Drivers left amazed to find out real reason for arrow on their dashboard – do you know what it means?

DRIVERS were amazed to discover the real reason for an arrow on their dashboard - with some going more than 30 years without knowing.

A TikToker revealed the new information on the platform - and it has the internet in a spin.

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Annie - who goes by theorytestpractice - starts her video by asking: "Have you ever got to the petrol station and you can't remember which side to fill your car up?"

She then adds: "Here's an easy way of knowing. Have a look at the picture on your dashboard of the petrol pump, you'll see an arrow next to it.

"This arrow is telling you which side to go to to fill up.

"If there isn't an arrow the hose of the picture will be either on the left or the right and that will tell you which side your filler cap is on."

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Many viewers were grateful for the tip and flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts.

One person said: "I had no idea normally I walk out the car to check."

Another wrote: "I had no idea normally I walk out the car to check replied thanks for telling me I always have this problem."

A third added: "I told my dad this a few years ago and he still thanks me for telling him to this day.

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"I literally saw it on a life hack video."

Annie replied to this comment revealing: "I don’t know why it isn’t common knowledge. I only found out after 34 years of driving."

It comes as we told how a kitchen essential can leave you car dashboard dazzling in just seconds - and it only costs £1.49.

Spring has finally sprung, which means many of us are starting to deep clean our cars after the winter sludge - here's one tip to help.

All the dust collecting on your dashboard can be spotted instantly as sunrays shine through the windscreen.

It can be a nightmare to make the interior of your motor look sparking, especially in hard to reach areas.

But cleaning whizz, @brunchwithbabs, says that wiping it with olive oil can be a life saver.

In a helpful video, the content creator explained how the household essential acts as a barrier on the dashboard against dust and lint.

But, make sure to wipe it down properly - and avoid the steering wheel so no grip is compromised.

A one-litre bottle of Cypressa Extra Virgin Olive Oil can be picked up at the popular supermarket chain Co-op.

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A motors whizz recently revealed a hidden button in most cars that can help drivers who are locked out of their vehicle.

The button is located inside the door handle and can open the door if the car keys stop working.

The woman took to TikTok to share the helpful trick and it has caused a stir online with more than 500 likes.

She shares some other tips before she makes the shocking revelation.

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Then she says: "The car key is out of power and the door cannot be opened, pop out the mechanical key, aim at the small hole under the door handle, pry open and find the lock.

"Put the key in and turn it, the car door opened."