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Pros and Cons of Leather Seat Covers

There are many different parts that make up an automobile, and each component plays a vital role in making the vehicle operate correctly. If anything is broken or damaged, your car will not operate...

2021 UK Car finance trends

Is car finance becoming more popular?

With all the options for car finance ranging from personal contract purchase and personal contract hire to hire purchase, there is no doubt that it can be an accessible way for a driver to...

Hyundai IONIQ 5

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Review

Hyundai, along with its subsidiary brand, Kia, has already made a name for itself in the electric vehicle market, and the Ioniq 5 represents a clear intention to take things up a notch in...

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Try a Motorbike

Personal transportation is often essential because public transport is simply not regular and widespread enough. Most of us automatically assume we need a big, expensive, and energy-guzzling car to meet our travel needs but...

Motorcycle Tours 2020

Motorcycle Tours 2020

In this article, we highlight some of the best locations you can choose for a motorcycle tour in 2020. Before that, we are going to explore why motorcycle tours are so popular and such...

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Electric Cars, What You Need to Know

It may come as a surprise to learn that electric cars are not a recent invention, but instead date back to the early 19th century. They proved popular until petrol cars came along, which...

3D Gel Number Plates

3D Gel Number Plates

The 3D gel number plates are used by motorists to enhance the car appearance. Motorists with 3D plates in the front and rear of the car become the centre of attention on the highway....

Top 10 Prestige Cars to Rent

For many people, renting a vehicle is a matter of convenience, whether it’s exploring a foreign country, moving house, test driving a car to get a feel of it before you buy it, or...

Winter Car Checks

Preparing Your Car for Winter

Modern cars are far more reliable than they used to be, but they are not immune from things going wrong, especially if essential checks are neglected. As the nights draw in and the temperature...

Evolution of Hybrid Cars

Rising in popularity in recent years, you could easily mistake hybrid cars as one the latest trend of mod cons to hit our roads! With cars such as Toyota Prius taking place in popular...

Automatic Gears

Automatic Car Driving for Beginners

Automatic cars are becoming increasingly popular – but how do you do about driving one? You may well find that driving an automatic is a more pleasant driving experience than that provided by a...

Caravan Tyre

How to Reduce Tyre Overloading

We love travelling in cars, vans and motorhomes for the freedom and comfort they give us. And we love the fact we can bring lots of things along. But when we pack our lives...

The 2017 Citroen C4 Picasso

New Citroen C4 Picasso

Right now it is difficult to see a better practical family car hitting the roads than the new Citroen C4 Picasso anytime soon. In addition to being a stylish and attractive car, this is...

mercede e-class 2017

Best Cars to Lease in 2017

Leasing a car is one of the most flexible finance options, as it allows you to change your car every 3-4 years. If you enjoy driving a new car, now is a great time...

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What drives British motorists mad?

New survey shows what really drives British motorists mad Driving, it can be the best of times or the worst of times, but in this modern age of congestion and bad drivers it is...

Lexus sales records

Lexus Success Story

The Reasons for Lexus’ Growing Success and Popularity In recent times, Lexus has become Japan’s largest-selling make of premium cars and established themselves as pioneers in the luxury car sector. The luxury vehicle division...

Just Where Are The Best Deals on Wheels?

When looking to buy a car there is certainly no shortage of choice. The UK has over 4,900 franchised dealers plus many more generalists. Car auctions, internet sites and private ads offer even more...

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Valuing Your Car

Selling Your Car? Here’s How to Get the Best Idea of What It’s Worth. If you’re in the market to sell off your old car you have a few different options when it comes...