What is a car exhaust?

The car exhaust is an essential system in your vehicle. It is used to expel harmful gases and substances from your engine; without it, the car could experience a build-up of fumes.

Gases are pulled from the cylinder head by the exhaust manifold, at which point they are removed via the exhaust at the rear of the vehicle.

Can I drive my car with a blown exhaust?

You should replace the exhaust at the earliest opportunity. A faulty exhaust is not only dangerous in regards to gases and fumes, it can likely result in an MOT failure if not addressed.

What are the signs of an exhaust leak?

Signs of an exhaust leak include:

-Poor acceleration
-Uncommon smells while driving
-Increased noise from the engine