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Newtownabbey is north of Belfast city centre, served predominantly by the A8(M) and M2 motorways. The other main route through the area is Antrim Road (the A6). There is a Road Safety Committee in Newtownabbey, which meets bi-monthly at Mossley Mill. For electric vehicles, there are currently four charging stations in the area. Translink Metro operates most bus services, including a regular route between Belfast and Newtownabbey. The town is served by Whiteabbey railway station on the Larne Line.

A Low Emission Zone (LEZ) is in operation in Newtownabbey. It was introduced in 2008 and covers most of Greater London, including some sections of the M1 and M4 but excluding the M25. The purpose of the LEZ is to discourage the most polluting diesel vehicles from driving in London. Unlike the ULEZ, which doesn't operate on Christmas Day, this zone is enforced all year round. How much you pay depends on your vehicle - it can be between £100-300. Find out more in this guide.

Urban driving in Newtownabbey may reduce fuel efficiency due to increased braking and accelerating, which also places greater strain on your engine. Slow-moving traffic reduces the airflow through your car's radiator, making the cooling system work harder, so you should check the coolant level regularly and top up as needed. Your brakes and suspension will also likely wear down quickly as you navigate busy roads with potholes. Since driving in Newtownabbey can be tough on your car, following a regular servicing schedule is even more important.

Car alloys sustain damage when they are scraped or scratched, and they can also become corroded over time. This problem leads many people to ask: can alloy wheels be repaired? The answer is yes; car alloy wheel refurbishment is a service that restores an alloy wheel close to its original condition. Some mechanics also offer a specialist service called diamond cut alloy repair.During a car wheel refurbishment, a strong acid strips the lacquer coating on the alloy. If there is any corrosion, the wheel is usually sandblasted. A filler is used to fill in scratches and dents before the wheel is heated up and powder coated. Finally, a clear coat of lacquer is applied. You can find out more about how alloy wheels are refurbished in this guide.An alloy rim repair doesn't take very long, and it often works out cheaper than having a new alloy welded. Some mechanics will even carry out a mobile alloy wheel repair near you - this guide explains how much it costs on average.