Advice & tips

If you have a driving licence, you know how to drive, but if you think that the process of learning to drive ends when the driving instructor tells you you’ve passed, you’re very much mistaken. We’re all learning to drive every time we get…

Upgrading with a rear spoiler is not just about smartening up your car. It may look sleek and stylish, but it’s more than just that. Every car enthusiast will agree if we say that spoilers have their own purpose. That’s why you have to be…

Cars are expensive items to own and maintain. After the initial purchase, the cost of insurance, gas, regular maintenance, and tires amounts to significant ongoing expenses. When the car breaks down or needs new tires and public…

If you don’t know what a catalytic converter is, you need not lose sleep over it. The technology isn’t new and it’s present on virtually every car on the road today but there’s no real reason why catalytic converters should be at the…

​When searching for a used car to buy, you will almost certainly have come across the term ‘HPI Check’ or ‘HPI clear’, but what do these actually mean? There are always certain risks when buying a used car, you will probably see any…

Organization is key in any business and running your own dealership is by no means an exception to this rule. Not only does this help your employees and salespeople to operate more efficiently but it also helps when prospective buyers are…

Most people prefer used cars over new cars. Their reasons differ. Some believe that new cars are expensive and that they can only afford their dream cars when purchasing the used models.  However, what people don't know is that used car…

Buying a car is an excellent achievement for anyone out there. It's something you may have been dreaming of for quite some time. When you are saving for the car, you have an endless list of desires. You think of the best model, color, and…

Go in Prepared, Leave with a Vehicle You Love When you're in the market for a new or used car, truck, or SUV, you’re likely considering local car dealerships to visit to find your next ride. Before you go, there are a few things you…

In October 2017, new insurance write-off categories were introduced. These Cat N and Cat S classifications were introduced to replace the existing Cat C and Cat D designations.However, a scan of the classified adverts reveals that while…

Older readers may enjoy reminiscing about life before car child seats, when babies slept in footwells or on parcel shelves as their older brothers and sisters roamed all over the back seats fighting, but few would argue things haven’t…

Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) - more commonly referred to as 'road tax' - isn't the most straightforward aspect of car ownership to understand. The factors that determine how much VED drivers pay have been chopped and changed quite frequently…

When you hear that a hailstorm is approaching, your first reaction is likely to find shelter. Your car could use a shelter, too, or it can suffer a lot of damage. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, you need to know how…

Upgrades to Add to Your Vehicle in 2021 Let’s face it, being stuck in the car can be a drag, which is why it’s never a bad idea to invest in making the experience more enjoyable. Fortunately, there are plenty of upgrades that you can…

If you’re caught speeding, you may be offered the option of two penalties: the first is a sizable fine and points on your licence, and this is usually what’s dished out to repeat offenders, drivers who have exceeded the speed limit by a…