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Local car retailer invites Exeter drivers to be among the first to experience its latest fully electric model

An Exeter car retailer is inviting local drivers considering the switch to electric to get behind the wheel of its latest fully electric model at an exclusive preview event.

Vertu Volvo Exeter, on Matford Park Road, an approved Volvo retailer, is opening its doors to drivers from across Exeter to be among the first in the UK to experience and test drive Volvo's latest fully electric SUV.

Recently voted the UK's most exciting upcoming new car at the What Car? Awards just one day after its global reveal, the EX60 will be available to test drive for the first time at Vertu...

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The advantages and disadvantages of leasing a car

Is car leasing beneficial?

There are some distinct advantages and disadvantages to leasing a car compared to simply outright buying it. The choice of which avenue you choose to go ultimately depends on your current, individual situation and where you are financially. Today we will explain how car leasing works, what the advantages and disadvantages are, and how leasing a car may be beneficial to you.

How car leasing works

If you were to buy a car, you are free to use it however you please. However, you’ll also be responsible for covering the costs of any repairs needed - and repairs are always inevitable...

Green car sales boom in difficult market says government report

Ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) registrations shot-up by 125% during 2020 compared to the year before, according to new figures from the Department for Transport.

There was more good news for ULEV manufacturers, with registrations speeding-up over the course of year, which helped put 179,000 registered cars on the road by the end of 2020.

After ULEVs, alternative fuel cars enjoyed 87% growth, with 338,000 vehicles being registered for the first time. Hybrid Electrics also proved popular as did Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) with 164,000 and 107,000 new registrations...

Jeep AX15 manual transmission swap

It’s important to look at what your Jeep is equipped with. You want all of the strength that you can possibly get, especially if you’re planning on driving on rugged terrain. The AX5 is the standard transmission, and it’s a light-duty one. The moment you equip your Jeep with such things as larger tires and lower gears, you’ll want added drivetrain strength – and that’s when you’ll want to swap in a rebuilt AX15 manual transmission .

Making the swap is relatively easy, though you’ll want to know how to handle the modification from start to finish.

Start with getting an AX15...

Emergency services join forces for ‘My Red Thumb’ Day 2021

Starting today (12 May 2021), Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service – with partners from Devon and Somerset County Council, the Devon Air Ambulance, Devon and Cornwall Police, Avon and Somerset Police and Highways England (and others) – will take part in a social media road safety campaign My Red Thumb Day.

My Red Thumb Day is a national campaign aimed at drivers and passengers. It highlights the importance of not being distracted by a mobile device while driving.

Drivers and their passengers are being asked to break the habit of looking at or using mobile devices...

These are the 5 most customisable luxury cars

The most customisable luxury cars around| Luxury cars built for customization| sports and deluxe vehicles that are easy to customize| Sports and luxury vehicles that enable you to express yourself

7 Car accessories that you'll actually use

Here we are not delivering a magical wand to make your car high-tech; rather, we are discussing some helpful car accessories that might amaze you. There is a slight chance that you might never know there are cool gadgets available for the car that work as top-level amusement, exciting you every time you step into the car.

Out of the park, the modern car comes with high-tier technology features like an LCD rearview mirror, remote car starter, electric kettle, and many more. However, you can manually install each of these accessories in your car at a cost as low as $100. If you are...

Can you get guaranteed car finance?

Unfortunately, car finance companies and brokers can’t guarantee car finance to their customers. It would be impossible to get someone approved for finance without any of their details, verification and evidence that they will pay their loan back. It would be irresponsible on the lenders behalf and can also result in the customer getting into financial trouble if they can afford to pay back their loan or finance.

You should be wary of companies advertising guaranteed car finance as just like in life, there are no guarantees. Some finance companies who offer guaranteed car finance...

A History of the Iconic Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is arguably one of the most iconic cars sold in the UK today. It’s instantly recognisable from its dinky proportions and dome like shape with a quirky retro styling that pays homage to its roots in the mid-20th century.

Since then the Fiat 500 has come a long way, from its humble beginnings as an affordable car in post-war Italy to a resurgence in 2007, the Fiat 500 has enjoyed success on more than one occasion thanks to its seemingly unending popularity

With the latest release of the ground breaking Fiat 500e all-electric model earlier this year and the...

Why tyres are one of the most important compoents on your car

When we need to change tyres on our car, we usually only look for the part number on it, before calling our favourite garage and tell the owner we need to change the tyres on our car. He will check if he has this item in storage, so you can come by the next day. If not, he’ll order them, without asking you which brand you want, most of the time. But maybe, next time, you should do a little search online and choose the brand you want. Here is why.

Different Tyres will provide a different Driving Experience

There’s an expression that says “as long as the shoe fits.” It...

Snows sells £37m worth of cars online as it prepares to exit lockdown

In spite of car showrooms remaining closed for many months during lockdown and many workers being furloughed, there has been some hope for those working with online retail. Snows, which operates 50 car dealerships from 29 sites across the south of England, has been one such success story, revealing today that it has sold over £37m worth of cars since making online car buying a reality.

The forward-thinking car retailing group, which employs over 900 people regionally and sells car brands such as SEAT and Toyota, has been quick to see the benefits of online car retail, blending...

Motoring

Local car retailer invites Exeter drivers to be among the first to experience its latest fully electric model

Is car leasing beneficial?

Green car sales boom in difficult market says government report

Jeep AX15 manual transmission swap

Emergency services join forces for ‘My Red Thumb’ Day 2021

These are the 5 most customisable luxury cars

7 Car accessories that you'll actually use

Can you get guaranteed car finance?

A History of the Iconic Fiat 500

Why tyres are one of the most important compoents on your car

Snows sells £37m worth of cars online as it prepares to exit lockdown

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