbsp;Diesel, on the other hand, looks to be on the way out. Sales sank by a whopping 45 per cent from the same period last year, accounting for just over five per cent of total sales.&nbsp;&nbsp;Some things have stayed the same though. The Vauxhall Corsa leads the pack again this year in terms of individual model sales, while the Kia Sportage sits in second place and the Mini Hatchback holds the third spot on the podium.&nbsp;While there’s still lots of time for things to change, here’s our list of the top 10 cars for 2022 based on the most recent figures.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">The top 10 UK cars of 2022&nbsp;</h2><h3 style="margin-left:0px;">10. Ford Focus&nbsp;</h3>Perennial favourite Ford Focus fell out of many top 10 lists last year, disappearing from the top ten off the back of a poor reception to its Vignale version. That said, the Focus is enjoying a bit of a renaissance in early 2022 ahead of an expected design facelift in June.&nbsp;The Focus has always been a critic’s darling and the 2021 model is typically rated on par with cars like the Volkswagen Golf.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">9. Volvo XC40&nbsp;</h3>This one’s been a regular feature on dealer forecourts since early 2018 and holds firm as a favourite with both reviewers and car buyers alike.&nbsp;It's worth noting that both the petrol and plug-in hybrid models have had a better critical reception than the XC40 ‘pure’ electric model. They're seen to offer better value for money than their EV cousin.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">8. Toyota Corolla&nbsp;</h3>Oddly enough the Toyota Corolla is only the second car on this list to be built here in Blightly. While it dropped out of the SMMT’s top ten in February, strong sales figures in January have kept it aloft for the year-to-date.&nbsp;The Corolla comes as a hybrid-only and it's been gradually finding a firm niche in the UK new car marketplace. Many reviewers have noted how much of an improvement it represents over the former Auris, which it replaced on Toyota’s 2021 roster.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">7. Hyundai Tucson&nbsp;</h3>Hyundai’s new Tucson has been a top sales performer and frequent fixture in many ‘best of lists’ since it launched in 2021. The good news and sales keep coming as SMMT figures indicate a strong start to 2022.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">6. Vauxhall Mokka&nbsp;</h3>The Vauxhall Mokka is the first car to feature Vauxhall’s ‘Vizor’ styling. Based on strong sales for the Mokka you can expect the firm’s new look to roll out across its range over the next few years.&nbsp;The Mokka comes in standard petrol and diesel models. There’s also the all-electric Mokka-e, which numerous awards last year in the Small SUV category.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">5. Kia Niro&nbsp;</h3>This one's been around a long time, but Kia’s legacy brand Niro shows no signs of losing steam. Strong sales in January and February suggest that the Korean car maker is doing just fine in sustaining a reliable supply of semiconductor chips for the car’s onboard systems.&nbsp;While we expect the current Niro to come to the end of its production life soon, Niro enthusiasts can look forward to an all-new model reaching British shores in the second half of this year.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">4. Ford Puma&nbsp;</h3>The Puma is another top performer, but its popularity began to wane at the end of 2021 after a sales surge in the first quarter. It's a similar picture so far for 2022, with strong sales in January followed by a slight dip in February.&nbsp;Car reviewers continue to heap praise on the Puma and give it top ratings in the ‘supermini’ SUV class.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">3. Mini hatch&nbsp;</h3>A strong showing in the first two months of 2022 suggests the Mini hatch could keep burning up the sales charts. It finished last year ranked third overall and has started this year strongly as well. It’s also the best-selling new car that’s made in the United Kingdom.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">2. Kia Sportage&nbsp;</h3>The Sportage fell back to second place after a slow start to the year, all but vanishing from the UK sales charts in January. Will the next round of industry figures push it back to the top, or will supply chains problems prove too much for growing consumer demand?&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">1. Vauxhall Corsa&nbsp;</h3>Holding on to the top spot again this year is the Vauxhall Corsa, after just making it over the finishing line in 2021 due to factory supply issues. For all its sales success, motoring journalists have found the car hard to love. Reviews are typically ho-hum for both the petrol and electric versions.&nbsp;Will its mid-quarter 2022 sales figures signal more good news for the year ahead, or will the current global upheaval bring new supply chain struggles?

