Autumn 2007 is a busy time for BMW (UK) as they seek to reinforce their position as the UK’s number one premium car marque. BMW UK are already well on their way to another record sales year and now we have the launch of two new cars - the BMW 635d, the world’s first [...]
For over 30 years now, Subaru has been building AWD (4 wheel drive) vehicles and promoting them worldwide. When it comes to AWD Subaru have plenty of experience and with their rally successes in recent years they also know a thing or two about handling too! With the exception of the Impreza turbo models ( [...]
With winter almost upon us now in the UK -although some would argue we are still waiting for the summer! - its that time of year when it starts to get dark earlier with the added hazard of slippy conditions cuased by rain, sleet or snow. Be aware that 50% of driving accidents occuring [...]
Car lease deals in UK
Car leasing and contract hire are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, many motorists, both private and business, are realising they can drive a premium brand such as Mercedes or BMW for the same price as a family hatchback! In fact some experts in the motoring industry feel that within the [...]
Private Number Plates
Cherished car number plates have never been more popular, whether you call them personalised registration plates, cheap private number plates or private car registration plates -they are all essentially the same thing. The ultimate in terms of customisation has to be personalising your registration! it can also be an effective way to disguise [...]
Have you ever wondered why car insurance is so expensive in the UK? Have a look at these figures and comments published by the Director of General Insurance at end of 2006.
If we take an average insurance premuim which is currently around £400, then £70 goes to the government, £30 goes towards the cost of [...]
New car buyers nowadays are being increasingly influenced by the “green” rating of vehicles. Energy conservation is becoming more and more important when it comes to all lifestyle choices. Cars like the toyota Prius and Honda and Lexus hybrids are selling in realtively high numbers despite the fact that they are much more expensive than [...]
The much loved Ford Focus is an excellent used buy (actually named by What car as their used car of the year in 2006). the best models to look at for bargains without headaches are model years 1998-2004. If budget will reach go for a facelifted 2002 model. All models are reasonably equipped and comfortable, [...]
Electronic stability program or ESP is known by many names! BMW refer to it as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). Ford Motor Company in the USA call it Advance Trac. At Jaguar its known as Dynamic Stability Control (DSM), Porsche: Porsche Stability Management (PSM), Volvo: Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DTSC), Lexus: Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) [...]
The top UK car magazine Whatcar conducted a huge survey last year of over 38,000 cars, using information provided by warranty direct to build up a picture of overall reliability for car manufacturers and models. As you would expect, the Japanese manufacturers performed really well but there were a few suprises - particularly from so [...]