- March 20, 2024
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Smart motorways were first introduced officially by the Highways Agency back in 2013, with the first trial being held on the M42 way back in 2006. These types of motorways are designed to control speeding, detect broken down vehicles and control hard shoulder closures in accordance with the volume of traffic on the roads. For
As of April 1st 2024, road tax is changing AGAIN. The last adjustment made to UK car tax was way back in April 2017, so it’s been several years since its was last changed. The British government plans to raise car tax in line with inflation, so expect it to be around a 6% increase.
Planning your summer getaway in 2024? With the anticipated warmer weather, it’s time to prep for those holiday road trips. Amidst the excitement it’s important you don’t overlook your tires, especially after enduring a harsh British winter! Tire upkeep is vital for maintaining any vehicle, contributing significantly to your safety and fuel efficiency so read
With recent floods caused by Storm Ciaran, Storm Debi and Storm Antoni in 2023, many victims will be worrying about the damage caused to their home and very likely their car too. In 2020, figures showed that over 3,000 cars were rescued from flood water in just one day, so there is the risk of
BANG! Yes, we’ve all likely been there and hit a pothole whilst driving, that dreaded feeling of “oh God, how much was jolt going to cost ME” and it feels like your car is limping down the road from the impact! Potholes have become a very common sight on UK roads, causing inconvenience and sometimes
You use them everyday when driving and probably don’t give too much thought to them, but brake pads are the unsung hero of car safety! A vital component of your vehicle’s braking system, we think it’s important for drivers to understand a little about them, so here’s our guide to all things brake pads. Understanding
Petrol prices are always in the news, a few pence difference on your gallon of fuel can make a big difference to your motoring budget over a year. In the last few years the price of petrol sunk as low as £1.10 a litre in April 2020 to eye watering highs of £1.95 a litre
We’re subject at times to some very wet weather in Wales and the South West UK, mostly due to our maritime climate, so you think we’d be use to driving in bad weather. However seeing as we’ve had a fairly dry couple of months (all things considered) we thought it might be timely – with
Car servicing is a vital part of car maintenance if you’re looking to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Here, we look at the frequently asked questions about car servicing so that you can make sure you’re taking the right steps to keep your vehicle in tip top condition and minimise any hassle. What is Car
MOTs are something every car owner will have to endure once every 12 months after their car reaches 3 years old. The test is designed to ensure the car is roadworthy and safe to drive. If a car doesn’t pass MOT legal requirements, it cannot legally be taxed, insured, or driven – and being caught