July 2017

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Things to be aware of when leasing a vehicle

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Making the decision between buying and leasing a car is tricky. Leasing offers some excellent benefits we’ve highlighted previously in our article What are the pros and cons of leasing? But if you’ve already made your decision and leasing is the way you want to go then you’re in the right place. This article is going to run through all of the things to be aware of when leasing a vehicle so you can go into your first leasing journey with your eyes wide open. Knowledge is power so they say, so read on.

Special Offers
If you haven’t got your heart set on a specific make and model of vehicle you could benefit by being flexible. Periodically manufacturers will offer highly discounted lease specials to generate more interest in slow-selling models. Special offers are even available on popular models such as Mercedes and Audi. But if you’re prepared to look outside the box or waiting until a good deal comes along then you could benefit from some significant savings. Using a broker for your lease car will ensure you can shop the whole marketplace for these deals for you.

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What is “Fair Wear and Tear”?

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One of the most important aspects of leasing a car is looking after it. When you first receive your car, you should be given a copy of the BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Guide, if that be from your broker or the leasing company itself.

The BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Guide is the industry standard of which your car will be judged on when you return it to the finance house at the end of your agreement.
But, what is ‘Fair Wear and Tear’?

In this article, we are going to look at what counts as fair wear and tear, what happens if you incur charges and how to dispute them.

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How useful are Sat Navs? Waste of time or essential driving companion?

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How useful are Sat Navs? Waste of time or essential driving companion?
76% of UK drivers own a Sat Nav. Whether it’s on their smart phone, one of the stand alone devices that attach to the windscreen or a fancy inbuilt navigation system. They have become ingrained into modern driving and have given confidence to more people to take to the roads on longer journeys in their cars. A staple for business drivers too, the SatNav is not without its fans. But how often do we actually use our SatNav? Are they really useful or do they cause more trouble than they are worth? Does our reliance on Sat Nav mean that we can no longer navigate ourselves or read maps? Do we spend less time looking at road signs as a result of Sat Nav usage? In this article, we’ll investigate how useful are sat navs and discuss whether they are a waste of time or an essential driving companion.
Are Sat Navs a waste of time?
Sat Navs aren’t famed for always giving the right directions. Reports of these devices taking motorists the wrong way down a one-way street or directing drivers into marinas are all over the web. You might not have experienced this first hand. But you will have almost certainly seen what it’s like when ‘Sat Nav Goes Sour’. Putting your Sat Nav on you’re filled with hope that this piece of technology will guide you home. The frequent reality is that it’s taken you on a wild goose chase and the journey has taken far longer than it should. Motorists waste an average of 29 hours every year following bad Sat Nav directions. If you think about all the times this has happened to you it doesn’t seem too inaccurate.

When they work they are a fantastic time saver and some can even help you to avoid traffic jams.

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Most common reasons your car could fail its MOT and top pre-MOT checks

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So you’ve booked your car in for a MOT. In the lead up to D-Day, the heat is on and your brain starts going into overtime wondering what it could possibly fail on. Every journey you take you start to hear new noises. Was that rattle there before? The paranoia sets in and before you know it you’re researching payday loans to cover the imaginary bill. Don’t panic. The chances are your car will pass and if it doesn’t, it’s unlikely it will fail on several counts. In fact, over 50% of MOT’s fail on minor issues with bulbs, windscreens and tyres. In this article, we’ll go through the most common reasons your car could fail its MOT. We’ll also help you be more prepared for your MOT with a handy guide to Pre-MOT checks.

What is a MOT Test for?
A MOT is a means of testing a vehicle and its features for safety. A MOT doesn’t provide a guarantee that a car will be safe to drive for the next 12 months. But what it does do is provide a review of four significant safety systems: brakes, steering, suspension and tyres. If, during the MOT these areas do not meet the standards set then the car will fail the MOT.

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What is an MOT and servicing?

