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Specialist-Approved: 7 Leading UK Vehicle Check Sites

Getting stung by a dodgy motor purchase is every driver's nightmare. I've been there myself — thought I'd bagged a brilliant deal on a used BMW, only to discover it had more hidden issues than a reality TV show. That's precisely why vehicle history checks have become absolutely essential for...

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Benefits of Buying Second-hand Cars

If you are in the market for a new-to-you car, but can't quite afford the model you would like, why not opt for a second-hand model? There are many pros to buying a used car, and many of the old cons have been banished thanks to tighter regulations or understanding, on the part of car sales companies, that the second-hand car market is a valuable resource to be treated respectfully. Let us...

4 Tips For Re-Selling Your Car

Planning on selling your car? Whether you are switching to an electric car, upgrading to a different model or simply looking to get rid of your car, you will find that this can be a stressful and tricky process. You will want to get as much as you can from the resale, find a suitable buyer and conduct everything above board. Here are a few tips that should help.

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Buying second-hand vehicle? Check it’s all ok, before you drive away

A significant change in people’s driving needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing new car production shortages saw the used-vehicle market grow by over 10% last year, according to industry experts, with over 7 million transactions worth £38 billion.

Buying a second hand vehicle is a big purchase, so Heart of the South West Trading Standards has launched a campaign to...

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Motoring Fundamentals: How to Keep Your Car Insurance Premiums Low

Car insurance is not only necessary for protecting you and your car; it is the law. There are several options to choose from including full coverage and basic liability insurance, but you should always try to keep your premiums low no matter the type of coverage you have. Here are some strategies you can take advantage of.

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Brake discs: How they work and when and how to change brake pads

Understanding how the brake system of a vehicle works and how to find spare parts is important for any driver to know.

In response to the the brake pedal being pressed, a piston inside the brake master cylinder presses hydraulic fluid in the brake lines, which moves the pistons and pushes the brake pads against the rotor. When a driver bakes harder, more pressure is created inside...

3 Security upgrades every vehicle can benefit from

If you feel like the factory set security on your vehicle is enough, we think you should reconsider.

Aftermarket security upgrades have proved to be one of the best things that you can do for your vehicle. However, many people avoid it simply because they think that the chances are rare and that ‘theft will not happen to them’. Whatever the chances are, it’s still a risk and you...

Fundamental Car Care Tips: How to Pressure Wash your Vehicle

Pressure washing your vehicle can save you loads of time and tonnes of water. The high-pressure water and no-drip water, and detergent nozzle allow you to clean your car quickly and with limited manual labor.

A pressure washer is a gas or electric motor-powered engine that dispenses high-pressure water used to remove dirt and grime from various household interior and exterior items,...

Is the VIN number the same as the serial number?

Get to know and learn the 3 main differences between these two sets of characters that give identification to your vehicle.

Before we begin to explain what their inequalities focus on, let's start with two simple questions; the first is, do you know what a car is, and the second is, do you understand how a car is identified?

In the first question, most probably 100% will...

Vehicle VIN: What it is and how you can find it in a simple way

You may have heard of a car's VIN at some point, especially if you have one. However, do you know what it is? If you are interested in learning and really understanding what it is and all the documentation it contains, here is all the information you need.

What is the VIN number and where can I find it? is a question frequently asked by new drivers. This is due to the fact that the...

Tyre Care Tips to Ensure Your Car’s Safety

It can be argued that, as the only part of your car to touch the ground, your tyres are the most important part of your vehicle. While others may prefer to discuss engine performance, sharp and responsive brakes, or even techy details which help to keep you alerted to potential hazards, your tyres are the one point on which all these features rely. As such, it is essential to keep your tyres...

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