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Want to know which cars are topping the charts in 2022? In this blog we’ll give you our top ten and explain how they compare.

A list of the top cars for 2022 UK | Bumper Blog

What Are The Top 10 Cars For 2022 

Congratulations to our Dealership of the Month for May 2022, North Oxford BMW.&nbsp;The team at Oxford BMW have been recognised with this award for providing an outstanding customer experience and using Bumper’s PayLater as a key part of their aftersales process.&nbsp;Since joining the Bumper network in May 2021, the BMW team has received non-stop, 5-star reviews on Trustpilot. Here are a few of our favourites:&nbsp;‘Clayton was excellent. Clear and helpful advice. More good experiences from the North Oxford BMW team. Will recommend.’&nbsp;- BMW Customer&nbsp;‘Very happy with your service works very well for me. thanks’&nbsp;- BMW Customer&nbsp;‘Great customer service'&nbsp;- BMW Customer&nbsp;Well done to Sean, Clayton, Michael and the rest of the team on your win!&nbsp;&nbsp;

The winning dealerships stands with the award

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Bumper’s Dealership of the Month award celebrates the success of our partner garages. This month’s award goes to North Oxford BMW.

Dealership of the Month May: North Oxford BMW | Bumper Blog

May's Dealership of the month: North Oxford BMW

Bumper has appointed Nick Squire as International Sales and Partnerships Manager.&nbsp;Nick will be responsible for strengthening Bumper’s position in Germany and Spain, as well as managing our expansion into further European markets.&nbsp;In his previous role, Squire headed up European and Global autoVHC programmes. With 20 years' experience in the automotive sector, starting as general sales manager at Ilkeston Co-op Motor Group, Nick is the perfect choice to lead Bumper as it takes its next steps into Europe.&nbsp;CCO and co-founder, Jack Allman, said, ‘We’re delighted to welcome Nick Squire to our fast-expanding team to spearhead Bumper’s ambitious growth plans across key European automotive retailing markets.&nbsp;‘Nick brings a wealth of experience to this new position having worked in the UK and international dealer sectors, including many of the markets we are targeting.’&nbsp;Nick Squire said, ‘I’m delighted to be joining Bumper at the beginning of its exciting international journey and introduce new dealer products into new markets.&nbsp;‘There is a huge opportunity to grow Bumper into Europe. Having worked extensively in Germany and Spain my initial focus will be to grow sales in these markets and build partnerships with key strategic partners, OEMs and dealer groups.’&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">About Bumper&nbsp;</h2>Bumper is an interest-free monthly payment option for aftersales purchases. Applications are processed online in just a few clicks and customers receive an instant decision.&nbsp;To find out how Bumper can transform your aftersales department contact our sales team using the <a href="https://www.bumper.co.uk/">partner sign up form</a> on our website.&nbsp;

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Bumper is delighted to announce we have appointed Snap-on's Nick Squire as International Sales and Partnerships Manager to oversee our European expansion.