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When you get a car, regardless of whether you lease or buy, you have to get it MOT’d and serviced.

These happen at set intervals and yes, they do cost money. However, they are extremely beneficial and in the case of an MOT, a legal requirement.

But what is actually involved in an MOT and a Service?

In this article, we look at everything to do with MOT’s and Servicing including what they involve and how much they will cost.

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Manufacturers and their cars through the years

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You’ll have heard the phrase ‘They don’t make them like they used too”. Or “Nothing is built to last these days”. Usually uttered by the older generation in relation to things like microwaves. But from cars to hoovers to fridges, nothing is made like it was in yesteryear. There’s a good reason for that. Despite the conspiracy theories that everything we buy is micro chipped to malfunction almost immediately outside of warranty. I’m not joking. My mum for one is a firm believer of this.

The actual reason things aren’t made the way they used to be, is simply that technology has evolved. Machines have become more advanced and this has opened up additional opportunities for manufacturers the world over.

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Should I do a Business Lease or a Personal Lease?

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Nowadays, leasing is not just for businesses but also for private individuals and they work along the same lines with the same concept.

However, when looking at leasing deals, you may have noticed a significant difference between business and private leasing costs. There are some deals that are cheaper on business contract hire than they are on personal contract hire. And you may be wondering why.

In this article, we look at the different types of lease contracts for business and personal, and why business leasing is cheaper than personal leasing.

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How do cars work?

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Like an inquisitive 6 year old I was curious about how cars work. I mean I get in and drive my car every day. I know what all (ok most) of the pedals, levers, buttons do but how does the car actually work? How do these series of actions I take daily as a driver result in a four-wheeled piece of tin moving forward and backwards? I set about to find the answer to the question How do cars work? It was more complicated than I originally thought. Each collective of components works independently but feeds into one another. I’ll explain more in this article starting with……

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Business vs. Personal Leasing criteria

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When it comes to leasing, you might be trying to decide whether you want to lease personally or through your business. There are times when our customers start out wanting to lease personally and then change to business leasing, and vise-versa. But, is the criteria different? Naturally, there will be a slightly different criteria for business leasing than there is to personal. And, it’s important you know the differences before you decide which one is best for you. In this article, we look at the difference between the two leasing types, the difference in criteria, and which one would be best for you.

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Driving habits

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Do you think you have good or bad driving habits? If you’ve been on the road for a number of years and your driving test is a dim and distant memory. Then you should be a pretty experienced and competent driver. You will have a wealth of experience and a good understanding of the road. You might even consider yourself to be a pretty good driver. But, the longer you’ve been driving the more likely it is that you will have developed some bad habits over your time on the road. I would put good money on the fact you no longer drive with your arms firmly at 10 and 2 on the steering wheel for starters!

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Is Bentley reliable? An honest assessment of the prestigious brand

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Bentley is synonymous with luxury, prestige and quality car making. If you drive a Bentley, then you are sure to get a few, or several, envious looks as you drive through the city streets.

And, of course, with quality car making, luxury and prestige, you’re going to get reliability too, right, guys?

Guys?

Not so much. The thing is, Bentley aren’t exactly known for their reliability. In fact, the are possibly the most unreliable cars in Britain. A strong statement, but one that we can back up with evidence.

So in this article we are going to look at just how unreliable Bentley are, why, and how this fares against their other luxury competitors.

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Bizarre things people have been caught doing whilst driving

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This article was a lot of fun to write. I was amazed, amused and honestly horrified at some of the things people have been caught doing while driving. As we’ve covered in a previous article distractions while driving can be hazardous. There are some distractions that can’t be avoided such as an accident on the road, pedestrians behaving badly or a fellow road users reckless driving. But, this list is packed full of completely avoidable and utterly bizarre things people have been caught doing whilst driving.

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How Reliable are SEAT Cars? An Objective Look at the Spanish Brand

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Reliability is a big factor in choosing which car brand to go for. There’s no point spending money on a car only to spend more money getting it fixed.

