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Ilford is on the transport corridor between coastal Essex and London, with the central railway station and the A12 linking the two. As of 2022, it is outside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, while all exits facing central London are inside the zone, including Romford Road. London Buses link Ilford to other districts in central and east London. If you'd rather travel by train, Ilford station is on the Great Eastern Main Line between Manor Park and Seven Kings.

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

Ilford 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.

Car suspension does a few important jobs. It maximises the friction between the tyres and road surface, absorbs the shock from speed and road bumps, provides steering stability and generally gives you and your passengers a more comfortable drive. Find out more about how it does these things in this guide to steering and suspension.The following symptoms could indicate you need to book a car suspension repair: drifting/pulling to one side after corners, continued bouncing after hitting a bump, a generally bumpy ride, and one side of the car sitting lower than the other when it is parked. If your vehicle is difficult to handle, there could be other issues at play, such as incorrect wheel alignment, which is why it's crucial to have the problem checked by an expert. Shock absorbers, leaf springs, coil springs and torsion bars are all suspension components that sometimes need replacing. Shock absorber replacement is one of the most common categories of repair carried out by car suspension specialists.