Drivers have been warned that stopping distances will be at least double during the wettest months of the year posing a serious threat to all road users. Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have urged motorists to follow six simple steps when driving in wet conditions to reduce the risk of accidents from occurring. October to January are typically the wettest months in the UK and motorists should...
Buying your first car? This is an exciting moment but trying to find a car that ticks all of the boxes can be daunting, especially when you are new on the road. With this in mind, this article will look at what you should be looking for in a first car and a few good models that should be on your shortlist. Keep reading to find out more.
While you might naturally associate winter weather with coldness, the inside of your car’s engine might still be vulnerable to overheating at this time of year. Let’s take a look at the problem and what causes it.
Why do cars overheat?
The internal combustion engine works by creating a series of miniature explosions, which, as well as generating kinetic energy to drive a piston, will...
Mums and dads have been warned to wrap-up warm to avoid fines at the school gates after new research revealed more than one in ten leaves their motor running while waiting for their kids.
Experts at leading price comparison site Quotezone.co.uk are urging drivers to stop their cars idling outside schools in order to reduce air pollution and avoid fines of up to £80.
An electric car owner was shocked when he found 23 Teslas queuing to use the charging points at a motorway service station.
Experts are calling for more investment in EV infrastructure after driver Dylan Sumbler took to social media to share a video of the Teslas queuing at Tebay Services in Cumbria over the festive holidays.
EV experts from LeaseElectricCar.co.uk said the...
School minibuses are a wonderful asset to have for any educational establishment. They open the door for school trips, and the world of extra-curricular off campus activities for pupils. Some schools even use them to transport students to and from transport spots like train stations, which is extremely helpful for parents and students alike. For any school looking for a minibus, these top...
Drivers are being warned to take extra measures to stay awake behind the wheel as the UK approaches the shortest day of the year.
Road safety experts from RoadAngel say there is increased risk of drivers falling asleep at the wheel as early mornings and late afternoons grow steadily darker.
Daylight hours are becoming progressively shorter in Britain as we approach the...
Any car can be modified, for practical reasons, such as adding air conditioning or for aesthetics, including alloy wheels, new rims, or a vinyl car wrap. The important factor is to ensure that, whatever the nature of the modifications you make to your car, you notify your insurer where relevant and confirm that your policy remains valid. Some changes are not accepted by most UK car insurers,...
There is never a good time to buy a new car. This moment in time, though – as household expenses continue to soar – seems somehow worse than most. Still, failure to properly recognise when it is time to upgrade your vehicle can cost you significantly more over time – in repair costs, roadside breakdowns and eventual scrapping altogether. What are some of the tell-tale signs that your car...