The question of reliability is an interesting one, and there is proof that we Brits aren’t actually that good at judging how reliable a car will be. A study has shown that we rank prestigious German brands higher for reliability than they actually are, and we tend to shun the less luxurious brands, thinking that they are less reliable than they actually are.

And one of those brands that we thought more unreliable than it actually is, is SEAT. So, how reliable are SEAT cars?

In this article, we look at SEAT’s reliability and compare it to some of its main rivals.

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Kia Optima Diesel Sportswagon vs Ford Mondeo Diesel Estate vs Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer: Review & Comparisons

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Two facts: Estate cars have never looked so good, and Kia’s have never looked so good. The new Kia Optima Diesel Sportswagon is stylish, smooth, and cheap to run. What more can you want from Kia’s first foray into the family car class?
The Estate car is largely dying, but the SUV hasn’t stomped it to death just yet. And gunning for one last hurrah is the Optima Sportswagon. It’s not as practical as an SUV, and hardly as versatile. But if lengthy, spacious family cars are your thing, it’s gotta be well worth a look.
Kia don’t really do fun. They never have, and unless you can afford the range-topping GT models, they probably never will. Instead, they’re a brand focused on delivering comfortable and capable family cars. And this is something they do well.

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Kia Optima Plugin Hybrid Saloon vs BMW 330e vs Volkswagen Passat: Review & Comparisons

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The new Kia Optima Plugin Hybrid Saloon costs more to buy outright than the petrol and diesel models. But it’s cheap to run, comes with the brand’s excellent 7-year warranty, and contributes to what is otherwise a suave-looking large family car. The hybrid model is a new addition to the Optima family. It’s improved both emissions and economy significantly, and therefore makes sense to anyone who is either on a budget, or who cares about the environment. You get the Optima’s other great qualities too, including fantastic value and a roomy cabin.

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Keyless Cars

Keyless cars, risks, benefits and safety

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The new technology of keyless cars has received some negative press lately. A simple Google search for keyless cars delivers numerous tabloid articles about hackers and car theft. It’s scary reading. In this article, we will get to the real truth behind these keyless car stories. What are the real risks and are there any benefits to keyless cars? Read on for all the info.

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Who are the BVRLA? What do they do?

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The BVRLA is like a mum and dad to the car rental and leasing industry. The BVRLA teach car rental and leasing companies how to be good, responsible and downright wonderful to our customers. The independent body ensures that anyone who leases a car either long or short term have the protection that comes with choosing a BVRLA approved dealer or broker. In this article, we’ll take you through the membership requirements and rules we must follow and how this benefits our customers.

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Are Vauxhall’s Reliable? An Unbiased Look at the British Brand

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Vauxhall are synonymous with British industry. It’s one of the oldest established vehicle manufacturers in Great Britain, and something us Brits are very proud of.

However, there is one thing that tends to be overlooked when celebrating Vauxhall, and that’s its reliability.

How reliable are Vauxhall cars?

In this article, we look at whether Vauxhall’s are reliable and see how this measures up to its biggest rivals.

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Common Faults That Occur After Certain Mileage

Common faults that occur after certain mileage

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Owning a car comes with the financial responsibility of repairing and maintaining it. This is part of the course and an essential task every car owner must go through. It would be great to be able to be financially prepared for any needed repairs. But how do you know what will go wrong on your car and when? The simple answer is that you will never know for sure. That doesn’t mean, however, that you can’t at least be prepared for what might happen. This article sets about exploring some of the more common faults that occur after a certain mileage so you can be prepared.

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Land Rover Range Rover SUV vs Mercedes G Class vs Porsche Cayenne Petrol: Review & Comparisons

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Fancy owning the King of the SUVs? The commanding new Land Rover Range Rover SUV costs – gulp – up to £167,000. But prices start out from as low as £77,000, and for your money you get to travel in luxury in a car that protects you like an armed bodyguard. In corners there is plenty of grip, in slippery conditions it never loses its nerve, and it comes equipped with lots of safety tech.

