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- How can I get Apple CarPlay in my car? Many new cars offer head units with Apple CarPlay as an optional extra, so you can plug in your iPhone and start using it. However, if you have an older head unit or a system that isn't compatible with CarPlay, you may want to upgrade. We offer a range of car stereos/head units that include Apple CarPlay,…
- Replacement key fob batteries We offer this service throughout our stores for a cost of £7/€8.40, not including the cost of battery/batteries. However, it may be down to vehicle inspection as to whether we’re able to do this for your vehicle's key. Sometimes this is because the reprogramming procedure needs to be completed by…
- What is a timing belt and when should you get it replaced? A timing belt, or cambelt, keeps essential components of your car engine (the camshaft and crankshaft) working in sync. The reason the timing belt is so crucial is that any slight disruption to the synchronicity of these components can be disastrous for your car engine. Your engine’s camshaft…
- Halfords battery guarantee If you've bought a new car battery from Halfords, take a read below to find out all about the guarantee it comes with. Depending on the battery you've bought, it'll have a guarantee period of 3, 4 or 5 years. Have a look at the label on your new battery to find out how long your battery's guarantee…
- Choose the right battery charger for your car If you have a car in storage, or your car just won't start, you might need a boost from a battery charger and we can help you choose the right one! Car battery chargers plug into your mains electricity socket and attach to the terminals of your car battery. They can be used to charge up a battery that…
- Does Halfords make replacement number plates? At Halfords, we can create a brand new set of road-legal number plates for just £36. If you require only the front or rear number plate, we can make these for just £18 each. You can order your new number plates online, and they'll be ready to collect at your choice of Halfords store. You'll…
- How do I know what colour paint I need for my car? If you are looking to cover up a scratch or repair your paintwork then you'll need to make sure you can match it to the manufacturer's colour. Luckily car manufacturers provide a paint code to find the exact colour of car paint to cover up an unsightly scratch, you will need the following; Your…
- Find the correct replacement mirror glass for your vehicle We offer a handy way of finding the correct replacement mirror glass for your vehicle. Please click here and enter your car registration number and we'll find it for you.
- Exodus roof bars and boxes now part of Halfords Advanced range As part of ongoing improvements to our product ranges, our family-friendly Exodus roof boxes and roof bars have become part of the Halfords Advanced range. These new Halfords Advanced products offer the same incredible value and quality but with a new name. Here’s everything you need to know about…
- Car bulb types and the law You’re probably familiar with a lot of the laws that govern how we can use our cars. But what you might not know is that there are also laws covering the components inside them – including our bulbs. United Nations (UN) legislation details how each car bulb should perform. This includes: how bright…