How do I prove my No Claims Discount?
Tweet Many motorists assume that once they have received the initial proof of the No Claims Discount that they are entitled to on their car insurance they will have no problems when it comes to renewing their cover or changing insurer. Unfortunately life is not that simple! Research has thrown up a number of problems [...]
What to Test on a Test Drive
Tweet You’re standing in the car dealership looking at a shiny new car that you’ve had your eye on for months, years even. It looks fantastic – sleek and elegant, you can picture the envy in your friends and neighbours’ eyes as you proudly display the car outside your house. There is just one problem [...]
Replacing Tyres – Local Dealer or National Chain
Tweet When the time comes that you need to buy new tyres for your car, it can be difficult to find information about where to go for the best deal and top quality – so here is a list of the pros and cons of purchasing tyres from your local garage or a national retailer, [...]
Five Famous Motorbikes
Tweet Motorbikes are an ultimate symbol of independence and individuality. For over 100 years, they have represented freedom and the ability to travel solo, unencumbered. Here are five iconic motorbike riders: Marlon Brando “It still pleases me to be awake during the dark, early hours before morning when everyone else is still asleep. I’ve been [...]
My Love Hate Relationship with 4×4’s
Tweet So, here I am throwing my old Fiesta around country bends (she’s only failed me once, though it would be fairer to say that I failed her with my dreadful driving), but with this gnawing fear that the old girl is not going to see out the spring, I wonder whether it’s time to [...]
How Vehicle Tracking Devices Improve Driver Safety
Tweet Benefits of Trackers Installing trackers on your firm’s vehicles will provide your company with a wide range of benefits. Many companies decide to fit vehicle trackers to help cut fuel costs and increase customer satisfaction but there are also a number of ways a tracker can improve driver safety amongst your employees. To find [...]
Commuting Leaves Us Stressed, Tired And Anxious
Tweet Driving to work can be a pleasure, but more often than not it’s a pain. This is exactly what research from Allianz Your Cover Insurance has found; only 15% of UK drivers enjoy their commute. However this downbeat attitude perhaps isn’t surprising as the survey shows that the average commuter drives 7,130 miles on [...]
Safe Simple Steps To Buying A New Car
Tweet Let’s just say, for the sake of argument, that you have got some money and you fancy buying a new car. That’s all good but it won’t hurt to be reminded that there is a set of basic rules that everyone should stick to before letting heart rule head. It is all too easy [...]
Introduction To Used Car Warranties
Tweet It’s arguable that buying a used-car is a lot more stressful than a brand new one, despite the several thousands less you may be spending. With a new car, you know – or at least you expect – that everything is in working order and you know your new vehicle is under warranty for [...]
Restoring a Classic Car This Winter
Tweet It’s cold, dark and damp outside. You can’t do any gardening and, with the days getting gloomy at 4.00pm, the evenings appear to stretch into eternity. If you want to keep active during the long winter nights, how about restoring a classic car? You can pick one up relatively cheaply and slowly restore it [...]
