SHOULD I GET ANYTHING EXTRA FOR MY CAR?

Although most cars can work just as well through the winter with out-of-thefactory parts, there are a number of things you could add to your motor to make the winter months a bit easier.

Winter tyres are a good starting point. They operate at a lower working temperature compared with all-season and summer tyres, allowing them to be more effective in colder conditions.

A homemade winter essentials kit is a great, costefficient idea too. Fill it with basics such as de-icer and an ice scraper for those mornings when things are particularly frosty, as well as some gear in the event of breakdowns – such as a high-visibility jacket, snow grips for shoes, a torch, as well as emergency snacks and a power bank for your mobile devices in case