Top 10 Car Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid Over Winter Winter is a tough time for vehicles in the UK, and Worcester is no exception. Freezing temperatures, road salt, short daylight hours, and unpredictable weather all take a toll on your car. What many drivers don’t realise is that small mistakes, or simple neglect, can quickly…
Winter Is Coming: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Cold Weather in Worcester As temperatures drop and mornings get frostier in Worcester and across Worcestershire, it’s time to think about how winter can affect your car. Cold weather brings a unique set of challenges, reduced tyre grip, battery failures, frozen windscreen washers, and longer stopping…
Suspension, Shock Absorbers and Clutch Issues: What to Watch Out for This Winter Cold, wet, and uneven road surfaces make winter one of the harshest times of the year for your car’s mechanical components, especially your suspension, shock absorbers, and clutch. These systems take the brunt of every pothole, hill start, and frosty morning commute.…
Understanding Engine Diagnostics: What Those Warning Lights Really Mean You’re driving through Worcester, everything feels fine, and then a light flashes on your dashboard. Maybe it’s the engine warning light, the ABS symbol, or something more obscure. What should you do? Can you keep driving? Should you panic? At Lowes Garage, we carry out professional…
Tyre Safety : When to Replace and How to Check Tread Depth Tyres are the only part of your car in contact with the road, yet they’re often the most overlooked. Worn, damaged, or under-inflated tyres not only put you at risk of accidents but can also lead to MOT failures and fines. At Lowes…
Car Air Conditioning Problems? How to Stay Cool in Worcester This Summer There’s nothing worse than your car’s air conditioning letting you down on a hot summer’s day, especially when you’re stuck in traffic or heading off on holiday. Whether it’s blowing warm air, making strange noises, or not turning on at all, air con…
The Complete Guide to Tow Bar Installation in Worcestershire Adding a tow bar to your vehicle can open up a world of possibilities—from towing a caravan for a summer getaway to fitting a cycle carrier for weekend adventures. Whether you’re a tradesperson needing to haul equipment or a family heading off on holiday, a professionally…
Top Signs Your Car Needs Brake Repairs – Advice from Lowes Garage – Worcester Brakes are one of the most critical safety systems in any vehicle. Whether you’re commuting through Worcester’s city centre or heading out into the countryside, your ability to slow down or stop quickly is essential. But because brake problems often develop…
Why Regular Car Servicing Matters: Advice from a Worcester Garage Your vehicle is one of the most important investments you’ll make. Whether you use it for the school run, commuting to work, or weekend adventures, your car plays a vital role in daily life. But like any piece of machinery, it needs regular care and…