Those passionate about global warming and the harming effect of CO2 emissions on the environment have long lobbied the government to increase ‘green’ taxes on motoring. However, further taxes may not be required to achieve the desired effect of reducing the amount of motorists on the road, as massive increases in the price of fuel in the wake of the credit crisis appear to have…
Buying a car is probably the biggest financial decision you can make in life apart buying a house. It is not very often that people are able to afford a new car in one payment, so it is more than likely that you will consider car finance to come up with the necessary funds. As with any financial commitment, if you are looking for car…
The first ever petroleum-powered vehicle appeared in 1885 and was a motorised bicycle. Since then, motorised vehicles have climbed to prominence within society. Following that first motorbike were cars, aeroplanes, motorboats and other modes of transport that are essential in today’s society. Motorcycles saw a swift advance in development from inception and it wasn’t long before the first motorbike races were being held which, in…
If you have had more than one car in your life then you will no doubt have experienced the inconvenience of your old car breaking down on you for the last time and forcing the issue of having to buy a new one. When this happens the task of finding your next car can be quite difficult if you start off at your local garages.…
The UK is well known as being a nation of car lovers and even with rising fuel costs and more traffic on the roads than ever before, this shows no sign of slowing. There are many reasons why people choose to change their vehicles; from reliability problems such as not being able to start every time in the mornings, to more personal issues such as…
The credit crunch currently gripping Britain has seen a sudden reduction of loan availability in the UK and the situation shows no sign as yet of getting any better. Perhaps it’s time to seek some alternative ways to pay for necessary expenses — like a new car. Unfortunately, you can never be sure when your car might break down to the extent that you’re better…
Ford cars have long been considered by many vehicle drivers as highly reliable cars which provide safe and comfortable transport. In fact, since 1903 — when Ford was first founded — the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest automobile makers, proving a popular car brand amongst all generations. However, despite confidence in its make, many car-buyers still find it challenging —…
For even the most confident and capable drivers out there, driving on snow can present an array of problems and challenges. Nothing is as it seems and even the simplest of driving tasks can become tricky and cause problems. Unfortunately it’s not possible to control the weather but it is possible to rein your vehicle under control when cold weather hits and snow begins to…
Buying a car can sometimes be an intense and stressful process. However, there are a few simple steps you can follow to make buying a car almost seem easy. The first step is to look at the reasons as to why you need a car. This should help to determine what type of car you should buy. Many might like to be seen in a…
The British weather can be trying at the best of times, but with traffic jams, road-works and a host of other hazards to contend with, so too can driving on Britain’s roads! But when you find yourself caught in a downpour behind the wheel, what can you do to keep yourself safe? The first thing you should do is keep a good distance from the…