Q. First of all, why are cars called cars A. The term 'car' today refers almost exclusively to those four-wheeled metal things with an internal combustion engine that we all rely on so much. There
01:00 Sun 23rd Dec 2001Buying a used car can be a wise investment when a replacement vehicle is needed. You will get the best bang for money with a used car. A used car, however, often has complications due to daily wear and tear, hence, it's important to avoid making costly mistakes when shopping for a used car.
15:51 Mon 08th Jun 2020A What Car survey has issued a fresh health warning over the rip-off practices of UK mechanics, warning that engineers at some garages pull down an hourly rate above that of many doctors and lawyers. Calculating from what the general driving public are charged in some parts of the country, mechanics are earning around...
16:38 Fri 16th Jul 2010The idea of pay-per-mile means that instead of a fixed annual charge, motorists will have to pay for every mile they drive on some of UK’s busiest roads. Although the idea of a national road pricing scheme has so far proven unpopular with motorists, it could save money for some. If a switch to a national road pri...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010We all want the latest cars on the market, but having a modern fashionable car comes at more than a price of the car itself, but also the depreciation factor. You may think that fuel or insurance are the most costly features of owning a car but in fact depreciation is by far the most expensive part of owning a vehicle....
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Motorists 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...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Christmas is a time to shop for gifts, trying to get the best deal we can- but we’re not the only ones looking for a bargain. Most crime is opportunistic and the festive season tends to offer criminals plenty of chances to take advantage of people's generosity and festive mood.Santa’s little helpers:...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Motor insurance theft claims have halved in the past five years says the motor insurance industry.
The fall is nothing to do with a decline in the number of would-be car thieves, say motor insurance companies, but modern cars have far more sophisticated security systems. Typical types of modern security include GPS tr...
16:36 Mon 24th May 2010 People who fail to look after their cars properly could end up facing big repair bills or even a motor insurance claim, Motor Codes has suggested. According to the group, although money is tight for some motorists at the moment, skipping a vehicle's annual check up is a false economy.
The organisation said the c...
16:36 Mon 24th May 2010Environmentally-aware motor insurance customers may welcome new EU legislation which means average CO2 emissions from new cars must be reduced to 130 g/km by 2015.
According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this is the equivalent of achieving 58 mpg in a diesel car and 52 mpg with a petrol eng...
16:36 Mon 24th May 2010Motor insurance customers keen to cut their motoring costs are being advised to go green. According to the Department for Transport (DfT), opting for a more environmentally-friendly model will reduce the amount motorists spend at the pump.
In a bid to encourage drivers to improve their green credentials, DfT's ACT o...
16:36 Mon 24th May 2010asks alicevida A. The Lake District attracts more than 12 million visitors every year. Q. What attracts so many people A. The Lake District is renowned for its stunning scenery and spectacular
01:00 Mon 24th Sep 2001Save the planet and save your wallet What a beautiful vision. This is the idea being held up to entice motorists away from the petrol pumps and into a Toyota Prius, and following skyrocketing petrol prices through the autumn, many drivers are now lending an ear to the call of the future.Even petrol-happy Americans are...
16:38 Fri 16th Jul 2010After 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. ...
16:17 Wed 02nd Jun 2010Jaguar is an iconic brand associated with luxury and high performance cars. The most notable models produced by Jaguar include X-Type, S-Type, E-Type, XJ and XJS. Jaguar holds Royal Warrants from HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Charles. Jaguar made its name in the 1950s with a series of elegantly-styled sports car...
15:17 Wed 02nd Jun 2010Auto Trader is one of the most popular companies for car trading, with a huge database of cars, vans, motorbikes and other vehicles they can find the right deal for you. The website is tailored so you can pick your exact car match from car make and model right down to the engine size and colour.
Originally Auto Trader...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Parker’s Car Guide is the indispensible guide to saving money on car purchases. When buying a car it is essential to know what you should be paying for your vehicle. Parker’s is the country’s best selling price guide and can save you money when you buy your next car.
First established in 1972 as a pr...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Car Craft is a leading motor competitor in the used car trade. They are the country’s original car hypermarket with over 10 branches nationwide. Car Craft offers to take your old car as deposit for any of their stock. They have a massive choice of cars and with as many test drives as you like you are sure to get ...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Exchange and Mart is one of the best loved motoring magazines in the country. Their huge database of cars, vans, motorbikes and scooters even caravans and motorhomes will ensure you can find the right vehicles for you at the right price.
Originally a weekly print magazine Exchange and Mart was founded in 1868 and this...
16:37 Mon 24th May 2010Tesco Compare is a competitive online comparison site from one of the UK's favourite supermarkets. Simply enter your details once and they do the rest, helping you find the quote for insurance or financial products that suit you best.
TESCO decided to set up its own comparison website in response to the growing market...
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