When it comes to buying an insurance policy, the group having to fork out the most dosh is the same group unlikely to have cash to spare: young drivers. Now a petition has been submitted to the UK government, urging them to cap the cost of policies for 18 to 25 year olds at a maximum of £1200 a year. more info…
An announcement by the Ministry of Justice will dramatically affect the way that personal injury pay-outs are calculated, with the expected increase in pay-out likely to lead to significant premium hikes for millions of consumers. more info…
Voice controlled virtual personal assistants have been on our smartphones for a while now and have started to turn up on home audio devices too. Now, our cars look set to be the next frontier for the technology. more info…
Insurance companies have warned of a potential rise in premiums following the announcement of changes to the regulations governing compensation pay-outs to the victims of life changing accidents. more info…
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced a surcharge for drivers of cars with high levels of emissions, to be added to the existing congestion charge. more info…
When you have a car there are so many forms to fill in, and can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. One common problem with new and used cars whether purchased privately, or from the motor trade, is what to do if you move home. Many individuals do not know they need to notify the DVLA about a change of address. Below we explain why this is important, and the process for informing the DVLA about any change of address. more info…
Every day, hundreds of drivers of new and used cars across the UK are stopped by the police.
Being pulled over is never a pleasant experience. Our reaction is usually to wonder what we have done wrong, and panic a little. Sometimes we become angry or defensive when talking to the police, especially if an important journey has been interrupted. Understanding your rights and obligations when stopped can help you keep your cool and deal with the situation calmly. more info…
Tax changes for 2017
The way that vehicles are taxed is changing from 1st April 2017, with a new range of rates payable for different fuel types, engine sizes and carbon dioxide emissions. more info…
Driving is an area of huge responsibility in life: keeping to the speed limit, ensuring your vehicle is roadworthy (this applies to both new and used cars), and having a valid insurance policy are just some of the critical criteria of safe driving. One other factor you mustn’t take for granted is your health, and whether than impacts on your abilities as a driver. The DVLA has a list of conditions which if you suffer from, by law, you must notify them of. more info…
If a public consultation in 2018 is successful, it could mean that MOT rules are relaxed for new cars. Currently, a new car has a 3 year grace period before it needs to go through the annual safety and emissions test. However, in recognition of technology’s improving focus on safety standards, this could be set to change to 4 years. more info…
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