car buying

While once a curiosity, electric vehicles (EVs) are an increasingly popular option for many drivers both here in Britain and abroad. Figures revealed by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show that more than half of the UK’s younger drivers are likely to swap to EV within the next 10 years. With the UK Government’s intention to end the sale of diesel and petrol cars by the year 2030 such motorists can be forgiven for wanting to get a head start with an EV experience of their own. We took a closer look at some of the benefits buying an EV can bring, to help you decide if it’s the right ride for you when you need a new car.…

2021 has been and gone, with a new series of car registrations alongside it. The number of new car registrations at the end of any year is fascinating, but the combination of the pandemic's continuing effects and another year of advances in the hybrid-electric sphere means a real market shake-up is on the cards. Read on to find out more about the best selling cars of 2021, and some of the trends driving their success.…

Electric vehicles aren't anything new. In fact, for as long as there have been internal combustion engine cars, there have been cars powered by electric motors too. But electric vehicles haven't had the century of use that ICE cars have, and it has only really been in the last ten years or so that the technology has begun to be developed for the mass market.…

If you're thinking about buying a new or used car, taking a test drive can be an integral part of the process. Understanding the best ways to go about it, what you need before you take your drive, and any insurance requirements that may be present is essential. So, where do you begin?…

Areas of the United Kingdom recently went into tier 4 lockdown for the duration of the Christmas period. If you're planning on buying a new car, can you still do so? And if so, what do you need to know?…

If you're looking to buy your next vehicle, you have a number of options available. Many people struggle to determine whether it's better for them to buy their next car brand new or used. To make that decision you need to know the benefits and drawbacks for both - this will give you a better understanding of which is going to be the right choice for you.…

If you've been keeping up with the automotive news headlines over the last few years you will doubtless have read at some point that diesel cars seem to be falling from grace. At the beginning of the 21st-century diesel cars were heralded by Governments for their increased fuel economy and their lower carbon dioxide emissions. In light of various diesel scandals in recent years, however, and the push for cleaner air in cities, diesel cars are becoming increasingly unpopular - and are even getting banned in certain cities if they're over a certain age.…

For several months car dealerships around the UK have been closed due to the Covid-19 lockdown. But, they're now open again and seeking customers to buy new vehicles. Money has been at the forefront of everyone's mind during this pandemic, so to a lot of people buying a new car right now might be bottom of their list of priorities - but should it be?…

The coronavirus has brought virtually every industry to its knees, and motoring has been no exception. Every motoring department has seen fundamental shifts, from the design and manufacture of vehicles through to the way they're bought. Provincial light is at the end of the tunnel, however, as since June 1st car dealers have begun being allowed to reopen.…

Emerging as an essential tool for car owners, Gap Insurance covers a number of vehicle ownership areas that aren't typically considered. However, while it may be simple for new car owners, those purchasing a second-hand car may well be unsure of the value of Gap Insurance.…