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Fleet & Van Servicing for Small Businesses: What to Know Bef...

Good van fleet servicing starts with knowing each vehicle's mileage, service history and workload. B...

Oct 05, 2026 • 5 min • 86 views

Winter Van Checklist: How to Prepare Your Commercial Vehicle...

A useful winter van checklist covers tyres, visibility, starting problems, fluids and a plan for dis...

Oct 05, 2026 • 6 min • 97 views
Van Service Intervals by Model: Ford Transit, VW Transporter and Vauxhall Vivaro Compared

Van Service Intervals by Model: Ford Transit, VW Transporter...

Van service intervals vary by model: a Ford Transit is usually every 12 months or up to 25,000 miles...

Sep 24, 2026 • 6 min • 181 views
Should You Buy an Extended Warranty on a Used Van? Pros, Cons and Cost

Should You Buy an Extended Warranty on a Used Van? Pros, Con...

An extended warranty on a used van can protect you from big repair bills, but it isn't always worth...

Sep 24, 2026 • 6 min • 126 views
How to Check When Your MOT Is Due: DVSA, Log Book and Online Methods

How to Check When Your MOT Is Due: DVSA, Log Book and Online...

You can check when your MOT is due in three easy ways: online with the free DVSA service, from your...

Aug 18, 2026 • 5 min • 212 views
The Complete MOT Guide: What It Tests, When You Need It and How to Pass

The Complete MOT Guide: What It Tests, When You Need It and...

Your car needs its first MOT at three years old, then every year after. You can check when your MOT...

Aug 17, 2026 • 5 min • 273 views
The 30-30-30 Rule for Brakes: What It Is and Why It Matters

The 30-30-30 Rule for Brakes: What It Is and Why It Matters

The 30-30-30 rule is a simple way to bed in new brakes: 30 gentle stops from 30 mph, with 30 seconds...

Aug 17, 2026 • 6 min • 250 views
Full Car Service Cost Breakdown: Why Prices Vary and How to Avoid Being Overcharged

Full Car Service Cost Breakdown: Why Prices Vary and How to...

A full car service bill is mostly labour, with parts and VAT on top, which is why prices swing so mu...

Aug 05, 2026 • 5 min • 278 views
How Much Is a Full Car Service in the UK? 2026 Price Guide

How Much Is a Full Car Service in the UK? 2026 Price Guide

In 2026, a full car service in the UK usually costs between £150 and £300, with the average around £...

Jul 21, 2026 • 5 min • 466 views
How Long Does a Full Car Service Take? What to Expect on the Day

How Long Does a Full Car Service Take? What to Expect on the...

A full car service usually takes about two to three hours, and most cars are back with you the same...

Jul 21, 2026 • 5 min • 308 views
What Does a Full Car Service Include? Everything Covered, Explained

What Does a Full Car Service Include? Everything Covered, Ex...

A full car service is a thorough yearly check-up, usually 50 to 80 separate checks. It covers an oil...

Jul 21, 2026 • 5 min • 373 views

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