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