After a hard week of work, many motorists just don't have the time or energy to clean out their car. Although it may seem like a chore, drivers who clean their cars and properly maintain them will see the price of their vehicle stay the same in comparison to those who leave a mess, with their overall value plummeting. ...

Research has revealed that one third of UK drivers are at risk of breaking the law and causing car accidents as a result of driving with poor eyesight. Many of these motorists are thought to be elderly whose eyesight has deteriorated over time- however 13 million drivers are not having their eyes tested as often as the...

Britain has become the speed camera capital of Europe, with the number of enforcement cameras nearly trebling over the last six years. Speeding fines and penalty points can be a driver’s worst nightmare as the addition of penalty points to your license can increase you cheap car insurance dramatically. To Spee...

Motorists in the UK have shown a keen interest in going ‘green’, with more than half of all car owners being concerned about the impact their vehicle is having on the environment. New research shows that even despite the recession 62% of UK motorists are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle as their ne...

Girls if you’re looking for a great deal on car insurance look no further. There are many car insurance companies that specialise exclusively insurance for women only. It’s a well known fact that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so with insurers such as Diamond and Be Wiser Insurance you will be spo...

According to recent studies, around 4.7 million UK drivers invalidate their car insurance policies by missing their MOT renewal date. With 50% of motorists putting their car buying plans on hold during the current recession, car maintenance should be high up on a motorist’s agenda- however this isn’t always...

Motorists who do not want to jeopardise their cheap car insurance premiums may want to think twice before opting for cheap tyres. Surprisingly, many motorists do not check their tyres on a regular basis, prompting many experts to urge motorists to check their tyre condition regularly. A series of tests conducted by A...

In these tough economic times, many cash-strapped Brits are looking for ways to save money. If you asked most of them, many would say that running their car can be one of the biggest expenses month-on-month, but if drivers were able to adapt their road-skills they could save some extra cash on their fuel bill each mont...

There's no denying that motorbikes are great pieces of vehicular technology. Steamlined, fast and expertly built, they can be a dream to ride on a sunny sunday afternoon. But motorbikes are also incredibly dangerous. One momentary lapse of concentration or one slip-up could cost the biker his or her life in an instant...

Many people looking to buy a new car have been thwarted due to the effects of the recession and have subsequently looked to used car garages to provide them with their latest motor. "People looking to buy a car are more likely to choose a used vehicle over a new one", according to leading insurance provider,...

Being tired while driving is a serious hazard and motorists should do all they can to stop this possibility. According to the AA, 3,000 people are seriously injured or killed each year as a result of falling asleep at the wheel, but there are some ways to counteract the feeling of snooziness. It recommends stoppi...

Britain's pothole problem is not only causing damage to our cars, it could result in far more crashes, one expert has advised. It has been suggested that motorists drive in a wayward fashion to avoid potholes, which could cause far more collisions with moving and parked vehicles on our streets. David White, custome...

Young drivers stereotypically lack concentration when they are on the roads. Despite only passing their test 6-12 months ago, many of them feel like they are driving veterans and fail to pay careful attention to road safety regulations. As most drivers get older they get more complacent, but young drivers seem to thro...

After the L plates have been thrown away there are a number of things to consider when choosing that all-important first vehicle - not just looks and engine size! Price is often a crucial factor for people buying a first car, as many new drivers are studying or employed in their first job. Although the cheapest old-...

We’ve all heard of pay-as-you-go mobile phones and now pay-as-you-go car insurance works in the same way – with the same benefits and drawbacks. Just as with mobile phones this pay-as-you-go service works on a monthly basis and you pay depending on the amount you drive. Pay-as-you-drive: A car will be...

At some point in our lives we have all fallen victim to the dreaded roadside breakdown, so we need to be prepared for it by ensuring we look our best at all times - we don’t want to be caught out on a Sunday morning when popping to the local shop with no make - up on to get some bread for bacon butties. Don&rs...

We've all seen the valet services from the big screen, the ones where the valet will take your car keys, take the vehicle away to be parked and cleaned in a private car park. But do real people actually use these services The answer is yes, more and more valeting services are beccoming widely available across the cou...

Even in these tough economic times motorists are looking to bling out their cars in the most imaginative ways possible. One of the preferred methods of blingifying your car would be to get a custom number plate, availble through many different means. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is the place to go if...

Car safety checks are essential for reasons far more important than insurance premiums and payouts – they can also lessen the risk of an accident out on the road. There have been a stream of road safety adverts on television recently, but none have highlighted the dangers of driving on damaged or under-maintaine...

When it comes to choosing a family car it can be difficult to find the features that suit you best. How many seats do you need Is the boot big enough Can you fit your child seats in easily These are all pertinent questions that you must consider before making your purchase. Obviously, the car most suited to your fa...