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Witham is in Essex, eight miles from Chelmsford and thirteen miles from Colchester, on the A12 trunk road between the two cities. Witham railway station is on Albert Road, and due to the number of residents who commute to London, it is one of the busiest in the country. Essex has many roads designated as country lanes, often with extra hazards such as uneven road surfaces, narrow lanes and potholes that could cause damage if you don't drive carefully.

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.