Car maintenance knowledge 'could save drivers cash'

Drivers who always make sure they take the time to search for cheap car insurance may find learning more about vehicle maintenance can help them save additional money.

According to Car Parts Direct, if auto owners were more aware about what goes on under the bonnet, they would be in a better position to get their motors through the MOT test first time.

In turn, this could save people valuable time and money.

Car Parts Direct issued this advice after figures from the Vehicle and Operator Service Agency revealed one in three autos fail their MOT.

Spokesman Mark Cornwall said just learning some straightforward techniques could prove useful.

He explained: "Something as simple as revving the engine before parking up for an MOT or adding injector cleaner to the fuel can be enough to ensure a vehicle passes the MOT emissions test."

Maintenance knowledge may also help drivers protect their cheap car insurance premiums, as it could put them in a better position to identify the kind of faults that might lead to an accident.

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