Tag: cars
Mechanic always tells customers buy this used car type over SUV
Nearly two decades on, the SUV market is still showing no signs of slowing down, but one car mechanic has suggested that drivers should opt for estate cars instead
5 essential checks you 'need to do' when buying a used car
A former car salesman has shared five things to check when buying a used car and what to look out for.
UK drivers could face £200 fines for come action under little-known Highway Code rule
As traffic enforcement becomes stricter and roads more heavily monitored, motorists are being cautioned against making this potentially costly mistake that many drivers believe is just good manners
Brits warned over spare tyre mistake that could trigger police stop
Typically space saver tyres have a speed limit of 50 mph and provide less grip than regular tyres because they are narrower and have reduced tread, affecting the vehicle's handling
Everyone with a car 'should take this test every 2 years' but no-one knows it
The Government has pointed to NHS guidance recommending adults have their eyes tested every two years - but most people are unlikely to go for eye tests this often
Drivers 'lose' 500 hours of their lives dealing with car admin and maintenance
Motorists spend the equivalent of a full day each year thinking about service schedules, MOTs, and potential issues
Worst part of UK to own an EV named as £63m investment unveiled
The investment is designed to accelerate the move to net zero, back British manufacturing and create greener jobs, all the while lowering transport costs for families
Hugely popular EV with 500-mile range could be banned from £3,750 grant
The policy aims to support the switchover to electric and help the UK reach climate goals, but could limit Brit consumers’ access to some of the most advanced and affordable EVs on the market
Furious learner driver forced to travel 50 miles just to take his test
Until the backlog is dealt with, learner drivers must not only prepare for the practicalities of the road, but also the laborious logistical ordeal of booking a driving test
Driving too slowly could cause fatal 'Black Death' for your car, expert warns
Experts have warned that cautious, slow driving habits may actually be doing more harm than good
Brits warned over £2,500 fine and driving ban for ignoring important letter
Ignoring these notices from your manufacturer not only jeopardises the safety of all road users, but can also lead to significant legal and financial consequences
Huge car brand returning to the UK selling all EV line-up only available in four countries
The legendary manufacturer's return to Great Britain signals the accelerating evolution of the automotive industry, with petrol-guzzling muscle cars making way for emission-free automobiles
Simple car hack which could save drivers £590 as weather hots up again
Following these simple steps could save Brit drivers hundreds of pounds, especially with temperatures predicted to reach 39C in parts of the UK in August
UK government's blunt response as scheme to get people buying more EVs is criticised
After critics questioned the reach of the government's Electric Car Grant due to the ineligibility of a large number of models, a spokesperson hit back defending the initiative
Brit drivers warned over key change that risks spiking car insurance costs
Performance-focused upgrades can make cars more valuable, expensive to repair and potentially riskier to drive, with insurers seeing these modifications as an increased risk