Bumper appoints International Sales Manager | Bumper Blog

Bumper appoints International Sales and Partnerships Manager 

Aftersales

Whenever you make a big, long-term purchase like a car, ongoing maintenance and upkeep have to be considered. We know petrol and diesel cars cost roughly £1300 a year to fuel and fix annually, but what about electric vehicles (EVs)? Are they just as expensive to keep on the road? Does all that slick new engineering cost more to maintain?&nbsp;The truth is EV owners pay half as much on average to service their cars as internal combustion engine (ICE) owners.&nbsp;Why do EV drivers pay so much less than their petrol peers? Let’s take a look.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">How often do EVs need to be serviced?&nbsp;</h2>Like any machine in regular use, electric vehicles need occasional maintenance and periodic repairs. However, compared to petrol and diesel cars, the annual repair bill is much easier to manage.&nbsp;EVs typically require a twice-annually service check for onboard systems and tire rotations. These checks ensure the battery is maintaining optimal performance and the car is running as it should.&nbsp;After 8 to 10 years when the manufacturer warranty expires, that’s when to expect a sizeable bill for battery replacement. At current prices, a new EV battery can cost between £4,000 and £8,000. In time however, industry analysts expect the price of battery technology to drop significantly as mass production finds new efficiencies and cost-effective innovations.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Why do EVs cost so much less to service?&nbsp;</h2>Electric cars eliminate monthly spending on petrol fill-ups and reduce the amount of carbon being sent into the atmosphere. They also come with other built-in savings over ICE cars.&nbsp;EVs have only a fraction of the moving parts that ICE vehicles do. That naturally reduces maintenance and repair costs over the lifetime of the car because there are fewer parts subject to constant friction, pressure, and stress. There are no oil changes to factor in, no spark plugs that need replacing, and no expensive emissions controllers like catalytic converters to worry about. And did we mention the savings on petrol? Most UK drivers spend about £1200 annually to fuel their cars.&nbsp;Electric cars also use a system called ‘regenerative’ braking, which allows the car to recover energy when the vehicle slows down and send it back into the battery. That provides an instant boost to EVs energy efficiency, and it dramatically reduces wear and tear on mechanical braking systems, reducing the need for new brakes, pads, and calipers over time.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Smart maintenance&nbsp;</h2>Electric car manufacturers like BMW and Hyundai are creating “smart maintenance” systems within the vehicles to guide when maintenance happens and what needs fixing. They’ve realised that EVs come with so many sensors and data capture opportunities that the car itself can tell you when it needs servicing. At some point in the future, smart maintenance may even replace manufacturer-mandated service schedules, ensuring that drivers get their cars to the shop when required but also ensuring that only the components that need attention are replaced, rather than rely on an arbitrary schedule to replace everything on a pre-set list.&nbsp;For drivers, an electric car service is much the same experience as an ICE car service. You still have to make an appointment, take the car in, let a mechanic give it a thorough check-through, fix any issues, then return to the garage to collect it. Only qualified EV mechanics, however, can service an electric vehicle.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">What does an EV service visit involve?&nbsp;</h2>If your car doesn't have smart maintenance capability, then regularly scheduled manufacturer service visits are a must. Many of the elements are the same as you'd have with an ICE vehicle, like checking steering, brakes, suspension, tyres, and lights. Of course, EVs also have their own particular systems to consider:&nbsp;Checking on exterior charging cables and charging points. Any damage to these or malfunction could slow down charging or stop the battery from charging at all.&nbsp;Visually inspecting all internal high-voltage connections and cables. Damaged internal cables could also create issues that affect charging&nbsp;Wheel rotations to identify indications of brake binding. This occurs when EV brake pads fail to release properly, which mechanics call “binding” of the discs. If it happens it will affect braking distance and steering control.&nbsp;Checking coolant levels for the inverter. In EVs this is an essential check because coolant regulates the electric motor temperature.&nbsp;Finally, EV mechanics will download all diagnostic data from the EV’s onboard computer and analyse it for performance issues.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Greener, and cheaper (long term)&nbsp;</h2>When it comes to annual servicing, electric cars are the cheapest on the market.&nbsp; Their relative lack of moving parts is a real benefit compared to ICE vehicles. On the other hand, they cost as much and sometimes more than their ICE equivalents, depending on the make and model.&nbsp;Just like any car, it is important to have EVs serviced at the manufacturer’s recommended intervals in order to drive them safely and meet required standards. In some cases, electric cars let you go longer between service visits than a petrol or diesel car. In other cases, the manufacturer might recommend a more frequent servicing schedule. Check before you buy and factor that into your overall monthly driving budget.&nbsp;

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Electric cars are all the rage but does all that cool technology come with a hefty annual maintenance bill?

How Often Do Electric Cars Need to Be Serviced? | Bumper Blog

How often do electric cars need to be serviced? 

