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 [...]
Cheap insurance for convicted drivers
Ok, you have a less than perfect driving record, nobody’s perfect, we all make mistakes, suffer lack of concentration and maybe some of us have even got behind the wheel after a few drinks. We all have the occasional accident now and again. Why does it mean your car insurance premium [...]
“2003 has been the best year for new cars - ever!”
- Jeremy Clarkson
And he’s not wrong. 2003 saw some excellent new cars appear on the market, but which one was the very best? In this DVD, Clarkson makes it his job to find out.
The DVD kicks off with the gorgeous Rolls Royce Phantom. [...]
With Winter just around the corner, I’m writing this article in the hope it might help somebody avoid an accident while driving over the Christmas period. Early darkness, rain and snow can cause even the most experienced drivers to loose control and potentially end up in a nasty accident. Hopefully these tips will help you [...]
Car radio security codes
Lost the serial number for your stereo or sat nav? Don’t worry this happens to many of us, sometimes we did not even realise there was a code until we had a flat battery or had to have the battery disconnected for maintenance. The suddenly we need to input security code or [...]
Grey import car insurance
The grey or imported cars market has grown rapidly over the last few years with vehicles coming to the UK from all over the world. A used car that has been individually imported from Japan, USA or Europe without going through the established main dealer network and therefore not normally available in [...]
Cheapest car insurance young drivers
Traditionally, drivers under 21 or even 25, have not been the most popular people with car insurance companies! Quite simply the younger a driver is the higher the percieved risk to the insurers. Young male drivers are actually a higher risk than young females according to the statistics. So basically if [...]
Car insurance for 1 day
Nowadays its fairly easy to get cover between 1-28 days for almost any purpose. However for cars in insurance groups 18-20, drivers must be aged 25 or over with most companies, in addition excess for young drivers up to 24 can be up to £750 for a high performance model and [...]
Why do I need breakdown cover for my car
Ever noticed those poor souls on the hard shoulder of the motorway, usually with a car full of kids on the way somewhere fun when disaster strikes and they are left stranded, frantically calling anyone and everyone they know to come and help them, but ultimately having [...]
Car stereo with bluetooth
Bluetooth technology has amazing potential, although still underused in the UK right now and still to reach its full potential, the product manufacturers have already started to explore the opportunities presented with in car stereo with bluetooth technology. Even today there are already many choices for Bluetooth systems integrated into car audio [...]
Inspired by the classic film of the same title, the Cannonball Run Europe is an annual race across Europe attended by some of the fastest cars on the road.The 2003 rally was filmed by a crew following the cars from start to finish in a NOS powered Range Rover.
The film starts with a quick introduction [...]
>High performance driving schools in the UK
With the popularity of high performance vehicles at an all time high - despite global warming concerns and attacks on motorists finances by the Chancellor - it has never been more important to ensure driving skills are a match for the vehicle. There are many high performance driving schools, [...]