Duffys Motors
Gateshead
2562 jobs completed
Gearbox specialist for 3 years before moving onto work at a number of different dealerships including Kia, Skoda, Audi, Fiat and Alfa. In 2013 I decided to fly solo and s
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Wilsons Auto Service Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne
1273 jobs completed
Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional
MIAHDRIVE / GERMAN CAR SPECIALISTS
Newcastle Upon Tyne
101 jobs completed
Welcome to MIAHDRIVE , GERMAN CAR SPECIALISTS - where automotive excellence meets dedicated service. Our skilled technicians bring years of expertise to every job, ensuri
Finn Motor Works
Newcastle upon Tyne
20 jobs completed
10 + years experience doing vehicle repairs ranging from cars to commercial vehicles, most of which I do mobile for the customers convenience. I offer a wide variety o
Westmoor MOT Centre, Bosch Car Service
Newcastle Upon Tyne
11 jobs completed
"Westmoor MOT is an independent authorised Bosch Car Service Centre in Killingworth. We have been offering an excellent customer service for over 15 years and offer a wid
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Gateshead has several major roads passing through it, including the A184 connecting the town to Sunderland and the A1 connecting to Edinburgh and London. The Millennium Bridge, a cyclist and pedestrian tilt bridge between Gateshead arts quarter and Newcastle's Quayside, is powered by enough electric motors to run more than eight Ford Focus cars. A clean air zone was introduced in the town in early 2023, so some vehicles have to pay to drive through the area.
A Clean Air Zone (CAZ) operates in Gateshead to improve air quality and specifically reduce public exposure to nitrogen dioxide, a pollutant produced by traditional combustion engines. This goal is achieved by encouraging the use of cleaner vehicles, such as EVs, and restricting high-pollution vehicles. Many CAZs charge drivers for entering them, though some are non-charging. Before driving in Gateshead, it's worth checking online whether you will have to pay for driving through the zone.
The head gasket is crucial because it prevents oil and coolant from mixing and seals the internal combustion process. It is under the most pressure of any engine gasket, and it can be expensive when it fails, so it's best to shop around.
Head gasket symptoms to look out for include white or milky oil caused by leaking coolant, white exhaust smoke, loss of power and water or a sweet smell from the exhaust. Blown head gaskets are usually caused by overheating, so keeping your coolant topped up is important. You shouldn't try to drive with a blown head gasket.
A head gasket repair is usually only a temporary fix, especially when you use sealant, and if the damage is too extensive, you may need to book a full head gasket replacement. A cylinder head repair is sometimes required if the head gasket has blown.
A head gasket specialist can advise you on the exact repair your car needs and how much it will cost. Read our complete head gasket replacement guide for more information.
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