The average used car driver spends around £1,300 annually on car maintenance and repairs. That includes petrol — no surprise there — but also repairs and breakdowns. On a monthly basis most people pay between £65 and £68 on fuel and between £30 and £35 on trips to the mechanic.&nbsp;Of course, those are just averages and repairs can be very expensive for an unlucky few. A study by WarrantyWise found that the average repair bill for an unexpected fix is close to £600. The more upscale the brand, the more it costs to fix.&nbsp;If your used car still has some time left on the original manufacturer's warranty, then you’ll still be on their schedule of standard maintenance packages and cover. For most used car owners however, the warranty has already expired, so you have to pay for each service and part individually.&nbsp;There are things you can do to make surprise car repair bills less likely. There are <a href="https://www.bumper.co.uk/">car repair finance</a> options like ours that you can turn to, but regular upkeep of your used car is the best way forward.&nbsp;&nbsp;Let’s take a look at what that means in practice.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Keep up with the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule&nbsp;</h2>Even if your used car is out of warranty, the manufacturer’s recommended service schedule is worth sticking to. Too many drivers try and save money on maintenance by delaying periodic service visits. New car or used, experts say that any savings you gain are short-term at best. Waiting too long between mechanic visits lets small problems escalate into big ones. And with a used car, there naturally tends to be more small problems.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Keep your car clean&nbsp;</h2>Maing sure your used car’s body and underside are cleaned regularly will help keep grime and grit from accumulating around moving parts. It will also minimise scratches and other damage to your paint job, glass, and mirrors. Studies have shown that British drivers spend around £60 a year taking their car in to the car wash. Pro tip: a car’s normal lifespan is seven to eight years. If you wash your car at home you could save slash £800 from your maintenance costs over that period.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Drive your used car carefully&nbsp;</h2>Getting more life out of your used car could be as easy as treating it with more care. Your brakes, tyres, clutch and transmission will all last you longer if chill out a bit and don’t stress your systems and components to the max. Being nice to your motor is easier than you think.&nbsp;&nbsp;Start with simple changes. For example, don’t keep your foot pressed down on the clutch after you change gears. If you do the clutch won’t fully re-engage, which could cause the plates in the gearbox shaft to slip. Over time that will cause major damage to your transmission which will be expensive to fix.&nbsp;&nbsp;Another thing you can do is steer clear of bumps and potholes. Your car’s suspension, underside, and tyres can all be damaged by flying over imperfect roads at high speed. What you’ll end up with is a <a href="https://www.bumper.co.uk/">painfully expensive repair bill</a> — all of which could be avoided by taking it slow.&nbsp;Finally, keep an eye on what’s coming down the road. Watch for potential collisions and brake gradually as required. Easing on the brakes will keep discs and brake pads from wearing out before their normal lifespan expires. If you brake hard all the time it creates more friction and wears down component materials faster.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Make your next car electric&nbsp;</h2>Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity and that means there’s also a growing market in used EVs. Lower repair costs are part of the attraction. Along with being more sustainable, e-cars are rightly hailed for being cheaper to maintain. Their motors contain fewer moving parts. And perhaps most importantly, charging an electric vehicle is significantly cheaper than filling a tank with diesel or petrol.&nbsp;The latest industry research shows that electric cars are about 25 per cent cheaper to maintain than cars with a traditional petrol-fired internal combustion engine. On average, that equates to savings of about £300 annually.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Fix what you can yourself&nbsp;</h2>If you’re willing to sit through a few YouTube videos and learn how to handle basic car maintenance, you can save a lot of money every year by keeping your used car away from the mechanic’s and doing smaller repairs, simple replacements like filters, and fluid top-ups yourself.&nbsp;When you take your used car into a garage, you’re paying for parts and labour. In many cases, a bit of shopping around will locate the same parts for less than what the mechanic is going to charge you for them. Learning how to do straightforward fixes like oil changes can save you hundreds of pounds annually.&nbsp;

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How much should you be spending each year on servicing your used car? Here’s what to expect, and how to keep costs down.

What Is the Average Cost to Repair a Used Car in the Uk? | Bumper Blog

What is the average cost to repair a used car?

