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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Is it OK to leave an EV for 8 weeks on the drive?]( Posted by on 6 September, 2024 What would your advice be about leaving my EV on the drive for 8/9 weeks whilst we are away? [Read more →]( [Can I hardwire a dashcam myself?]( Posted by on 6 September, 2024 Is it wise to hardwire a dashcam to a car fuse box yourself or does it require specialist knowledge and equipment? [Read more →]( [Should I get a new MoT before I sell my car?]( Posted by on 6 September, 2024 I have a new car on order which at the moment is due in late October. My present car was serviced and MoTd in February for March 1st (2018) reg. As 6 months will have passed would it be to my advantage, with regard its value, to get a new MoT certificate before selling? [Read more →]( [What is the ratio of MoT centres to vehicles in the UK?]( Posted by on 5 September, 2024 Getting an MOT test as at when due could mean a long wait if you are unable to get a pass first time. I have been trying to get a retest, but they have no availability till a week. I did a quick check to see if I could get an earlier date elsewhere, but I was shocked when some said the next availability is in October, others even said early November! This got me thinking: how many MOT Centres are available, and how many vehicles? I did a quick check online, but the numbers were not steady. Someone said about 700 cars to one MOT Centre, but did not say if it is for daily, weekly, monthly or yearly. Secondly, what does it take to have an MOT test centre, including financial investment? I am a mechanic in training and a crazy car enthusiast. [Read more →]( [Is waterless car cleaning safe?]( Posted by on 5 September, 2024 Is waterless car cleaning safe? [Read more →]( [Why are people using headlights during the daytime?]( Posted by on 2 September, 2024 Why is there a plague of car drivers driving in good daytime viability using full headlights? This habit is a minor irritation with old fashioned headlights but is a massive issue with the dazzling potential of xenon and LED systems. [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW