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14 April 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Car Financing Terms

Buying a car is a huge financial decision, with many choosing to get behind the wheel with car finance deals.  Navigating the world of car...

5 April 2025

Summer Car Maintenance Tips

The hot weather has finally made an appearance in the UK. Your first thought is probably stocking up on sun cream and planning trips away,...

24 March 2025

The Best Cars for Outdoor Adventures and Camping

Does setting off to explore the country sound right up your street? Us too.  Many Brits are now choosing to drive around the UK instead...

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5 October 2021

The just as new car is the new star

Not all of our customers have a bad credit rating. Still, they all have one thing in common: They could never afford to buy a new car. A cursory look at the prices of some...

30 September 2021

Sedan, Hatchback or SUV? The body type deathmatch!

The entire world wants to drive an SUV! At least, that's the impression we get from observing the car news: In a recent article, Car Dealer Magazine reports that Kia's 2015 Sorento is now officially...

28 September 2021

Volkswagen Passat Alternatives: Which car can beat the king?

The first Passat was a copy. Literally. All the way back in 1973, Volkswagen wanted to piggyback on the success of the Audi 80 and designed a fastback and sedan version of its more expensive...

22 September 2021

Can I afford a Mercedes? Yes you can! But should you?

Can I afford a Mercedes?" Maybe you've toyed with this thought once or twice, only to quickly to accept it as wishful thinking. A Benz, after all, is a luxury item, reserved for the well-off....

29 July 2021

Extra long warranties are great. But be careful!

Only a few years ago, car warranties were set in stone: Three years or 36,000 miles were all you'd get, regardless of whether you were buying a Porsche or a Dacia, a Volkswagen or a...

27 July 2021

Don’t get a nearly new car! Here’s why …

Sometimes, as good as new just isn't good (or new) enough. Take a child's safety seat – would you trust it to protect your loved ones? Or a medical device like a pacemaker … there's...

22 July 2021

Used cars are becoming more expensive! Or cheaper?

Used cars have never been truly cheap in the UK. On the one hand, it's great that we have one of the most dynamic second hand markets. This, after all, means that there are always...

20 July 2021

European emissions standards: What do they mean?

Spend some time on any car related website and you'll find mentions of "euro emission standards". Which sounds a bit odd: After Brexit, after all, do these rules still apply to me? It is a...

22 June 2021

How to drive green & eco-friendly

So you want to support the environment? Then using public transport, walking or riding your bike to work are your preferred options. That said, this isn't always possible for all of us. Sometimes, we all...