Service and Parts

When our Renault Clio starts racking up miles or hitting those age milestones, the timing belt quietly sits there—like a ticking time bomb most drivers forget about. We’ve all been tempted to ignore it: “It’s still running fine, why bother?” But trust us, when a…

Choosing the correct engine oil for your Renault Clio isn’t just a basic maintenance task — it’s the backbone of engine performance, fuel economy, and long-term reliability. We present the most accurate, professional, and comprehensive oil guide for every Renault Clio engine, from early petrol…

Whether we’re gearing up for a cross-country weekend or simply doing our weekly commute, our Renault Clio’s tyres quietly do the heavy lifting. They grip, cushion, steer, brake, and—when we choose the right tyre size—help the Clio feel planted, nimble, and efficient. And let’s be…

Keeping tire pressure in check is a core part of maintaining a Renault Clio. When the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning light pops up on the dashboard, it signals pressure deviations or sensor confusion after routine maintenance. Knowing how to reset the TPMS properly…

When we talk about the Renault Clio, we're talking about a tiny titan in the supermini world. For decades, the Clio has been that “small but mighty” car that fits into narrow streets like a glove, squeezes into micro-parking spaces, and still gives us a…

Maintaining a Renault Clio requires more than just the regular oil and filter change — once the service is complete, resetting the oil service or spanner warning light is essential. That dashboard reminder won’t disappear on its own, and failing to reset it can make…

Modern Renault Clio models are packed with electronic systems designed to keep us safe, efficient, and aware of the car’s health. When a symbol lights up on the dashboard, the car is speaking directly to us — and ignoring it can mean the difference between…

When we talk about small hatchbacks that punch above their weight, the Renault Clio immediately comes to mind. It’s clever, stylish, efficient—and surprisingly roomy for its compact footprint. And today, we’re going deep into one of its most practical talking points: the Renault Clio boot…

When we talk about keeping our Skoda Octavia running like a champion, engine oil becomes the unsung hero of the story. Oil isn’t just a “fluid” — it’s the bloodstream of the engine, carrying away heat, lubricating every moving part, and defending against wear like…

Gearbox oil change on a Skoda Octavia might not be a daily dinner-table topic, but if you’ve ever felt a crunchy shift, a stubborn gear, or heard that unsettling whine from the transmission, you know this maintenance task matters. A lot. Today, we’re rolling up…

Maintaining reliable cold-start performance in a diesel Skoda Octavia depends heavily on healthy glow plugs. When glow plugs fail, hard starting, rough idle, and increased emissions follow. We’ve prepared the most comprehensive UK-focused guide on Skoda Octavia glow plug replacement costs, labour times, and parts…