During the winter months, your car might need a bit more TLC than usual. One thing you need to stay on top of is your engine coolant.

Coolant, more commonly known as antifreeze, is a mixture of ethylene or propylene glycol and water, usually in a 50/50 ratio. Keeping it filled up is easy (like topping up your oil or screenwash), but it does require a bit of caution because using the wrong substance could cause irreparable damage to your vehicle.

We’ll talk you through how to do it safely and correctly. We always recommend looking at your car’s handbook beforehand, this will help you identify the specific type of coolant required and how much is needed.