However, it’s up against some real gladiators in this sector. Who’s going to come out on top?

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Is Ford reliable? An honest assessment of the American classic

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When looking for a new car, it’s important that you look at the reliability. Cars these days are extremely reliable compared to many decades ago, but that doesn’t mean they are all without fault.

One brand that has had a few problems with reliability is Ford. The classic American brand has been consistently low on reliability surveys and is constantly beaten by its Japanese competitors. In fact, American cars haven’t got the best reputation for reliability full stop.

So, how reliable are Ford? Have they been able to shake off the unreliability label they held in the 70s? In this article, we take a look at consumer reports and surveys and judge whether Ford cars are reliable, and how they fare against their competitors.

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Should I have a dashboard camera fitted in my lease car?

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Dashboard cameras, otherwise known as Dash Cams are wired into your car. They are front facing through the windscreen. Designed to start recording as soon as the engine is started. Clever stuff. Dash cams have an inbuilt memory and record on a continuous loop so all of your driving is recorded. They are designed to prove what happens during a car accident and to enable the insurance companies to prove who is at fault. The rise in popularity of the dash cam has been attributed to the increase in insurance scams in the UK. In fact, figures from market research company GFK show that dashcam sales have increased by 918% over the last 12 months. In this article, we look at the perks and drawbacks of a dashboard camera. We’ll also look to answer the question ‘Should I have a dashboard camera fitted in my lease car?’

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What Is a Black Box And Why Do I Need One?

What is a black box and why do I need one?

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A ‘black box’ is a term more commonly used to talk about aircraft. In an aircraft, the black box monitors the plane, how it is flown, the flight path and to discover the cause of aircraft accidents. For a car, the concept is similar. The black box monitors how the car is driven. It is primarily used to reduce car insurance premiums for high-risk drivers. In this article, we aim to answer the question ‘What is a black box and why do I need one?’

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Distractions when driving – Distracted drivers caused accidents

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Distractions when driving are all too common and distracted drivers can cause fatal accidents. With 1752 fatalities on Britain’s Roads in 2015, we look to investigate if distractions when driving are contributory factors. You might be surprised at the statistics in this article. We were shocked at how common and how dangerous distractions when driving are.
Distracted driving is usually divided into three components:
Visual – Distractions that cause drivers to take their eyes off the road.
Manual – Distractions that cause drivers to take their hands off of the wheel.
Cognitive – Distractions the cause drivers to divert their attention from the road.
Statistics show that up to 72% of drivers in the UK have admitted to multi-tasking whilst at the wheel. This dangerously high level of distracted drivers causes countless road accidents every year, often leading to serious injuries and fatalities

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Safety Features To Look For

Safety features to look for when leasing a new car

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Choosing to lease a new car is exciting. That brand new car smell is within your reach, now you’ve just got to decide which car you want. I say just…… it’s the biggest decision to make of the whole process. You must consider what the car will be primarily used for and what you will find most comfortable. Whether you want a petrol or diesel engine? In amongst all of these decisions, it’s easy to forget about safety features. But the safety features in your new car could be the difference between life or death so they are vitally important to consider. Yes, all cars must meet certain safety standards but some are definitely more safety conscious than others. In this article, we’ll take you through some of the key safety features to look for when leasing a new car.

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What is the Highway Code and why is it important?

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Regardless of whether you are a driver or not, you will have heard of the Highway Code. It’s probably one of the most important documents for every road user in the UK.

If you are a driver, a cyclist, a motorcyclist, a horse rider or a pedestrian, the Highway Code applies to you. All the time, day and night. Many of the rules in the Code are legal requirements and failure to follow this code could end up in fines, points on your licence or total disqualification. So, the Highway Code is a bit of a big deal.

