Thinking of buying a new car? The road ahead could be rocky thanks to tax rises coming in April 2019… If you’re using your own vehicle for work, you’re probably all too aware the tax it’s costing you. If you’re smart, you’re also on the ball about the tax it …
Read More »This taxi thinks it’s a log cabin
The world’s cosiest taxi has been unveiled in London featuring velvet seats, sheepskin rugs – and a roaring fireplace. To help Brits get to work on a chilly February day, the one-of-a kind taxi has been decked out to resemble a country log cabin. From the inside, it’s almost unrecognisable …
Read More »Double 110th anniversary for Bugatti
Legendary car designer Jean Bugatti was born today 110 years ago – the same year his father founded the iconic French company. Jean was the eldest son of Bugatti founder Ettore, and is one of the most distinguished figures in the company’s long and proud history. Not only was he …
Read More »Expert used car buying advice
New year, new car? If you’re thinking about changing your car in 2019, we have some top tips to guide you through the process. Follow this advice from Tim Shallcross, IAM RoadSmart’s head of technical policy, and you’ll be able to tell a trustworthy bargain from a troublesome money pit… …
Read More »Golden oldies top in-car feelgood songs
A new survey has revealed the UK’s top songs to make you feel good when you’re driving a car. Classic songs provide more of a mood-boost for drivers than modern day hits, according to the nationwide survey of 2,000 motorists by SEAT UK. Out of the top 10 songs to …
Read More »Fiat 500 to be a New York showstopper
An iconic Fiat 500 is to go on public display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York as part of ‘The Value of Good Design’ exhibition. The Fiat 500 F series, which was bought by the museum in July 2017, will be on show for the first time …
Read More »The real cost of car repairs
New research by a leading UK online car garage and repair marketplace has revealed the top five most common components that have to be repaired. According to data from WhoCanFixMyCar.com, brakes, batteries, wheel alignment, cambelts and exhausts top the list of popular jobs. More than half of respondents said they’ve …
Read More »All I want for Christmas… is an Audi TT
The popular Audi TT has topped a British drivers’ Christmas wish list. According to data from CarGurus, the online automotive marketplace, searches for the the TT have more more than doubled in December compared to November. Most searched for cars on CarGurus this Christmas Number Model Nov – Dec increase …
Read More »Drivers switching off radios in favour of podcasts and playlists
New research has found that one in six motorists now prefer to listen to pre-recorded podcasts, downloaded playlists or streamed music from their phones. Five years ago, this was the case for just one in 12 drivers, while only 11% now listen to hard formats of audio including CDs, compared …
Read More »Top tips for passing your driving test
As the driving test pass rate falls because of tough new real-world rules, Citroen reveals the top test tips. New rules introduced to better prepare learners for a lifetime of safe driving have made passing the driving test harder than ever with the pass rate at a 10-year low according …
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