Can you identify what’s under your car bonnet?
06 March 2023
Whilst many of us are guilty of occasionally ignoring dashboard warning lights, it’s important to know what’s under your bonnet, and how to carry out basic maintenance on your vehicle.
A concerning survey of 2,000 motorists by breakdown assistance provider Green Flag found that more than a quarter of respondents were unable to identify common engine parts.
Other findings include:
- One third didn’t know how to top up their car’s screenwash.
- One in five were unable to identify the dipstick used to check oil levels.
- 50 per cent were unable to identify a tyre pressure warning light.
- 43 per cent could not identify a brake system warning light.
Interestingly, this lack of knowledge results in additional costs during an annual service for 31 per cent of respondents, who leave all maintenance checks to a trained professional.
Head of Green Flag Katie Lomas reminded drivers, “Without regular checks cars can quickly develop faults that can be dangerous and expensive to repair. Although these checks are quick and easy, a significant number of drivers end up with unnecessary expenses because they would rather pay a mechanic to conduct this work.”
“In an environment where UK drivers are already under significant financial pressure, drivers can educate themselves when it comes to identifying warning lights and carrying out basic vehicle maintenance, to improve road safety and save money.”
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