Those of us who rely on our car to get to work or manage the school run know just how disruptive unexpected repairs can be. Leaving your motor at a garage for an oil change is bad enough, but what if you have a breakdown or your MOT finds a major issue?&nbsp;&nbsp;You know it's going to cost a lot. And let’s face it — you probably haven't set money aside for it.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you’re in this situation, a car repair loan can be a great way to finance the bill. But what if you're credit rating isn't great. Can you still get a loan?&nbsp;The good news is: ‘probably yes’. Let’s take look at what a car repair loan entails, and what lenders expect in terms of creditworthiness&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">What is a car repair loan?&nbsp;</h2>It’s a loan or credit line designed specifically to cover car repairs. Most of the lenders specialising in car repair loans recognise that major repairs often land without warning, so they make sure they have a solution.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">But what if my credit rating is poor?&nbsp;</h2>Any lender offering financing would prefer that a customer has good credit, however, car repair lenders offer loans for people with poor credit too. You may have to pay higher fees or take on a less attractive interest rate, but on the upside, you’ll be able to pay your bill and keep your car on the road.&nbsp;It's also worth looking into the car repair loans now being offered by manufacturers. Just bear in mind that not every dealership signs up to participate. And when they do, you may have to go in person to complete an application.&nbsp; &nbsp;After that, the number of payments you can spread the cost over are often restricted to two or three. For repair jobs above £2,000, the approval processes and credit checks can be more stringent.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">A better option&nbsp;</h2>As digital technologies continue to transform how we buy and pay for services, 'buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) platforms are giving consumers more options to pay for things flexibly.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the automotive sector, <a href="https://www.bumper.co.uk/">Bumper</a> is the leading BNPL platform. We let you split a hefty repair bill into smaller, easy-to-manage, interest-free payments.&nbsp;It’s easy, and it works like this:<ol style="list-style-type:decimal;"><li>Enter your vehicle registration number and postcode&nbsp;</li><li>Select a local repair centre from our network&nbsp;</li><li>Complete a simple credit application for up to £5,000&nbsp;</li><li>Receive your unique Bumper Code&nbsp;</li><li>Book your appointment&nbsp;</li><li>The whole process takes a matter of minutes&nbsp;</li></ol>When agreeing the cost of the repairs, just give your garage the Bumper Code. They’ll send a link to your smartphone, where you can choose how you want to spread out the payments. Pick the number of months and fix a date to complete the payments. You can even use Apple Pay or Google pay to set it up.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bumper ensures that you never pay more for servicing or repairs when spreading the cost. And the maximum credit limit you’ve been offered is never shared with the garage.&nbsp;So, if car repairs suddenly become a necessity, consider your financing options.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Take the worry out of unplanned repairs&nbsp;</h2>At Bumper we’re committed to giving car owners more financial flexibility by taking the worry out of unexpected car repair costs and helping bring the automotive aftermarket into the digital age.&nbsp;Want to learn more? Visit our <a href="https://www.bumper.co.uk/howitworks">How It Works</a> page and try the online calculator.&nbsp;

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When a big car repairs bill lands and you need financing to pay it, lenders have options for everyone. A poor credit rating probably won't disqualify you. We explain why.

Will I qualify for a car repairs loan if my credit rating is poor? | Bumper Blog

Can you get car repair financing with bad credit? 

