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Women to pay more for insurance as EU ruling comes into force
The women of this great country could be paying much more for their insurance policies as a new EU ruling comes into force this coming Friday 21st December. The ruling will mean that insurers will no longer be able to take into account the sex of the policy holder...
New Ford Kuga costs less but gives you more
In today's world, giving you more for less is quite unseen unless you are in the market for a 4 door crossover SUV with a blue oval badge. Ford has just released it's pricing for the new 2013 model Kuga and surprisingly the entry level Zetec will set you...
Be prepared for the worst this winter with our top tips
With Winter settling in for the Christmas period, we all need to make sure we are prepared for the weather and road conditions that lie ahead over the winter months. The UK has already seen its fair share of extreme conditions this year with floods causing chaos in...
Audi lets you calculate your running costs so you don’t have to
We've said it before and we'll say it again, its not always cheaper to buy a diesel. Working out your running costs for your new purchase can be tricky for those without a mind for maths, so luckily Audi will gladly do the sums for you. Audi's new online fuel...
NICE: Foot and pedal power should be the norm for short journeys
According to National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence "NICE", the UK should opt for foot and pedal power for short journeys. They say that trips that could be achieved in 15 to 20 minutes should be undertaken the old fashioned way to kerb what they...
Hypermiling Holiday, choosing the right rental car could save you cash
For many holiday makers, having the freedom that comes with hiring a car is the best way to take in the very most of what your host country has to offer. You can get off the tourist trail and discover many fantastic locations and attractions that would be otherwise...
New York City fuel rationing ends tomorrow
The effects of Hurricane Sandy are likely to last a lifetime for many people on the East coast of the UK, but at least motorists in New York will see an end to the fuel rationing bought on by the "Super Storm" tomorrow.Fuel rationing was introduced due to the damaged...
UK fuel duty rise could be scrapped amid pressure from opposition and pressure groups
Pressure from fuel lobby groups such as FairFuelUK and the government's opposition could see the planned 3p a litre fuel duty rise delayed or even scrapped if the chancellor backs down. The move to quell the planned duty increase has been gaining momentum with much of...
The curse of the diesel particulate filter (DPF)
**Update** This article has been very popular with our visitors, therefore we have put together a frequently asked questions page for DPF diesel particulate filters to help our fellow motorists. More people than ever now choose diesel over petrol for their car...
Greener tyres could save UK businesses £500 million in fuel
Research by the Energy Saving Trust (EST) suggests that UK businesses could save up to £500 in fuel costs by opting for fuel efficient tyres.The report comes as new EU legislation comes into force which will require tyre manufacturers to clearly label their products...