With over four million second-hand cars sold in the UK so far this year and new-plate part exchanges now being prepared, car insurance experts at Uswitch have examined the used car market to understand what buyers prioritise the most. The research reveals motorists’ biggest deterrents, factors that would persuade them to spend beyond budget and the maximum … [Read more...]
Drivers ignoring warnings risk big bills
Half of drivers ignore their dashboard light warnings. Amazingly, one in five claim they will drive for two or three days before investigating issues and two in five ignore them hoping they'll go off and a third leave them in fear of expensive repair bills. Car leasing company Vehicle Contracts has explained the key car dashboard warning symbols not to … [Read more...]
Drivers delay servicing but risk fines
Nearly half of UK drivers have put off servicing or essential car maintenance across 2020, according to a new study from money.co.uk. The study from the financial comparison service found that 48% of drivers had delayed repairs or services for their vehicle across the coronavirus pandemic, as average mileage has plummeted, and MOT’s have been … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Audi A8 50 TDI
The new range flagship Audi A8 luxury saloon in standard or long wheelbase forms arrived in the UK earlier this year and it’s the first car in the world to be built for the forthcoming age of autonomous driving claims Audi, but progress has a price, writes David Miles. All that’s required is legislation changes to allow Level 3 autonomous … [Read more...]
Drivers’ dazzled by meaning of warning lights
Insurance company Gocompare.com has found a glaring lack of knowledge amongst motorists when it comes to their car, with almost half saying that they were unable to identify their car's dashboard warning lights. The study found that the majority (60%) of drivers haven't read their car's manual. However, many motorists could do with brushing up on their … [Read more...]
Learn the secrets of the lights and stay ‘appy
Hundreds of thousands of cars will find new owners over the next two months but the joy of a replacement vehicle can be cut short when an unfamiliar warning light appears. However, help is now just a fingertip away with the AA app, which can help drivers identify the symbols and take appropriate action. The AA alone averages around 17,000 warning … [Read more...]
