Most drivers aren't trying to get it wrong?they've simply never been shown what actually matters.

In Simple Car Maintenance: How to Look After Your Car and Avoid Expensive Repairs, experienced mechanic Tom Fletcher strips away the confusion and explains car care in a way that finally makes sense. No jargon. No complicated diagrams. No expectation that you become an expert. Just clear, practical advice you can actually use.

From understanding what's under the bonnet to recognising warning lights, checking fluids, spotting early signs of trouble, and avoiding unnecessary repairs, this book gives you the confidence to make simple, informed decisions about your car.

You'll learn: • What to check (and what to leave alone) • How to spot small issues before they become expensive problems • What mechanics are really telling you?and what you can question • The everyday habits that quietly wear your car out • How to keep your car running smoothly without overthinking it

This isn't about doing everything yourself. It's about knowing enough to stay in control, avoid costly surprises, and feel comfortable every time you get behind the wheel. Because when you understand the basics, cars stop feeling complicated?and start feeling manageable.