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The Best Cars Of 2017 In The UK
2017 was a great year in the automotive industry, some of the best cars this decade were launched. They include long-awaited launches such as the Jaguar E Pace. The industry shaping Nissan Qashqai celebrated its tenth birthday with a refresh and new launch. The top contenders for the best cars in the UK in 2017 are below.
Read MorePeculiar Driving Facts from Around the Globe
There are certain things that are akin all around the globe. No matter where you are on the earth, be certain that you will come across at least one really terrible driver and if you are lucky maybe a peculiar traffic rule as well. From pedestrians, laws, car hire, to driving tests – unusual driving facts are all over the globe. As if converting the speed from miles to kilometres and driving on an altogether different side of the road is not enough of a task in an alien country, you will also need to take into account local laws. 1. Russia Fines Drivers of Dirty Cars So, make sure your vehicle is squeaky clean if you are planning a drive on the roads of Russia. Because if not, you might have to bear the consequences of an on the spot fine. 2. No driving tests in Mexico. How strange Mexico! In Mexico, anyone above 18 can buy a licence for about 626 pesos – which is the equivalent of roughly £25. […]
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Top 10 Best Selling Cars in UK 2017
As the year of 2017 comes to an end the best-selling cars in the UK have been announced. Both the first place and third place car are produced by Ford, the Fiesta and Focus respectively, Ford is dominating the new car registration race in Britain. Volkswagen has managed to slip between the two Ford powerhouses with the Golf. Many of these manufacturers and even the specific models are regulars to the list of top selling cars. Many models are updated, redesigned and brought back out for the consumers to continue their relationship with the manufacturer that they trust, love and support. This is often why it is so hard for new models to break into the top selling list in the early years of a vehicle being manufactured. Knowing the British marketplace and the demands that the public has, it is no surprise that compact hatchbacks, with high-end performance and fuel efficiency, are features that drive the top end of the best-selling list. People are looking for vehicles that can […]
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The benefits of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle
Perfect for the family A multi-purpose vehicle or people carrier will make travelling very convenient and smooth for you and your family. One benefit of these vehicles is that you can pack and carry most of your belongings since it has a lot of space and compartments that are very handy. You will never need to worry about the limited space! Plenty of Room for Everyone Another benefit of a multi-purpose vehicle is that it allows you to travel in a comfortable fashion with your entire family. Do you remember the days when you had to squeeze in your dad’s or a friend’s car that could only seat four people? Most of us had this experience or similar but the benefit of a multi-purpose vehicle is that you can carry a lot of people, up to seven or more individuals and still have space available for luggage, food and other items that you might want to take with you. Better Protection When travelling you want to ensure that your entire family […]
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Scotland to ban petrol and diesel car sales by 2032
Scotland to ban petrol and diesel car sales by 2032. Scotland has laid out an elaborate plan that will see the phasing out of the sale of new diesel and petrol cars by 2032, which is eight years ahead of the proposed time scale set out by the London government.This is because of some measures the government has taken to improve the economy of that region. In July, our government said the move is aimed at reducing pollution in the greater United kingdom, replicating plans by other cities such as Mexico City, Athens and Madrid. Since Scotland accounts for approximately 10 percent of the car market in Britain, the First Minister spelt out plans to for a deposit return scheme for cans and bottles, and to expand electrical car charging locations. She also outlined a plan to phase out the requests for new diesel vehicles by 2032, and the establishment of low emissions zones in at least the four largest cities in Scotland’s by 2020. Interviews by a journalist at The […]
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7 Fun Facts about Driving Tests in the UK
There are some funny facts about driving tests in the UK that I’m very sure you have never heard of. For starters, a fact about practical driving exams you probably never heard of is that in the early years, driving tests were suspended mainly because they took a long time to rebuild road networks damaged during the war. Furthermore, during the Suez Crisis, driving tests were halted again between November 1956 and April 1957. Before the days of the theory and hazard perception test, obtaining a driving license was much easier, or was it? Here are seven other facts about driving tests in the UK: How Driving Tests Used to be Did you know? The UK driving exam has been altered drastically since it was first introduced 80 years ago. In May 1975, the use of arm signals was removed from the driving test. In April 1991, the reverse parking manoeuvre was introduced to the practical driving exam as a required element. In 2003 there was the introduction of ‘Show […]
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Everything You Need to Know about Minibus Hire
Minibuses are really convenient if you’re organising an event that requires transport. They’re perfect size for small groups, and really affordable too. Hiring a minibus also means you don’t have to deal with the inconveniences of public transport, or book loads of individual cabs to get you from A to B. This is bound to take a lot of the stress out of your event, and get to your event relaxed and on time. This article hopes to clear up some of the uncertainties and questions surrounding minibus hire, so you don’t have to go trawling through articles on the internet for the answers you need. So read on to find out all you need to know about minibus hire! What is a minibus? This probably seems like a pretty obvious question, but it’s definitely worth defining what a minibus is exactly. This is because the number of people you can fit in a vehicle will influence whether or not you need a special license. Normally a minibus is defined […]
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Diesel Scrappage Scheme…
NEWS: Diesel Scrappage Scheme possible as £20 daily diesel ‘toxin tax’ looms. In a move to improve air quality, drivers of diesel engine cars in the UK may be given a scrappage fee. This Diesel Scrappage Scheme could give drivers up to £2,000 to go towards a more environmentally-friendly car, like our fuel-efficient hire cars at Eurodrive. This comes after the UK failed to meet European emissions requirements. Diesel cars emit nitrogen dioxide; a gas said to cause severe lung conditions. The older the model, the more pollution it emits. In 2013, the UK had the second highest amount of deaths related to nitrogen dioxide in Europe, at approximately 12,000, with Italy topping that list. ‘Payments may be limited’ The details are not yet definite, although this may not happen until after the General Election. To cut back on costs, the payments may be limited to exclude those on a low income or include those living in the worst polluted areas. There are over 11 million diesel cars currently being driven […]
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New Animal Bridges
These New Animal Bridges are a Great Solution to Preventing Roadkill. Every day, huge numbers of animals are killed on the roads after being hit by vehicles. With the sheer number of vehicles on the roads both day and night – cars, lorries, motorcycles and more – it comes as no surprise that so many animals fall victim and end up as roadkill. This is not just endangering animals but can also be very distressing for drivers and can cause serious hazards on the road. With the high numbers of animals being killed on the roads, it was clear that action needed to be taken in order to provide protection for both the wildlife and for motorists. The development of so-called animal bridges or corridors appears to be providing an excellent solution to this problem. How these bridges are helping Wildlife crossing bridges and corridors are being put into place in destinations around the world including Australia, Asia, Europe, and America. The key aim of these bridges […]
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Car Insurance
Does My Car Insurance Cover Rental Cars? Rental cars can be a big part of your business or a big part of your holiday – either way, sorting your insurance shouldn’t get you in a tizz! Whatever the reason for hiring, understanding your rental car insurance can be a bit of a grey area – so we’re here to help. This blog hopes to clear up some of the misconceptions and confusions of rental car insurance. Car insurance and rental cars The main question that will pop into people’s heads when they’re reading through the terms and conditions on that rental car form is: I have car insurance already, but does that cover my rental car too? Most rental car services will allow you to extend your own insurance coverages for the use of a rental car. Whether car insurance is covered or not when renting cars is entirely dependent on the car rental company. When you hire with us the cost of the insurance is covered and included within […]
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