For years they were the butt of jokes amongst drivers. But as a new generation of electric cars charges into showrooms, and British drivers prepare for a ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars, from 2040, sales of electric cars have been given a jump-start. In early 2014, an average of just 500 […]
How to stay safe on the road
When we’re asked, the majority of us think we’re decent drivers. But there’s more to staying safe in our car than simply avoiding contact with other road users. These tips are aimed at helping all car owners reach their destination as safely as possible every time they hit the road. Ensure your car is fit […]
Is it worth paying more for premium or ‘super’ fuel?
In a world where fast food restaurants want diners to super-size, airlines would prefer you to book business class, and car dealers try to sting you for extras, it’s not surprising fuel companies offer an ‘upsell’ to drivers: premium fuel. Posh versions of unleaded and diesel fuel are available from most branded and supermarket […]
Prevent MOT failure and get your car through its test
When cars get to three years old they must take the government’s annual MOT roadworthiness test. Every year around four in every 10 cars fail this, yet the government claims around half of all failures could be easily prevented. Although garages frequently don’t charge for retests when it’s just a minor fault, having garages fix […]
How to scrap a car and save money
It’s a fact that many of us will have to scrap a car at some point in our motoring lives. Not all cars grow old gracefully. Many may have failed their MOT or be plagued by more misfires and maladies than Mr Bean’s Mini. At which point the cost of having them repaired to keep […]
How to protect a car’s alloy wheels from damage
A beautifully presented alloy wheel can finish off a car like a freshly polished brogue completes a suit or perfectly arranged window boxes give a house the edge over neighbouring properties. Unfortunately, as most drivers know from experience, alloy wheel damage is a very real problem. Parking scrapes from unforgiving kerb stones, shocks from potholes […]