The change in seasons has seen temperatures drop as summer ends, with leaves turning brown and falling onto the ground. It is a favourite time of the year for millions of Brits as they unpack their warm jumpers and snuggle up in front of the TV.

But for motorists it can become a nightmare if they make one simple mistake and park their car under a tree, as autumn leaves could turn your car into a deadly fire hazard, a motoring expert has warned.

Graham Conway, from Select Car Leasing , explained: "The colours of autumn can be breathtaking, especially on a long drive in the countryside when the golden and brown hues of the foliage really come into their own.

"However, it's worth being aware of the risks of your car becoming covered in these leaves. In the most serious cases this could r

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