SIX DASHBOARD LIGHTS YOU SHOULD NEVER IGNORE

Surprisingly, only 7% of Brits can recognise and describe the meaning of each warning light on their car dashboard, whereas 46% of drivers admit to ignoring these flashing signals altogether.
However, since warning lights are designed to alert you when there's something wrong with your car, being aware of what every light signifies is crucial to stay safe on the road.

Low engine oil or low oil pressure

This peculiar red warning light resembling a magic lamp is known as the 'low engine oil' or 'low oil pressure' light. It tends to come on when the oil temperature is too high, or the oil level or pressure is too low.

In either situation, the most sensible thing to do is to stop the car as soon as it's safe.

When the old-fashioned oil can symbol switches on, turn off the engine as soon as possible. In fact, if the oil isn't lubricating the engine properly, it can cause severe damage to your motor and lead to a very expensive trip to the garage.

Once you've turned off the engine, have a look for any oil leaks under the car and check your oil levels using the dipstick. In some cases, you can fix the issue by simply topping up the oil. But if the warning light stays on, you may have to call your breakdown provider, as driving any further can aggravate the problem.

Battery charge

A battery symbol with a plus and minus on each side will show if your car battery is not charging as it should. There may be several reasons for this, including a faulty battery, a faulty alternator, or a poor electri...