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Rickmansworth is seventeen miles northwest of central London, inside the M25 motorway and outside the Low Emission Zone. It is served by the A412, connecting Watford with Slough; the A404 from Maidenhead to Marylebone; and the A4145, running east to Watford and west to Batchworth. Should you need public transport, Rickmansworth railway station is on the London Underground Metropolitan Line. The 724 and 103 buses stop at the station; the 320 goes to Hemel Hempstead, and the 324 to Garston.

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

Diesel particulate filters are crucial because they capture and store exhaust soot to help reduce your car's emissions. Since 2009, all diesel cars have been required to have a DPF.

Passive regeneration is the primary way of keeping a DPF filter clean. It happens when the exhaust reaches a high temperature, typically while on a motorway. However, many cars don't reach this stage often enough, making the DPF clogged.

Find out how to avoid DPF problems in this guide.

When do I need a professional DPF clean? This is a common question. When the filter gets clogged up with soot, a warning light will usually appear on your dashboard, indicating you need to arrange a DPF filter cleaning or replacement. Other signs include black soot coming from your exhaust and decreased fuel efficiency.

To solve this problem, you could look for a garage that will carry out a DPF clean near you or book a mobile DPF cleaning service. Find out how much it's likely to cost in this guide.