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    4 Things to Consider When Your Kid Buys Their First Car

    11/08/2020 /

    All kids are excited to get their very first car, but unless they’ve spent years doing their homework and researching the best first cars for teens, they are going to need some assistance. Even if they have done their homework, the chances their dream car is slightly out of budget, not to forget inappropriate, are pretty high. Because of this, you must consider what your kid needs from a first car.  New Versus Used  The first thing to consider when buying a car, especially one for your child, is whether you want to purchase an old car or a new car. Unless you have more money than sense, there’s no…

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    Dreaming of a Post-Lockdown Jeep Adventure

    08/05/2020 /

    I’m sure most of us are dreaming of the things we will do once we are allowed to go back to living a normal life. There are the simple things like meeting a friend for coffee, having play dates or simply a casual visit to the shops. Then there are the bigger dreams, personally I have enjoyed planning some global adventures that we hope to go on in the future. One of the things I would love to do is go on a Jeep adventure… I’ve always loved Jeeps, in fact I remember asking for one for my Barbies when I was little. Modern days Jeeps not only retain the…

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    Things To Consider When Financing A Car

    13/04/2020 /

    Financing a car can be something that’s an alternative to paying for a vehicle in one lump sum. For many households, that’s something that isn’t possible as not everyone has the savings or disposable income to make that big of an expenditure. Here are some things to consider when financing a car. Choose The Right One That Works For Your Budget The first thing to think about is your budget in general. Regardless of whether you do the finance option or not, there’s still going to be an amount that needs to be paid, and that amount is only likely to increase when these financial plans have interest fees attached…

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    Top Tips For Car Seat Safety You Need

    17/03/2020 /

    When you become a parent, you get bombarded by lists of essentials online. In parenting groups, parenting websites and beyond, you’ll be told all of the different things that your new baby will need. One of the things on that list will be a car seat for your new baby and boy, are you going to face a whole range of different issues when it comes to car seats! Children’s car seats are complicated. You’d think it would be easy: strap them in and off you go. However, you need to know the rules of rear-facing car seats, forward facing car seats, car seats and airbags – the list goes…

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    Why Updating Your Car May Save You Money

    17/03/2020 /

    If you are one of the many people that are proud to be frugal, then the thought of buying a new car when you have one that drives probably seems insane, right? Well, what if we told you that if you choose to update your car, you may actually save some money? The first thing you would probably do is tell us to shut up, but the truth is, that’s exactly what we are going to be saying to you today.  When it comes to your current car, there are probably so many costs and things that you do not think of, and over the course of a year, you…

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    Car Finance: What Is It & Can It Help You Save Money?

    15/01/2020 /

    Buying a car is one of the most costly purchases in your life. Some people spend £20,000 on a new car, and then they drive it for a handful of years before selling it and spending the same amount on a new one. It’s an expensive thing to buy, so you need to explore different ways of making this purchase.  That brings us to car finance. If you’re looking to buy a car, then you’ve definitely encountered this. However, you may be unsure what it really is, how it works, and if it can help you save money when buying your car. So, here’s a short guide to help you…

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    Cutting the Cost of Owning a Car

    10/01/2020 /

    The cost of running a car is high, but it’s an expense that you can’t really avoid. When you have a family that needs to be driven around and you need to get to and from work, you can’t really go without. A lot of families find that the running costs of a car put a lot of strain on their monthly budget, which leaves them in a tricky situation. If you find yourself in that situation, you’ll be pleased to know that you could be saving a lot of money by making a few simple changes. These are the best ways to cut the cost of owning a car. …

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  • Driving

    How To Ensure You Have A Safe Journey Every Time

    08/05/2019 /

    If you’re regularly taking long journeys in your car it is important you’re being as safe as you can possibly be. Whilst safety will often come naturally to most drivers, there are a lot of things that people have forgotten as they become more and more comfortable on the road. Whether you’re travelling for work or travelling with kids, you and your passenger’s safety should always be your first priority. With that in mind, here are several ways to ensure you have a safe journey each and every time: Know Your Route In Advance The first thing you need to do is to ensure you know your route in advance.…

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    Finding a Family Car You’ll Love

    22/03/2019 /

    For most families, a car is a hugely important thing. If you don’t have a car, then many things will likely be more difficult, and as such it is one of the first things that a lot of new families in particular will need to look into. When you are on the market for a family car, however, you might well struggle to work out what it is that you will need to look for specifically, in order to ensure that you end up with something you are going to find useful, practical and enjoyable to drive. In this article, we will look at some of the pointers you might…

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    Cutting the Cost of Car Ownership

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    Running a car becomes more expensive every year which is just one of the reasons more people are turning to other modes of transports such as motorcycles, bicycles, trains and buses. However, this is not a viable option for everyone and sometimes owning a car is vital. Here are a few tips that will help keep the running costs down, and make it easier for you to keep your car on the road. Check Out Insurances Car insurance can vary greatly from company to company. It is affected by your age, your driving experience, your postcode, and several other factors. There are some things that different insurance attach more or…

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