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Oxford is famously not a car-friendly city, though it has a strong vehicle manufacturing history. Morris Motors was established in Oxford in 1910, and it has been home to the production site for Mini cars since 2000. In 2022, A pilot Zero Emissions Zone (ZEZ) was launched in the city centre, meaning all petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles will incur a daily charge for driving in the area, and there are various other traffic restrictions in place.

Oxford has a Zero Emission Zone to cut carbon emissions and improve air quality. Vehicles that produce zero emissions, such as fully electric cars, motorcycles and vans, can use the zone without incurring a charge. However, all petrol, diesel, and hybrid vehicles will be charged for driving in the ZEZ between 7 am and 7 pm unless they have an exemption or 100% discount. The zone is signalled by traffic signs and enforced using numberplate recognition cameras around Oxford. You can pay the charge online.

Driving in cities like Oxford puts extra strain on your car due to long periods of idling and frequent stopping and starting in traffic. The parts most at risk are the brakes, cooling system and transmission. Manoeuvring into tight parking spaces and navigating busy roads can result in scuffed alloys and dented or scraped bodywork while driving over potholes can throw out your suspension. FixMyCar can help you find affordable repairs and maintenance in Oxford for all these crucial components.

If you have breakdown cover and your car fails, all you have to do is call the number of your cover provider and give them information about your policy and location. They will attempt to repair the vehicle at the roadside; failing that, they will tow your car to a garage.

Even if you don't have breakdown cover, you can still call a breakdown recovery provider, though this is likely to cost more since you don't have an existing policy.

Instead of trying to purchase regular breakdown cover after you have broken down, make sure you contact your chosen breakdown provider using the non-customer helpline. Read this guide for more information about what to do when your car breaks down.

Alternatively, a local garage will often offer the cheapest breakdown recovery call-out fee. Choosing the right roadside recovery option is essential, especially if your car has broken down somewhere dangerous, such as on the motorway. In this case, you should phone an emergency recovery service. Our tips for avoiding a breakdown may help you avoid this situation in the future.