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Shepherd's Bush is in London's Ultra Low Emission Zone, five miles west of Charing Cross. It is served by the A3220 road, which connects Clapham Junction with Ladbroke Grove, and the A40, which travels west to Fishguard. Other key routes in Shepherd's Bush include the A402, A219 and A4020. Westfield Shopping Centre has public EV charging points distributed throughout its car park. If you need public transport in Shepherd's Bush, there is a bus station on Ariel Way.

Urban driving in Shepherd's Bush 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 Shepherd's Bush can be tough on your car, following a regular servicing schedule is even more important.

Shepherd's Bush is in London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and Low Emission Zone (LEZ), both of which are designed to reduce air pollution in the city. The ULEZ operates 24 hours a day, every day except Christmas Day, and excludes the M25 motorway. It charges drivers of cars, vans, motorcycles and specialist vehicles that don't meet the emissions standards £12.50 a day. The LEZ also covers most of Greater London and specifically targets drivers of the most polluting diesel vehicles. It is enforced year-round, and the amount you pay varies. It usually ranges from £100-300 depending on your vehicle, and you can pay online. This guide explains everything you need to know about ULEZ and LEZ.

The clutch and gearbox work together in a manual transmission to facilitate gear changes, determining the amount of power available from the engine. Unfortunately, several things can go wrong within this system, requiring an urgent repair.Most clutches last at least 60,000 miles, though several factors, including your driving style, can impact this distance. Gearboxes typically last between 100,000 and 150,000 miles - find out how much a repair is likely to cost here.Common signs of clutch and gearbox failure include a limp, hard-to-press or sticking clutch pedal; grinding or clunking noises when you change gears; difficulty moving the gear stick; and clutch slipping, which is when your car struggles to stay in gear. Since these symptoms will only worsen with time, booking a repair sooner rather than later is best.Before you take your car to the garage, have a look at our ultimate guide to clutch repair so you know what to expect.