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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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What to Do if You Ever Get Caught Driving Under Influence

Whether it’s driving back home from a boozy party or a “gardening” session at a friend’s place, instances of DUIs are sadly all too common nationwide. It may be that you’ve failed to make prior arrangements, got an emergency across town, and had no other choice but to get behind the wheel. Regardless, getting pulled over under these circumstances can get you in quite a bit of trouble. So, to help you minimize the damage, we go over what you should and shouldn’t do, as well as how to behave if you’re ever caught driving under the influence.

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Baby on Board: What are the Best Cars for Car Seats?

Certain vehicles are better for car seats than other. Check out this guide to figure out the best cars for car seats and keep your little one safe.

As a new parent, you would do just about anything to keep your baby safe. And that should most certainly include a safe way for them to travel in the car.

But instead of spending hours researching car models and car seat models, just read the brief guide below for everything you need to know about the best cars for car seats.

Best SUV For Car Seats

If you're looking for space for kids and cargo, consider a...

The memory mishaps that could cost drivers thousands of pounds

Drivers are risking thousands of pounds of fines or even losing their licence due to forgetting to renew every-day costs such as their MOT, tax, or car insurance.

MoneySuperMarket has dived into DVSA, DVLA and Department of Transport data to reveal the number of drivers who forget to renew important car documents .

According to the latest figures from the DVSA, over 7 million people were late in renewing their MOT in 2019, putting themselves at risk of being fined up to £1,000. However, the data showed that 81% of all late MOTs were renewed within three months of their...

Tips for safe car shipping services to another state

According to Move.org, Americans prefer moving to different states for professional reasons or better income opportunities. In 2018-19, around 34% of the US citizens moved to different states to enjoy a better standard of living.

But, shipping a car to another state may have different reasons. You either have to give the car to someone in another state, or you do not want to drive the vehicle for such long distances when relocating. Hence, the best solution to these problems is hiring the best car shipping company and following these tips.

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11 Helpful Tips to Use While Learning to Drive

If you want to learn driving a car, you have to make it a goal and try until you achieve it. That’s because learning to drive is indeed a stressful and time-consuming task. Many of them give up this learning process in the mid-way, but if you have decided to learn driving regardless of the efforts, then nothing can stop you from achieving it.

When you start learning to drive, you will have to consider a lot of things such as maintaining balance, paying attention, gathering information about the basics of driving, etc. Although the task can be overwhelming and stressful at the...

The Best and Worst Places to Drive in the UK

Road rage often gets the better of the best of us, and it can undoubtedly be seen in some of the UK’s most congested roads. On the other hand, some of the more leisurely, scenic routes can make you never want to leave this beautiful country.

After buying a car on finance , safety, congestion and parking costs all add to what we think are quality places to drive through. They also reveal some of the more nightmarish places!

With ten UK cities making it into the 100 strong global index , it’s safe to say that the UK is home to some fascinating vehicle-filled landscapes....

s bigger really better: Why today’s cars are over 63% bigger - and what this means for the future

Cars are getting bigger, there’s no doubt about it, and it seems UK infrastructure can’t keep up with our ever-growing vehicles, leaving drivers in a spot of bother on the roads.

To find out just how much cars are expanding, Zuto analysed 14 of the UK’s most popular cars to see the difference in size in comparison to the original versions.

From the 14 models analysed, nine have almost DOUBLED in size, meaning there is twice as much room inside, but half as much on the road.

Research shows that the Ford Mustang has seen the biggest change, with a 63% increase in...

Factors That Affect Your Car Loan Approval

Getting a car loan can be considered as a significant personal investment. There can be several important reasons why you want to buy a car and why you need a car loan if ever your current financial resources are not enough to get one. Car loans are a popular option for people these days as it helps them secure their purchase faster than accumulating their savings to buy a car. However, securing a car loan approval can have varying requirements depending on the financial institution or loan provider offering the service. Here, we’ll discuss some of the factors that can affect your car...

Weekend car use nearing pre-lockdown levels

Weekend car use is returning to pre-lockdown levels, according to figures released this week by the Department for Transport (DfT). However, weekday car trips are still well below normal.

While weekday car use remained on a par with weekend use through much of the lockdown, weekend car trips have risen more sharply than weekday journeys over the last four weeks.

The weekend of 11 and 12 July was 7% below pre-lockdown levels, whereas the average daily weekday figure was down 19% last week, 13-17 July, and by 22% for the week before that, 6-10 July.

The research...

Country living has never looked so stylish

A rugged pickup truck is certainly a man’s best friend out on the ranch, but sometimes you want a bit more style and comfort when going into town to load up on supplies. While not as common as they once were, station wagons are still the practical and dependable family cars they have always been. But now, they’re ultra-modern and more stylish than ever before. And though there are a number of clean-cut models that get the job done for cheap, more than a few have more power under their hood than your truck. This enables them to deliver an exhilarating driving experience that you won’t...

Motoring

First Geely showroom to open in Exeter

What to Do if You Ever Get Caught Driving Under Influence

Baby on Board: What are the Best Cars for Car Seats?

The memory mishaps that could cost drivers thousands of pounds

Tips for safe car shipping services to another state

11 Helpful Tips to Use While Learning to Drive

The Best and Worst Places to Drive in the UK

s bigger really better: Why today’s cars are over 63% bigger - and what this means for the future

Factors That Affect Your Car Loan Approval

Weekend car use nearing pre-lockdown levels

Country living has never looked so stylish

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