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Strabane is served by the A5 road, which follows its northwestern border, travelling north to Londonderry and south into the Republic of Ireland. It is also near the N15 from Sligo to Lifford and the N14 between Letterkenny and Lifford. If you fancy a road trip, it's worth following the Sperrins scenic route around Ireland's extensive mountain range, featuring the Strabane Heritage Sculptures. Should you need public transport, buses in Strabane stop at Bradley Way and Canal Street.

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.