Has there ever been a harder job in the car industry than being tasked with developing and re-imagining the Land Rover Defender? Love or loathe the new model, we can all agree that those behind the latest version were given a particularly difficult mission. Defender enthusiasts are a passionate bunch and so the pressure was … Read More →
For many, this week signals the start of the new school year. Whether you’re breathing a sigh of relief that the kids are finally back-to-school, or you’re dreading the return of the morning school run, we have some great tips for you. 1. Prepare lunches the night before. There’s nothing worse than a morning tantrum … Read More →
For many, a love of cars is developed sat on the sofa or in the cinema. Way before we’re old enough to drive we watch TV shows and films centred around characters who drive the coolest of cars, hoping one day that will be us. Occasionally the cars become classics, eclipsing the stars and the … Read More →
A lot of considerations come with buying a new car. Often your personal circumstances change and something that was not important to you in the past suddenly becomes the key factor in deciding which car to purchase. Take the addition of a dog to your family for example and you’ve suddenly got an awful lot … Read More →
Struggling to come up with ideas to keep the kids occupied during the summer holiday? Or perhaps you and your partner have a long weekend waiting to be filled with your latest adventure? There are some fantastic places and attractions to visit in the UK, which make a last-minute road trip very appealing indeed. So, … Read More →
Stay safe on the road with these tips from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman. Richard says: “A journey can be a pleasant experience with the right planning. But it can turn into a nightmare if circumstances change and you do not have the right tools for the job with you. … Read More →
Summer is here and for many that means a runny nose and nasal congestion amongst other symptoms associated with hay fever. In fact, it’s estimated by the NHS that around 10 million people currently suffer from hay fever. If you’re a motorist and a sufferer – hay fever can affect you in several ways. Read … Read More →
The commute to work can make or break your workday. No traffic (usually half term, yay!) can equal smooth sailing en route to the office but when the roads are packed and all you can see for miles is red taillights, your morning suddenly got a lot more stressful! With all the heavy rain the … Read More →
A snap survey has revealed some of the top driving routes around England as voted for by motorists – does your favourite route get a mention? Places coming in top include – perhaps unsurprisingly – the beautiful county of Cumbria, specifically the M6 deemed most popular due to its rugged scenery and rolling hills. Also … Read More →
The average price of petrol rocketed by a shocking 5.44p a litre in April making for the second worst monthly rise since 2000, adding £3 to the cost of filling up an average family car. Data from RAC Fuel Watch* shows a litre of unleaded shot up from 122.62p to 128.06p as retailers passed on … Read More →
