Self-reliance is as important as a good tow service. Link to these tips from our experts to MacGyver your way out of trouble:

Ready for trouble - Tom Neale

Steering without a rudder - Michael Keyworth

The ultimate jury rig - Chris Fertig

5 fixes you can handle - Mark Corke

Ultimate get-home stunt - Roger Hellyar-Brook

Pickling an engine - Mark Corke

September 2014 issue