Advice and Tips
Road accidents down on ten years ago
Road accidents across Great Britain have fallen by 34 per cent over the past ten years (2001-2011), according to a new report from Post Office Car Insurance.
Motorists risk safety by ignoring basic winter car checks
Millions of motorists will risk their safety this winter as they take to the roads without undertaking essential car maintenance like checking their tyres or carrying basic items like de-icer.
EU insurance law could force one in four women off the road
British roads are set to become a man's world, with one in four women (24%) priced off the roads when a new EU law comes into force on the 21st December, according to new research by uSwitch.com.
The cost to defrost car
UK motorists will waste nearly £50 million of fuel this winter by leaving their cars to idle with the engine running in order to defrost them, a new study of regular drivers by Direct Line Car Insurance has discovered.
Drivers are taking steps to reduce motoring costs
Recent research released by the Energy Saving Trust stated that almost £7bn of fuel is being ‘wasted’ by English motorists.
Cash strapped drivers cutting corners could end up in a costly jam
Drivers taking risks behind the wheel to save money could end up in a costly jam as well as breaking the law.
Turning back time on clocking
The end of October marks the end of British Summer Time and, as we turn the clocks back, used vehicle history expert, HPI, reminds used car buyers to watch out for unscrupulous sellers turning the clocks back on their mileage readings.
Who do used car buyers trust?
The latest research from leading vehicle auction company British Car Auctions has revealed that ‘family and friends’ have the biggest influence on used car buyers, ahead of their own personal experience, independent expert advice and even a vehicle test drive.
Car breathalyser fine enforcement delayed in France until March 2013
Green Flag Breakdown Service wishes to highlight that from March 2013 all drivers will face an €11 (approx. £9) fine if caught in France without a breathalyser in their car.
Get more for your motor
As well as a poor service history, lack of MOT and high mileage, motorists may be surprised to learn everyday spills and stains, dog smells and cigarette burns could affect the value of their car.
Baby on Board signs: life-saver or danger?
Confused.com has teamed up with Brake, the road safety charity, to highlight the benefits and dangers of Baby on Board signs and remind parents about safety for younger passengers.
Bump and drive
New research reveals that over a quarter of British motorists (26 per cent) have accidentally damaged a parked vehicle and then driven off without owning up to it.
Drivers unaware of rewards for good driving
The thought of having a telematics device fitted to their car may worry some drivers, and many drivers have not even heard of Telematics technology.
Age matters when it comes to irritating motorists
Britain's most irritating road users have been revealed in a new poll, and it's the older generation that wind us up the most.
Garage no more - clutter leaves car on the street
Despite the fact that the junk in our garage is worth only a quarter of the value of our car, we have all but abandoned using garages as a place to park a vehicle according to new research from Continental Tyres.