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Eve has over 3 years of industry experience, and excels in creating rich, user-focused content and collaborating with industry experts. Her main goal is to help readers improve their car maintenance habits by delivering engaging, practical advice. A dedicated learner, she actively expands her automotive knowledge to ensure her content remains relevant and informative. By staying up to date with industry trends, she can provide valuable insights that keep readers informed. Eve produces well-researched articles that can solve drivers’ problems quickly, using accessible language that both seasoned pros and new drivers can understand. Eve’s work has been featured in such publications as The Sunday Times, Fleet News & Money Expert, among others. Eve graduated from the University of Glasgow with a Master's degree in English literature in 2021 and brings her strong research and writing skills to every piece of content she creates.

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You should replace your timing belt every 40,000 to 100,000 miles to keep your car in top condition. Find out why in this article.

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To ensure you have good visibility of the road ahead, you need to use screen wash. Read on and find out what screen wash is, what it does and how to t...

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How Much Does Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Cost? (UK)

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Even the best drivers make the simple mistake of damaging their wheels – sometimes it happens through no fault of our own. Read on and find out ...

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How Much Does a Shock Absorber Replacement Cost?

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