When electric cars first appeared in the news, they were the butt of endless jokes. ‘Who’s going to drive around with a plug trailing behind them?’ was more or less the gist of the crack. Now the brains behind them are having the last laugh. Following a bit of a shaky start, electric cars are … Continued
‘The MOT’s due.’ Three little words that every driver dreads. As a car clocks up the years, keeping it roadworthy can be a bit of a bumpy ride. The fee for the annual MOT test is not the problem, with the average car costing £54.85. It’s the work required that can hike up the bill. … Continued
It’s a common question that often fuels a heated debate: Should you shell out for Shell or plump for the cheapest prices at the pumps? Some motorists believe that branded petrol and diesel such as Shell, Esso and BP are a higher quality than what’s available at supermarkets such as Morrisons, Tesco or Asda. … Continued
The time’s come for you to get rid of your motor. It might be because you need the cash or you’re trading up to a better model. Either way you need to ensure you drive a hard bargain and get as much money in your mitts as possible. Here’s how: Sell it privately rather than … Continued
So, you’re in the market for a new motor. But how are you going to pay for it? Getting a new set of wheels is a big decision. Scoring high on the feel-good factor, it’s also a big investment – probably the second most expensive purchase after a house. Unless you’ve come into a cash … Continued
We’ve all rubbernecked a collision, where one car has shunted into the back of another. Every year, there are millions of car accidents and a quarter involve a business driver. That doesn’t necessarily mean the obvious ones like a delivery vehicle or a taxi. It could be someone driving across town to a meeting or … Continued
If your car breaks down on the motorway in the middle of the night, who would you call? a) Your dad b) The mate who’s good with a spanner c) No-one. You’ll have a tinker round with it yourself. Can’t be too difficult can it? If you answered a), b) or c) then the following … Continued
For sale: Your dream car. Comes complete with full service history and insurance costs that will take a big chunk out of your driving budget. Insuring your car is an absolute necessity. But, if you’re not careful, it can be an expensive essential for getting behind the wheel of your new motor. Check out these … Continued
After rent or mortgage, your car is probably the biggest consumer of your cash. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a rackety run-around or a sleek saloon, keeping it on the road is a major expense with rising fuel prices, car insurance, tax, maintenance, servicing and MOT. Here are five quick wins to help put the … Continued
If you’re struggling to get a deposit together for your own place and struggling even more to feel like a fully-fledged grown-up living with your mum and dad, renting could be the answer. The spike in the housing market means more people are finding it difficult to get on the property ladder, so renting a … Continued
It’s the topic of many heated discussions: What do you pay Council Tax for? The chunk you pay to your local authority each month covers all kinds of services including police and fire, getting your bins emptied and road maintenance. You usually pay Council Tax if you’re aged 18 or over and own or rent … Continued
You’ve got a house, got a mortgage and paying that is probably the biggest wedge going out of your bank account each month. So, why would you consider a remortgage? Simple answer: it could save you a lot of cash. Houses are a bit like piggy banks. You can leave your money in them or … Continued