The dichotomous debate over which sex is better behind the wheel has raged throughout history. And, whilst men vehemently claim they are the more competent drivers, women equally believe it is themselves who hold poll position. There have been various studies hoping to conclusively end the men versus women argument, but the results often reveal a mixed picture. According to the car insurance industry, however,…

Growing financial uncertainty and an unprecedented rise in fuel costs in recent years has resulted in a significant rise in the cost of motoring. This in turn has resulted in slower than expected sales of new cars in 2008 and as a consequence has caused some manufacturers to cut back on production. This downturn however is having the reverse effect on the second hand market,…

Of course, James Bond is a fictional character. But nobody with an abysmal driving record like his would be able to get car insurance in real life! MI6’s finest trashes at least one or maybe two prestige cars in every film and in one highly memorable movie – Goldeneye — he even destroyed large tracts of St. Petersburg by taking to the roads in a…

In these times of economic uncertainty selling a car can prove a challenge. As such, you need to consider several factors to ensure that you optimise the chances of selling your vehicle as quickly and painlessly as possible. Ensuring that the selling price is pitched at the right level is the first challenge. Many people fail to generate any interest after placing an advert because…

Driving at night carries with it a different set of risks to motoring during daylight hours and even experienced drivers can encounter difficulties if they are not fully prepared. Indeed, the first thing to get right is the use of lights. Not only are they important for night driving but should also be used during periods of reduced visibility such as at dusk, dawn and…

It is no secret that driving can be dangerous and it only takes one mistake to find yourself in real danger. It is all too easy to allow a level of complacency to set in if you have been driving for years without incident, but one lapse in judgment is all it takes. Of all the potential hazards you can encounter on the road, driving…

Winter is when cars most often produce those unexpected problems, but with a careful bit of preparation you can prevent your vehicle from biting the dust at the coldest time of the year. That especially applies if your motor is a little older and not in its mechanical prime, although all cars regardless of their condition should be prepared for winter. Before the cold and…

The automotive industry has long been considered a male dominated environment but is this still the case in the 21st century? Or are women now playing a more prominent role in an industry that has historically not been known for female participation? The world of car related T.V. shows is driven by BBC’s Top Gear and the current all-male presenter line up has proved to…

As with everything in life some days can pass without the slightest blip and sometimes the strangest things can happen. This general principle can be applied to car ownership and travel and if you’re a proud car owner in the UK you’ll make around 410 trips per year in your four wheeled friend. The rules of probability predict that the more you use your car…

Recent years have seen the world’s economy experience some fluctuation, with the resulting ‘credit crunch’ affecting millions of the UK population. This, in turn, has caused many purse strings to tighten and many individuals and families to cut down on their spending. One regular outgoing for millions of households across the country is the cost of running a vehicle. Whether your car is being used…