Author: Declan

Are automatic cars less economical?

Written by Declan
When it comes to choosing your next car, you need to consider what factors are important for you. It may be that looks and engine performance are the main things or perhaps it’s more safety and comfort or maybe boot space and leg room. Each of us have our own idea of the perfect car for us and know what it is we need out of a vehicle at that time. Some people need to have a large family car but it’s not really what they want so they may end up getting a second car that they can use at other times. You also need to decide on what sort of engine you would like. Do you want a petrol or diesel, what engine size should you go for...
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Going to look at second hand cars

Written by Declan
Lots of people like the idea of having a new car but often find the process of buying one stressful. Often we are constrained by budget and want to try and get the best we can for our money. For some people it is all about the looks, for others reliability is the main aspect to consider. It is always good to have a rough idea of what sort of car you are looking for, the age of the car and/or mileage and the money you have to spend. It may be that you already have the money to buy the car or perhaps you are going to be looking to get one on finance. If you are going to be having it on finance, be sure to work out...
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Has your car been neglected during lockdown?

Written by Declan
Many of us have not covered as many miles in our cars over the last 12 months as usual. There have been times when the country has been in a strict lockdown and all but essential travel was banned. Even at times when you were allowed to go out, many of us have chosen not too or have had no where to go anyway so it may be that your car has hardly moved. It is often not good for a car to be left stood still for a number of weeks or months on end as things can start to perish and rust. It is vital that if your car has been stood still for a long period of time that you check it is safe to drive before...
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Do you need a full service?

Written by Declan
Some people have their car serviced religiously every year. A full service can cost upwards of around two hundred pounds and often is not needed every year. Many manufacturers and makes and models of cars have different service schedules. Sometimes you may only need a minor service where as other times a major service may be required. Often you can find the service schedule in the owners handbook or by looking it up on the manufacturers website. All garages that carry out services should be able to tell you what components will need changing when. For example, on some services on petrol cars, you may need to have the spark plugs replaced, but this does not need to be done every year. If you have hardly done any miles since...
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Is your car due it’s MOT during lockdown?

Written by Declan
With England entering its second lockdown this week, many people are wondered what the rules and regulations are regarding MOT’s. During the first lockdown, MOT’s were extended by 6 months giving people plenty of time to get them done at a later stage. This is because many of the car garages were shut or running with a very limited number of staff. This lockdown is slightly different as although there may still be some staff shortages, car garages are open and still doing MOT’s. The government have not allowed for a second extension on the MOT’s this time so it is imperative that it is carried out on time. Ideally you want to try and get your MOT done early rather than later. MOT’s can be done one month in...
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