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Car battery: how to tell when it needs replacing
Slow cranking, clicking, trouble mainly on cold mornings: the signs of a weakening battery, why winter exposes them and when to have it tested.
Car service: what's included and what isn't
Oil, scheduled filters, checks and documentation: a service follows the manufacturer's maintenance plan. Brake pads, tyres and worn parts are separate repairs. How to tell them apart before you book.
Vehicle inspection: what gets checked and how do you prepare your car?
What the road traffic office really checks at the vehicle inspection, when your car is due, which defects come up most often and what you can check yourself before the appointment.
Worn brakes: how to tell if pads and discs need replacing
Squeals, vibrations, pads under 3 mm, a lip on the disc. How to tell within minutes whether your brake pads and discs need replacing, and why waiting costs far more.
Marten damage to your car: why it happens and what to do
Bitten cables and hoses, warning lights, leaks: why martens get into the engine bay, what damage they cause and why to check your insurance before approving the repair.
Auto service and warranty: what the law says
In Switzerland you can have servicing and repairs done by an independent garage even during the warranty period, without losing it. We explain why the law (WEKO) allows it, on what conditions, and how long the common brands' warranties typically last.