There are not many people who can honestly say that they have never, during their driving lives, succumbed to a moment’s road rage. You certainly risk significantly increasing the costs of your annual car insurance as well as gaining a fine and points on your licence if an accident or …
Read More »5 common car noises and what they mean
What sounds to shrug off and when to sit up and pay attention when your car ‘talks back’ A car, like any other modern machine that is an extension of the body – iPhones and laptops being the slightly more discrete kinds – still has a life of their own …
Read More »Top cars for students looking to make the most of their money over the long term
Times have never been tighter for students in the UK, with every penny absolutely having to work as hard as possible. And while it’s important for students to be mobile in order to get to lectures quickly and easily, the price of running a car can be quite prohibitive. Here …
Read More »Top 5 maintenance tips for your new car
If you’ve just purchased a brand new car, you will most likely be looking to ensure that it stays in great condition, looking perfect and running sweetly. In order to keep a vehicle in top condition, careful maintenance has to be performed throughout the year and owners have to be …
Read More »The rise of the supermini – where does the Peugeot 207 sit in this class?
The Peugeot 207 is actually one of the bigger so-called superminis that you can buy today, and in the UK new and used car market, the supermini segment (one up from the very small city cars) is the most popular amongst buyers. The idea with a supermini is that you …
Read More »Maintaining Your Car
In a world of hustle and bustle, mobility is important. Follow this guide to make sure you never compromise your vehicle’s performance. Check the oil level Oil is your car’s lifeblood, so it’s important to check it early and often to optimise engine reliability and efficiency. Check it at least …
Read More »Dodge The Boris Tax With New Green Cars
The London Congestion Charge is an unpleasant fact of life for the many motorists whose livelihoods necessitate them entering the City. It is an almost certain fact that this additional motoring tax will spread, like the bubonic plague, to other cities of Britain in the not too distant future. From …
Read More »What to look out for when purchasing a used vehicle
Given that new cars lose almost 40% of their value in the first year of their life, buying a used vehicle can seem like a very attractive option, and is certainly likely to be less of a hit on the pocket. Or that’s the theory. As with any purchase, and …
Read More »Car Picture Perfect
A picture paints a thousand words. This hackneyed old saying has been around forever yet it remains true, especially when selling a used car. With the rise of the internet as a sales tool buyers want to have a good hard look at a car before they start organising viewing …
Read More »Pick-Up Trucks: What to Look For When Buying
A pick-up truck is designed as a working vehicle and more often than not, the kind of work involved includes transporting heavy goods. Such a commercial role means that they will encounter higher demands than a normal domestic vehicle, or a business vehicle used for transporting personnel or small packages. …
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