Cars can be a blessing and a curse. It's all plain sailing one day, then a new squeak or rattle arrives to ruin the mood.&nbsp;Knowing the common problems UK drivers face from month to month and knowing how to address them can save you stress and money. If you have a pretty good idea what’s causing a problem, you’ll be better able to decide if fixing it can wait for a week or two, or if it needs urgent attention.&nbsp;Most car issues in the UK are well-known and experienced by every driver at one time or another. The good news is that most of them aren’t serious, they do, however, serve as a warning that more serious problems might be coming down the road.&nbsp;&nbsp;Here are the most common car problems and what you can do about them.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Squeaking Brakes&nbsp;</h2>This is common in most British cars. You’re driving down the motorway and notice a squeak when braking. This could be due to issues with pads and rotors, or calipers and frames. Don't just turn the radio up and drown out the sound. Have your brakes checked by a professional ASAP.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Suspension&nbsp;</h2>If you’ve noticed your car ride is bumpier than usual, it might be an issue with your shock absorbers or springs. Your shocks are responsible for ensuring smooth rides, reliable vehicle handling, and longer tyre life. If they wear out, you might notice a loss of vehicle control and general drivability issues. If it takes longer to stop, or you notice uneven tyre wear, get it checked.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Ignition System&nbsp;</h2>The ignition system includes the car’s battery, starter, and the ignition button or key assembly on the steering column or dashboard. If any of those components aren’t 100% ship shape, the engine won't turn over or you’ll be at risk of engine failure while you're driving. &nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Flat Tyres&nbsp;</h2>Everyone knows you need well-inflated tyres with good treads that are suited to the season and weather. Without those basics, you can degrade steering control and sacrifice fuel efficiency. That's why it's essential to get your tyres looked at whenever you run over a sharp object like a chunk of broken glass. If you notice a leak or the tyres look worn out, don’t wait. Get them patched or replaced.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Failed Alternator&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>The alternator is responsible for keeping the flow of electricity throughout the car’s systems in balance after the car has started. It also keeps the battery at the right charge level, so it remains in good condition. If the alternator fails, your battery will run out of juice prematurely and you’ll likely notice problems at startup. To avoid an alternator fault, you should have it checked regularly. When issues are found, it's best to replace the alternator and avoid the risk of a bigger problem occurring later.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Too Much Play with the Steering Wheel&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>Sometimes your car’s steering wheel can start to wobble or shake when you’re driving. If it happens when you’re driving at speed on the motorway, it often indicates a problem with the tyre or wheel balance. The best way to discover the cause is to have the car checked by a professional.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Leaking Radiator&nbsp;</h2>The radiator keeps the car engine at the right temperature, so leaking fluid can lead to overheating and breakdown in engine oil viscosity. Rust is usually the cause of radiator leaks, though they can also be caused by poor maintenance, manufacturing defects, or poor-quality engine fluids. When a leak happens, it's normally better to replace a radiator rather than rely on a patch.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Worn Out Spark Plugs&nbsp;</h2>While technological improvements have made failed spark plugs a less common issue than they used to be, old or defective plugs still cause problems. They can still stop your car from starting or running, while damaged connectors can cause other problems with the car’s electrical systems.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Engine Failure&nbsp;</h2>An engine that simply won’t run is obviously a major problem. It’s also a fairly common occurrence that could be caused by any number of component or system failures. You’ll need a qualified mechanic to tell you for sure what’s happened and what can be done to get you back on the road again.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Unexplained Warning Light&nbsp;</h2>Seeing the warning light come on can be one of the most frustrating facets of owning a car. It can be caused by a myriad of issues, and sometimes comes on when there isn't any other mechanical symptom to indicate you have a problem. There is a long list of warning codes to check when the warning light starts shining so get it checked by a professional mechanic to find the root cause.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Dead Battery&nbsp;</h2>Most car batteries last for between two and three years, but batteries dying before their time is a frustratingly common occurrence. If your car sits unused for long periods, the battery can simply lose its charge since it isn’t being replenished normally by the engine.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Transmission Failure in Automatics&nbsp;</h2>If you keep to your car’s recommended maintenance schedule and address any other issues as they arise, the automatic transmission in today’s vehicles is normally good for 200,000km or more. Automatic transmissions use hydraulic components and nave numerous gaskets and seals that can be damaged by dirt or leaks. When that happens, the transmission can slip or cease running smoothly.&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Small fixes now stop big fixes later&nbsp;</h2>Small issues tend to get worse over time, but the good news is that small and cost-effective repairs now can stop you from paying thousands on a major repair bill later — you just need to catch the issue early. Keep your car in good condition and keep your and your family safe on the road.&nbsp;

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In this blog we explain the car problems faced most frequently by UK drivers and what you can do to avoid them.

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