But, what is it? And why is it so important?

In this article we look at everything to do with the Highway Code including it’s history and why it’s so important.

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How to overcome new driver anxiety

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Congratulations! You’ve passed your driving test! You’re now free to drive off into the sunset on your own!

While this might seem like a wonderful idea, and maybe one you’ve been waiting for, you might find yourself suddenly panicking about driving on your own. This is completely normal and you aren’t alone.

New driver anxiety is common, and it’s nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about. Mostuch of the time, you overcome new driver anxiety by becoming more confident at driving on your own. That said, we understand that it’s easier said than done. So there are other things that you can do to help overcome your anxiety.

In this article, we look at some of the things you might want to try, in order to help overcome new driver anxiety.

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New driver insurance do’s and dont’s

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Congratulations, you’ve passed your driving test! You are now free to drive off into the sunset on your own!

That is, once you get yourself insured on a car, of course.

Before you can drive off on your own you will have to make sure that your car is insured to allow you to do so. New driver car insurance can be a daunting prospect and we’re sure you’ve heard some horror stories about how much it costs to insure a car as a new driver.

Because you are a new driver, you are a higher risk to insurers. And, it’s a fact that you are more likely to have an accident as a young driver. This means that your insurance is going to be higher. That’s simply a fact that you will have to live with.

However, there are some things that you can do to help get the best insurance, and there are some things you shouldn’t do.

In this article, we look at the car insurance do’s and dont’s for new drivers.

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Is car leasing bad?

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Car leasing has become increasingly popular here in the UK over the past few years, for both business and personal use. More and more people are leasing their cars than ever before and many are seeing it as a viable option for getting their next car.

That said, despite its rising popularity, there is still a common misconception that car leasing is a bad idea. But is this the case?

You may have noticed already that we are a car leasing company. So you may be wondering why on earth we would discuss whether car leasing is a bad idea when we lease cars ourselves. That would be like McDonald’s telling you that fast food is unhealthy.

However, we at OSV pride ourselves on our transparency, and want our potential customers to know everything there is to know about car leasing before they actually lease a car. And that includes the downsides.

We know that car leasing isn’t for everyone, and it would be irresponsible of us to try and convince you otherwise. So in this article, we are going to look at times when car leasing wouldn’t be the best idea for you, and also quell some of the common misconceptions about car leasing while we’re at it.

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Top 10 Safe Cars

Top 10 safe cars | The top 10 cars putting safety first

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Modern motoring is about combining comfort, handling, safety and speed. Rounding up all of this in a neat and stylish package is no mean feat for car manufacturers. Often manufacturers must choose a priority factor in their design. Meaning that while some cars offer maximum comfort and great handling they could lack in speed and not offer so many safety features. The reason? It would be cost prohibitive to offer the best of everything.

Luckily all cars must meet certain safety specifications. In this article, we’ll go through the minimum safety requirements for UK vehicles. We’ll also round up the top 10 safe cars on the market. Make a good choice and put safety first with these top 10 safe cars.

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The difference between petrol and diesel

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When choosing to buy or lease a new car you’ll be faced with a multitude of decisions. Not less, whether to select a diesel or petrol vehicle for your needs. Diesel has become an increasingly popular option for drivers in the past decade. This is largely because UK government have hailed diesel to be more environmentally friendly. Similarly, diesel cars are more efficient, especially if you travel long distances regularly. In fact, it is their economic credentials which led the government to believe that diesel engines were a more environmentally friendly option. This has now been proven to be inaccurate.

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How to get your first car loan

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You’ve decided that you want a new car, but you’re going to have to take out a loan to do so.

Getting your first car loan can, at first, sound like a daunting prospect. The word loan comes with all sorts of connotations that can send people into a panic and phrases like interest rate and APR get thrown around, leaving people confused and put off.

However, getting a car loan isn’t scary, nor complicated. In fact, it’s a pretty simple process. But, we understand that unless you know that process, it might not seem that way.

