No matter if you prefer manual or automatic gearboxes, seven-seater or two-seater cars, every vehicle you drive will have a unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). It is like having a fingerprint for your vehicle, as each car will have a different VIN code that can be used to identify it. What is a Vehicle Registration […]
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Having valid car insurance is a legal requirement for every driver and is designed to keep you and other road users safe. After you have purchased car insurance, it is essential that you don’t do anything that could restrict or invalidate your cover, either accidentally or not. If you do invalidate your car insurance, it […]
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With summer just around the corner, many motorists in the UK will be heading off the sunnier climes on a longer road trip to Spain. Whether you are driving to Spain or hiring a car in the country during your holiday, there are several things you need to be aware of. Here are some of […]
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When it comes to buying a new car, you are not only spoilt for choice with a range of manufacturers and models, but with the mass of optional extras too. As technology progresses, more and more manufacturers are looking for ways to add gadgets into their vehicles. However, is the increase in technology improving driving […]
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Last year, the average new car in the UK cost just over £33,000, a significant investment for most people. If you’re looking for a luxury car, the price you pay will be much higher than that. Which is why maintaining your car once you’ve bought it is so important and why going to an expert […]
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With an increased interest in the environmental impact the products we buy are having on the planet, it’s probably no surprise that more and more consumers are looking for alternatives to the petrol and diesel cars that currently dominate the automotive market. This is why we are seeing an increase in the number of electric […]
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Arguably one of the most popular and successful cars around, with over 35 million sold across the globe, the Volkswagen Golf recently turned an impressive 45 years old. On 29th March 1974, Volkswagen officially began production on the first-generation Golf, which was the successor of the legendary Volkswagen Beetle. Even those in Volkswagens offices and […]
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While the Chancellor of the Exchequer froze fuel duty for the ninth consecutive year during the last budget, the introduction of WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) and the increased use of electric cars, means that he may need to rethink this in the coming years. What is the fuel tax? Fuel tax, which […]
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Today’s cars are generally well-designed and well-made. They are safer to driveand less likely to break down. Which means if you hear strange noises, you need to pay attention. What to do if you hear a noise If you hear a noise you haven’t heard before, don’t worry. Cars aren’t quiet. Here, we look at […]
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Following on from our first instalment with seven essentials to store in your vehicle for emergencies, here are a few other essentials that are worth keeping in your car. Water Water is essential for keeping you hydrated, but it can also help if you need to top up the water in the radiator of your […]
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