Why is the price of petrol going up?
Since May last year, the price of fuel has been on the rise. Whether it’s petrol or diesel, the price is rising and if it continues, it won’t be long…
Category: Driving
We make using your car easy. Topics we explain include dealing with a breakdown, stopping car theft and choosing driving instructors
I’ve heard of electric car charging cables being stolen. How vulnerable are they?
There has been an increase in the number of stories around electric car charging cables being stolen. The AA even says it could be the next car crime wave to…
I’m thinking of buying an electric car. Are there enough charging points?
Charging for electric cars is one of the big question marks for potential owners. After all, you wouldn’t buy a petrol or diesel car if there were doubts over how…
I want Apple CarPlay for my 2012 Volkswagen Golf TSI
Back in the day, when radio/cassettes (remember them?) were so easy to steal car crime was rampant, it was easy to upgrade your sound system. Now with built-in systems, it’s…
I was fined for driving in one of the new low traffic neighbourhoods. Is this legal?
Low traffic neighbourhoods are increasingly becoming a fact of life for city dwellers. Unfortunately, if you’ve been caught and fined for driving in one when you shouldn’t, that’s perfectly legal.…
When are driving tests resuming in the UK?
Driving tests and lessons have been suspended since the end of 2020. Lessons will start again on 12 April 2021 with driving tests resuming from 22 April 2021. But there…
What is a Euro 6 car and is there such a thing as Euro 7?
There has been strict European legislation enforcing exhaust emissions from cars for nearly 30 years. The most up to date of those standards is Euro 6. Read on to find…
I see low emissions zones mentioned more and more. What are they?
Low emissions zones (LEZ) were first introduced in and around London. They are now appearing all over the UK. Although they sound quite scary for car drivers, most of us…
My mother is finding movement difficult. How can I get a blue badge for my car?
Your local council issues blue badges to make parking easier for people with disabilities. They are designed to enable people who finding getting around difficult to access shops and local…
Driving: Are there any circumstances where I don’t have to wear a seat belt?
We’re not sure why you might not want to wear a seat belt. After all, they are designed to save your life if you have a crash. As a consequence,…