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Jack Dreyer

Jack is the newest and youngest member of the digital team here at Kwik Fit, assisting with website and blog content to ensure that our visitors are kept well informed on car maintenance and to provide useful safety advice. He currently drives a BMW 2 series and, his dream car would be an all black Mercedes G-Class.

Likes

  • Sticking One Top Bins
  • F1
  • Biscoff Milkshakes

Dislikes

  • Unnecessarily Noisy Exhausts
  • Peanut Butter
  • Traffic

How to Clean Brake Discs

Jack Dreyer | Thursday 15th June 2023 11:00am

An auto technician cleans a brake disc using aerosol brake cleaner.

If you’ve never cleaned your brake discs, it could be a job that needs doing before it compounds into complicated, expensive repairs. Here’s how to do so.

The Differences Between Regular Tyres and Those Designed for EVs & Hybrids

Jack Dreyer | Thursday 15th June 2023 4:30pm

A close-up of an electric vehicle tyre with a banner reading 'The Differences Between Regular Tyres & EV Tyres'.

EV tyres are surprisingly well designed to meet all the new challenges of the still-nascent car category – here are the differences between regular & EV tyres.

Why Car Component Sounds are Purposely Designed

Jack Dreyer | Monday 12th June 2023 8:00am

Close up of a hand pulling open a car door handle.

You may be surprised to learn that almost everything in a car, from the sound of a button to the doors locking, is purposely designed – here’s why.

What To Do if Your Tyre Bursts While Driving

Jack Dreyer | Friday 9th June 2023 10:00am

A tyre has burst while driving, exposing the steel wires of the sidewall.

Having a tyre burst while driving is terrifying – but don’t panic. Gently press the brakes, control the steering wheel & pull over. Here’s what you need to know.

When's the Right Time to Scrap Your Car?

Jack Dreyer | Tuesday 6th June 2023 11:00am

Cars piled on top of each other in a scrap yard.

If your vehicle’s on its last treads, it may be worth scrapping it. But how do you know when’s the right time to scrap instead of repair? Read on to find out.




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