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South Shields is close to the Tyne Tunnel at Jarrow, bounded by the A19 trunk road to the west. It is the largest town in South Tyneside, where 0.42 vehicle miles were travelled in 2021. Driving through the Tyne Tunnel on your journey? Don't forget to pay the fee online when you get home, as there are no longer any payment booths. If you're stuck without a car, local buses are operated by Stagecoach and Go North East.

Since South Shields is on the coast, cars in this area may experience a higher level of corrosion on key components, requiring them to be replaced more often. The bodywork starts to rust first; other parts most at risk include the brake callipers, nuts, and bolts. You can help to prevent this from happening by regularly washing your car, especially after a trip to the beach. Since rust spreads and eats away at metal components, it's best to get it fixed sooner rather than later. FixMyCar can help you find a bodywork specialist near South Shields.

Diesel engine repair jobs are often more expensive than petrol, although diesel cars are more reliable and economical over long distances. The main difference between petrol and diesel engines is that, in the latter, the air is compressed before the fuel is injected, while in the former, air and fuel are mixed first, then compressed and ignited.The most common problems experienced by diesel engines include a clogged diesel particulate filter, stuck EGR valve, turbo failure, worn glow plugs, faulty injectors and low compression. Due to the chemicals and processes involved, some jobs, such as DPF cleaning, may require a diesel engine specialist service. Many of the above faults have similar symptoms, so the best way to find the specific problem with your vehicle is to use diesel engine diagnostics.If you're experiencing issues with your car, we recommend finding a diesel specialist who can give you expert advice.