Advice and Tips
Snow leads to increased car insurance disputes
Used Car Expert magazine has seen a significant increase in number of enquiries via its website UsedCarExpert.co.uk relating to disputes with insurance companies over the value of their car, which have been written off by snow-related accidents.
Catch a cool convertible bargain this January
January is the one of the best months for convertible bargain hunters, with some models now costing up to 17% less than they were in September, according to online used car retailer, Carsite.co.uk.
Rules of the road forgotten in the snow
The question of “who was to blame” after a car crash is on the rise as a result of the snowy conditions.
NAVIGON advice to weather-stricken motorists
With the current freezing weather conditions, it is more important than ever for motorists to be prepared when they head out on the road.
Spike in searches for car insurance on 4x4 vehicles
The big expense of changing a car is normally the last thing on people's minds after the hectic and costly Christmas and New Year period. However, with snow, ice and cold weather across the UK it appears many Brits are in the market for a ‘snow mobile'.
Male motorists risk winter driving perils
As the freezing weather continues, Sainsbury's Car Insurance warns of the dangers of ignoring warnings not to drive in severe conditions.
Digital dashboards are a safety hazard, says IAM
The internet dashboard, or ‘infotainment system’ is the next in-car device that could cause a major distraction to drivers, says the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
Prepare for winter driving with free Servicing Stop advice
Unprecedented weather conditions have resulted in record numbers of breakdowns with the AA reporting 2,000 calls an hour and more than twice the number per day than usual.
Insurer urges motorists to give driving full attention
As Harriet Harman, the Labour Party's Deputy Leader, appears in court for her involvement in an incident in which she was allegedly using a mobile phone whilst driving, research from Sainsbury's Car Insurance highlights that driving with a mobile phone is unfortunately a common occurrence.
New car buyers faced with too much choice
New-car buyers are faced with too much choice, and the growing number of diverse products offered by manufacturers is causing consumer confusion, according to research by Glass’s Guide.
Kwik-Fit’s Tyre Wall of Shame calendar
Kwik-Fit has revealed its annual Tyre Wall of Shame calendar for 2010. Compared to other famous tyre calendars, the Tyre Wall of Shame 2010 may be less glamorous, however the photographs are equally likely to take people’s breath away.
Diesel drivers watch out for waxing
With -20°C forecast in some parts of the UK, the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) is warning drivers of diesel cars to remember that their fuel can wax over in extremely low temperatures, which could damage the fuel filter and cause a breakdown.
Used car buyers avoid the snow and shop online
Online used car retailer, Carsite.co.uk, experienced more than double the average number of daily sales as the first heavy snowfall of the year meant buyers avoided treacherous roads and snow-covered forecourts to make their vehicle purchase over the internet.
Road surfaces deteriorate as a result of the big freeze
Mark Monteiro, Insurance expert at uSwitch.com, comments on the deterioration of road surfaces in the UK as a result of the big freeze and offers advice to motorists: "Motorists are experiencing an extremely bumpy start to 2010.
Shocking amount of repairs carried out by unlicensed bodyshops
Dagenham-based Bodyshop of the Year AJC Wilson Bodyshop is urging drivers who have been...