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Hints & tips

How to keep your car in top condition and stay safe on the roads – at home and abroad.

Whatever the season and wherever you travel, we want to help you and your car stay safe. Read our tips on summer and winter driving; get tips on driving in Europe; find out how to look after your car and learn what to do after an accident.

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We want you to stay safe on the road – especially on long summer road trips - so we have prepared some helpful summer driving tips, including preparing your car for long journeys, keeping the interior comfortable and driving with pets and children. You can also read about driving in Europe and view our winter driving tips.

Look after your car and it will look after you. Read our tips on keeping your car in good shape and find out how to be a greener driver and save money at the same time.

Steer clear of trouble with our tips to help you avoid car crime, deal with a hit and run and what to do in the event of an accident.

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Things to take in your car in summer


High factor sun block

Sunglasses

Insect repellent and bite cream

Enough bottled water for everyone travelling

Cold storage box with coolant packs for drinks and food

Suction-mounted side window blinds for rear passengers

Reflector shade for your windscreen when parking

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