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A study released in 2021 named Slough the worst place to drive in the country, which is unsurprising since there are roughly 1,697 cars on the road for every 1,000 people. On A roads, the average speed is 16.4 miles per hour. Despite heavy congestion, Slough's roads are well maintained, so you don't need to worry too much about potholes. The Great Western Main Line serves the town, and the A4 also passes through. It is 20 miles west of central London.

Ticking and rattling are two closely related noises you might hear from your car. If you listen closely to where the sound is coming from and when it happens (while accelerating, for instance), you might be able to work out the cause.

The first thing to check is whether the engine oil is low, requiring a top-up - this is the best-case scenario. If your car is rattling and the sound is coming from the engine, it could be caused by a loose serpentine belt or timing chain. From the car's rear, it might be a loose exhaust or a broken catalytic converter, and the other possibility is worn suspension, which can cause rattling from the front or rear of the vehicle.

Possible explanations for ticking include worn spark plugs, knocking engine rods, dirty valve lifters and misaligned valves. You can learn more about these issues here.

Ticking and rattling noises should be taken seriously as they sometimes indicate a problem with the engine that could cause further damage if ignored.