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Motorists in the UK are being urged to keep a watchful eye on their exhaust emissions, as failing to spot a crucial warning sign could result in repair costs stretching into thousands of pounds. While a little steam is perfectly normal during colder months, continuous white smoke appearing in mild or warmer conditions tells a completely different tale and may signal that a major mechanical fault is developing. ‌

The usual suspect is a deteriorating head gasket, an essential component that maintains your engine's combustion chambers in a sealed state and prevents coolant from escaping where it has no business being. Should it break down, the consequences can be devastating: excessive heating, reduced performance and an engine that's essentially approaching its final moments.

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