Booking a summer holiday means packing the car and hitting the road — and a breakdown at the start of a trip can throw the whole day off. Here’s how to lower the odds before you set off from South East London.
Check the basics before a long drive
Tyre pressure and tread, oil level, coolant, and battery health all matter more on a long motorway run than a short local trip. A five-minute check before you leave can prevent a breakdown hours into the journey.
A fully loaded car works the engine harder
Roof boxes, packed boots and extra passengers all add weight and drag, which puts more strain on an ageing battery or cooling system than you’d notice on the school run.
If it happens anyway
Save our number before you set off. If you break down anywhere in South East London on your way out, we’ll get you back on the road — or safely home — as quickly as possible.
Recovery Car is available 24/7, wherever your summer plans take you from.