And that’s where we come in. In this article, we’re going to look at how to get your first car loan, from the credit check to whether you might want to consider a guarantor.

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What are the limitations of a lease?

What are the limitations of a lease?

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Opting for a lease vehicle gives you a whole host of flexible options. Many consider leasing a car to be the cheapest way to get behind the wheel of a new car. While leasing offers a great deal more flexibility than purchasing a vehicle there are some limitations. In this article, I’ll go over all of the flexible options you have when choosing to lease and what are the limitations of a lease.

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Most Popular Car Manufacturers In Different Countries

Most popular car manufacturers in different countries

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Every country is different. We have different laws, different cultures, and we also have a different taste in cars. For example, in the UK, our most popular car brand is Ford. But, that’s not the case in Australia.

So, what are the most popular car manufacturers in different countries? In this article, we have a look at the top car brands in different countries across the world and their most popular cars.

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Do lease cars cost more to insure? | Tips to reduce insurance costs

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It’s important to do your research when thinking about leasing a car. This includes ensuring you plan your budget factoring in all of the additional costs. It’s worthwhile noting that typically your lease payments won’t include car insurance. You do still need to insure your lease car, but this will be an additional cost you’ll need to budget for. In this article, we’ll take you through ways to reduce your insurance premium and answer the important question, do lease cars cost more to insure?

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Fuel economy explained

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When you are looking at new cars and you are reading the top tips to finding a new car, you might come across people telling you to look at the fuel economy. But, what does it mean? And how does it work? In this article, we look at what fuel economy is, how it works, and why it’s important when looking at a new car.
What is fuel economy? Firstly, what do we mean when we talk about fuel economy?

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If I have a contract hire car, do I need a log book?

Do I need a log book for contract hire?

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Contract hire describes leasing a vehicle for a set time period. It offers flexible motoring for a fixed low monthly fee. It’s becoming increasingly popular with people who don’t want the hassle of selling on the vehicle at the end of their contract or the worry of depreciation. There are two types of contract hire. Personal contract hire (PCH) and Business contract hire. The only real difference between the two is that the business contract hire allows the VAT to be claimed back.

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The evolution of cars

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The car is one of those things we couldn’t possibly live without. Sure, you could take away our smartphones and our tablets, we’d complain but we would still be able to carry on with our lives. Take away our cars, however, and then there would be trouble.

Our cars do everything nowadays, you can make phone calls, compose text messages and some cars have their own wifi hotspots, and it won’t be before long that our cars drive us to our destinations.
So, when did it all start?
In this article, we look at the evolution of the car, from the first ever car to what’s next in the world of Automotive technology.

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Should I upgrade my car?

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If you’ve had your car for a while now, you might be wondering whether it’s time for an upgrade.

On average, it is expected that people will keep their cars for up to six years until they purchase another one. However, that number is changing and it doesn’t always apply to you. Should you upgrade your car? And if so, how should you go about it? In this article, we look at when you should upgrade your car, how you should upgrade it and whether you should go through a dealership or a vehicle broker.

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Are all lease cars brand new?

Are all lease cars brand new? | Can you get second hand lease cars?

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Are all lease cars brand new? Very simply, 99% of lease cars offered into the marketplace are brand new. Some finance companies will offer lease contracts on second-hand cars up to 12 months old but these aren’t commonplace. Second-hand car leases are known as VAT Qualifying vehicles. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of leasing a second-hand vehicle. We’ll also investigate why it’s not such a common occurrence.

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Top Cars For Carers

Top cars for carers | The Motability Scheme

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A car is a vital tool for Carers. In this article, we’ll be looking at a day in the life of a Carer. Once we know more about our Carers day-to-day activities we’ll list the top 5 cars we recommend as the top cars for Carers. Also taking a brief look at Motability and how you can receive discounted car hire if you provide care for someone else.

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