Rubber timing belts must not be contaminated with engine oil, as oil can cause the rubber to swell, delaminate, and crack, leading to premature belt failure and potential catastrophic engine damage ...

Motorists are being warned to take extra care when shopping for used cars, as experts highlight a little-known engine design flaw that can leave vehicles worthless and saddle owners with huge repair ...

A mechanic has warned over a so-called "unfixable" problem on used cars. Dave Harrison, a mechanic at 911 Auto Repairs in Sheffield, has explained that “wet belts” could become the “next big scandal”.