Keep your screen wash topped up at all times
It’s the law. Make sure you use a good, premium screen wash too. Some people choose to use water or a mixture of water and washing up liquid. This is no good as they both off
In 1998, South African inventor Charl Fourie, invented The Blaster, also known as “BMW Flamethrower”
Due to the increase in violent crime, The Blaster was a flamethrower that could be installed on the side of the vehicle, to see off potential car jackers.
In Porsche, the ignition is located on the left-hand side
This is due to their heritage of the Le Mans racing. Positioning the ignition on the left allowed the driver to start the car, push the clutch and engage the gear more efficiently.
Remember to check your tyres every two weeks or so
Look for damage and check the tyre pressures too. Also, make sure your tyre tread is within legal limits. If your tyres aren’t fit for purpose, you could be risking a fine. D
In Sweden, all vehicles must have their headlights on at all times
During the daytime, you can use fog lights instead of regular headlights. However, you are not permitted to use multiple lights at the same time (e.g. fog lights and headlights).
Shop around and play dealers off against each other
Checking the prices of a car at various dealerships will allow you to find the best financial deal. Also, you can go to the dealers and ask them to beat their competitor’s pr
Your job title can affect the cost of your car insurance believe it or not
Obviously, you should put a legitimate title down but choose carefully. For example, describing yourself as a chef could reveal a larger quote than if you had said you were kitchen
Don’t auto-renew your policy before making some price comparisons
If your insurance is coming up for renewal remember to shop around for a better price first. Even ask your current insurer to match or beat the cheapest quote. Otherwise, you could
The average age of a car on a UK road is close to eight years old
Around a decade ago the average age of a car on a UK road was less than seven years old, but after the recession had hit, many preferred to hang on to their cars for longer.
Instead of purchasing a new car, consider buying a one-year-old car to save yourself money
The average new car retails for around £28,500. Once the car is one year old, with miles on the clock, it will cost closer to £20,000 to buy.