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First Geely showroom to open in Exeter

Exeter residents will soon be among the first to get behind the wheel of the Geely EX5, theall-electric SUV from new Chinese brand Geely, thanks to Hendy Group opening the first Geely dealership in the city this monthon Marsh Barton Road. Geely is one of the world’s biggest manufacturers of electric vehicles (EVs) and owns a number of iconic vehicle brands including Polestar and Volvo.

The Geely EX5 is a feature-packed C-segment SUV that will be available in three trim levels, beginning with the entry-level SE from just £31,990 OTR. The mid-range ‘Pro’ trim adds Goodyear tyres...

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Green number plates available at Hendy Group

Motorists with new and used zero emission cars will be able to have their vehicles fitted with the new green number plates at all Hendy dealerships in Devon.

The plates, which feature a green strip on the left hand side of the registration number, identify zero emission vehicles. It is hoped that they will help local authorities implement new policies such as cost-free entry into zero emission zones, and encourage more people to make the switch to eco-friendly driving ahead of the ban on traditional fossil fuel vehicles in 2030, recently moved forward from 2040.

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Icy conditions possible on Christmas Day followed by Storm Bella on Boxing Day

Widespread freezing conditions could impact Devon’s roads on Christmas Day, while Boxing Day could see the county battered by gale force winds and heavy rain.

Devon County Council is warning that following the recent downpours, tonight’s cold snap could create icy patches tomorrow morning (25 December).

With road surface temperatures expected to drop below -3°C by tomorrow morning, gritting teams will be salting from this afternoon and overnight. Freezing roads are likely to be present in the county from 6pm this evening until 10am tomorrow morning, with any ice that...

Five Ways to Get Yourself Ready for Your Driving Test

A driving test can be a daunting and nerve-racking experience, especially if you have waited for the day for a long time. Recently, driving tests have been allowed to take place again after national lockdowns and restrictions were lifted, due to the pandemic. Some areas, such as in Birmingham, has seen wait times of up to 15 weeks for taking a test, with other places seeing just three weeks.

Whatever the length of time you have between your lessons and your driving test, there are several ways you can prepare yourself and make sure you feel completely ready. In this guide, we’ve...

Tips and Tricks to Save Big on Your First Car

Buying your first car is a big step but can also be at a significant cost. Anyone in the market for a new vehicle knows just how much financial responsibility is needed to own a car, and as a smart consumer, you want to do everything you can to save as much as possible. Here are some tips and tricks to help you do that.

Buying Used

One of the best ways to get a good value on vehicles is buying used. There are huge used car markets, and if you are willing to dedicate enough time, you can truly find some good deals. The benefit of buying a used car as your first vehicle is that you...

The best cars for winter driving

With British winters ranging from mild and wet, to freezing and covered in snow for three months, you need a car that will get you through the winter months. The best type of car for tackling the British winter is a Sports Utility Vehicle (or SUV as it’s more commonly known) with four-wheel drive, and the advantages of this type of vehicle include:

A high seating position
High ground clearance
Lots of grip in slippery conditions
Plenty of passenger space

Think of SUVs 4x4s and you’ll probably think of large SUVs or tough but...

Should I buy personalised number plates?

In most countries, you will have the option of buying your own number plates – not just the physical item, but the numbers or letters used to actually create it. As long as something hasn't been taken already and can legally fit into the system properly, there are plenty of reasons that you might want to get your own personalised registrations.

Why Get One?

People get custom personalised registrations for plenty of reasons, some more important than others. For example, a lot of people will buy plates as presents that match the name of somebody they are giving the plate to (using...

Insurance fronting: Is it worth the risk?

A staggering survey conducted by AA Ireland concluded that many parents of new drivers have in the past or are currently listing themselves as the main driver of a car primarily used by one of their children. This practice, commonly known as “fronting,” allows parents and children to avoid the rocket high insurance premiums associated with new drivers.

These high insurance premiums are the result of a risk-calculation conducted by insurance companies to determine how likely it would be for a driver to get into an automobile accident. Because of this, young people are especially...

Tips to Clean Alloy Wheels

Alloy wheels tend to be the most popular kind of wheels found nowadays. Many vehicles that are brand new possess the clear-coated type of allow wheels. However, some drivers make these better with some aftermarket polished allow wheels. The more you maintain your car the better it will look and work.

The following are some tips to help you clean your alloy wheels.

Select the correct cleaner

This is an important part of the process and it is necessary you chose a good one. It depends on what you want to handle. It is possible to get one that handles simple dust...

Drivers could have saved almost £300 on car insurance this year

UK motorists could have saved as much as £300 over the year on their car insurance, after being charged for miles that they did not use due to two national lockdowns.

Car insurance premiums are based largely on the expected mileage you will complete in the upcoming year, along with other factors such as your claims history, age and type of vehicle.

According to analysis from Finder, drivers could have saved money by switching to pay-as-you-go insurance policies, rather than a full annual policy. With pay-as-you-go, you are given a fixed fee for cover over a few weeks or...

How to Enjoy a Long Car Ride

One thing most humans can agree on is that road trips are fun. However, they are only fun for about the first fifteen minutes into the trip, after which the initial excitement starts to fade. In time, we’ve begun to understand that what’s fun is the idea of a road trip and the destination itself, but the part where we spend hours in a state of limbo between the two destinations is usually quite boring. This is why most people often put serious thought into how they will pass the time during long drives, and that’s why we have prepared this guide. Here are some ideas that will keep you...

Motoring

First Geely showroom to open in Exeter

Green number plates available at Hendy Group

Icy conditions possible on Christmas Day followed by Storm Bella on Boxing Day

Five Ways to Get Yourself Ready for Your Driving Test

Tips and Tricks to Save Big on Your First Car

The best cars for winter driving

Should I buy personalised number plates?

Insurance fronting: Is it worth the risk?

Tips to Clean Alloy Wheels

Drivers could have saved almost £300 on car insurance this year

How to Enjoy a Long Car Ride

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