The above picture shows an unchanged Gearbox filter on the right vs a brand new one on the left. Why do you need a Gearbox Oil change? Oil is an important lubricant in every car preventing friction in suspension and drive technology. Metal components in the engine, heat up fast and come into contact with…
Between 1st October and 30th November 2020 when you book your car in for a service, MOT or repair at GS Carcare you will have the chance of winning one of 55 prizes. All you have to do is enter the competition on the AutoCare website once the work has been completed. 55 prizes up…
Digital Service Books Many modern vehicles no longer have a physical service book. Instead the information is now held online with the vehicle manufacturer. GS Carcare have the relevant accesses to be able to update the online service history for many of the leading brands. These include Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover, Audi, Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda…
Why do my tyres wear out unevenly? Many people forget that your tyres are the only point of your contact your vehicle has with the road. With the many thousands of miles that we travel throughout the year, we need to ensure that our tyres are in top condition and are lasting us as long…
Does your car have regular oil changes? What happens if it doesn’t?? Here is a piston from a car that came in belching white smoke from the exhaust and miss-firing (top). Carbon deposits caused by not having regular oil changes have seized the piston rings into the grooves. This, in turn, has caused oil to…