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The main road through Thornton Heath is London Road, which becomes Thornton Road (the A23) at Thornton Heath Pond Roundabout, joining the A232 further south. There are several electric car charging points in the area, including Thornton Road and London Road. To find the best price for your car repair, you could also look at garages in Croydon since it's less than two miles away. From August 2023, Thornton Heath will fall inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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

Thornton Heath 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.

A glow plug heats air and fuel to ensure efficient fuel combustion in diesel engines. Each engine cylinder has a glow plug; even if just one is damaged, it will affect your car's ability to start, and you'll have to book a glow plug replacement. This guide discusses what happens when your glow plugs fail.Glow plugs can last up to 100,000 miles, although carbon build-up decreases their lifespan. Signs you might need to book a glow plug removal and replacement include black or white smoke, rough idling, engine misfiring and decreased fuel efficiency. Glow plug vs spark plug: what's the difference? They perform a similar function, but glow plugs appear in diesel engines, while spark plugs appear in petrol engines. A glow plug specialist can advise you on the best glow plugs for your vehicle.If you don't have time to take your car to a garage, booking a mobile glow plug removal service is a convenient option.