Guides for drivers
Practical advice for when something goes wrong with your car, written by the people who come out when it does.
Breaking down on a smart motorway: what to do
How smart motorways work around London, how to reach an emergency area, what to do if you stop in a live lane, and how your car gets home.
Car accident in London: what to do at the scene
Your legal duties after a collision, the details you need to swap, when to involve the police, and how to get a damaged car off the road.
Car won’t start? The common causes and what to try first
Clicking, whirring or silence. What each sound means, the simple checks that sometimes fix it, and when to call for a jump start or recovery.
Electric car broken down or out of charge? What to do
Out of charge, dark screens or a warning on the dash. What to check first, what’s safe to try, and why an electric car has to travel on a flatbed.
What to do when your car breaks down in London
The first ten minutes after a breakdown, step by step. How to stay safe on London’s roads, what to have ready when you call, and who to trust.
Car stuck right now?
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