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How to Make Petrol Last Longer - Without Spending a Penny

By Eve McPherson - March 21st, 2023 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

The article title above a traffic jam of red, silver and black cars.

As the cost of living crisis continues, we are all looking for ways to make a tank of fuel last as long as possible. With petrol prices on the rise in the UK, it can be hard to know where to start when it comes to saving money on petrol - premiu...

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What Is a Speed Awareness Course? (And What to Expect From One)

By Drew Hickman - March 13th, 2023 - 33Comments - Lifestyle

The article title over a close-up of the speedometer in a car.

Did you know that the minimum penalty for speeding in the UK is a £100 fine and 3 penalty points on your licence? If you are found to have driven above the speed limit, then you could also be asked to participate in a speed awareness cours...

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10 Things a Learner Driver in the UK Needs to Know

By Drew Hickman - February 17th, 2023 - 6Comments - Lifestyle

The article title over a driving instructor teaching a learner driver to drive a car.

Are you learning to drive? There here may be a lot you don’t know about the process. Everything from the cost to the mechanics of a driving lesson may currently be a mystery to you. It is worth familiarising yourself with all that learning...

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Top 10 Driving Games Of All Time

By Lucy Nother - January 11th, 2023 - 2Comments - Lifestyle

The article title over a man in his home playing a driving game with a console controller.

Driving games have been at the forefront of the video games industry since gaming consoles were invented – in 1974 Atari designed what is often regarded as the first ever driving video game: an arcade cabinet featuring a steering wheel and...

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What to Look Forward to In 2023

By Eve McPherson - December 23rd, 2022 - 2Comments - Lifestyle

2023 Spelled in Car Parts

As this year draws to a close, it is always nice to have something to look forward to. For the car enthusiasts among us, there are plenty of events, movies and tv shows to get excited about in 2023. First, let’s take a look at some of the...

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7 Best Driving Routes for a New Year’s Road Trip

By Lucy Nother - December 21st, 2022 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

The text reads the article title over a long winding road.

Our country has many beautiful spots worthy of seeing. A road trip is a perfect way to see the sights of the United Kingdom, and a fantastic way to start your 2023. Gather up some friends, check your car, and see the natural beauty of our countr...

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How to Get Your Car Looking And Feeling Its Best In 2023

By Lucy Nother - December 20th, 2022 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

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As the new year draws closer, you might be thinking about ways to get your 2023 off to a good start. No matter your new year’s resolution, ensuring your car is ready for the year ahead can be helpful down the line, as well as help keep you...

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The 5 Best Car Films to Watch This Christmas

By Eve McPherson - December 16th, 2022 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

The Car From Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

One of the best ways to get in the Christmas spirit is by watching films that bring you joy. That's why we've created this list of 5 films which you should definitely watch at this time of year, all of which are in some way related to cars or ro...

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A List of Cars in Famous Novels

By Lucy Nother - December 7th, 2022 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

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Cars are an essential part of our lives – it is only natural that they appear in fiction. But in some novels, cars are more than just something a character owns. They can be used as a literary device, to give depth to a character, and in s...

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What to Do if You Break Down in Your Car

By Drew Hickman - December 1st, 2022 - 0Comments - Lifestyle

The article title over a man leaning over the bonnet of his car, on the phone to breakdown recovery.

None of us leave the house planning to suffer a car breakdown. But whether we’ve pushed things too far playing petrol station roulette and run out of fuel, or simply been unlucky, breakdowns do happen. The most important thing to remember ...

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