It’s one of the most frustrating things about driving through motorway roadworks. Trying to keep your speed down to a steady 50 miles per hour, especially where there are speed cameras to catch out offenders. However, all this could soon be set to change. more info…
For many of us, driving is an inescapable part of Christmas. Whether it’s heading off to visit relatives or collecting the kids from yet another party, the festive season can really pile on the miles. With thousands of new and used cars on the road, and poor weather conditions, driving at this time of year can be a stressful experience. Why not cheer yourself up and keep passengers entertained with some festive Christmas music? more info…
For many people, Christmas means driving, whether it’s long distance to visit friends or relatives, or locally to drop off cards and presents. A combination of crowded roads, tired, stressed drivers, and poor weather conditions can make this a dangerous time of year to be on the roads. Take extra precautions so that everyone can arrive at their destination safely and on time. more info…
On December 1st the government launched its annual ‘Think Drink Drive’ Christmas campaign, urging people to seriously consider the hazards and dangers of drinking and driving. This year, the campaign is specifically targeting young men who drive new and used cars aged between 25 to 34. According to recent shocking statistics provided by the Department for Transport, over a third of all fatalities on our UK roads are caused by young men. more info…
There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to lease a car, like when buying new and used cars there are always pros and cons. We offer some practical advice from the motor trade industry on the positives and negatives of leasing a car. more info…
The UK government has recently published a consultation paper to limit, or possibly even end the epidemic of whiplash claims. If these measures are passed into law, insurers have promised to pass on savings gained by capping the amount of money that can be claimed in whiplash injuries, resulting in an average saving of £40 each year for all forms of motor insurance, whether vehicles are private, commercial or on trade plates. more info…
Motorists and insurers alike have reacted angrily to the insurance premium tax (IPT) rise, announced in the November budget statement. The IPT figure will rise from its current level of 10% to 12% with effect from June 2017, meaning that insurance premiums will rise and motorists will again be penalised. more info…
Dog owners are renowned for putting their pets first, and it comes as no surprise that this extends to the choice of new and used cars. Owners of larger dogs have some specific requirements which enable them to better care for their animals, both in transit and off-road; in this article we look at a number of the more popular cars and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) that frequently appear on these owners’ driveways. more info…
When we buy a car, many of us choose a second-hand model rather than a brand new vehicle which could be delivered on trade plates. New models decrease in value quickly, and a low mileage car on a previous year’s plates can represent considerable savings. more info…
A new report has revealed that drivers in the UK spend an average of 30 hours a year stuck in traffic. In London, Europe’s most congested city, the figure rises to 101 hours, while Greater Manchester is in second place with 51 hours. The report, by transport analytics organisation INRIX, places the UK sixth in Europe for traffic congestion, behind nations including Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands. more info…
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