YOUNG DRIVER INSURANCE

Your car won’t run without oil. But how much oil does your car need to run? Plus, there are different types of car oil available. Which one is right for your car? This is an essential guide to car oil. We’ll address some of your car oil FAQs, and where possible, we’ll link to other … Read more

Why is your car making that noise? Should your car be making that noise? What does it mean? This is a short guide to the strange and unusual noises your car might make while you’re driving it. Some car noises are perfectly normal. Others might suggest that you’re doing something wrong, or that your car … Read more

Making sure your tyres have the right pressure is essential for your tyres’ longevity and reliability, as well as the safety of you and your passengers. What should my tyre pressure be? It all depends on the car you drive. Different cars require different levels of tyre pressure. Different circumstances will also demand different tyre … Read more

In the hot summer months, a lot of us like to keep cool by wearing flip-flops – or, wherever possible, going barefoot. But is it OK to do this in the car? Is it illegal to drive barefoot or in flip-flops? Let’s take a look at what UK law has to say about this issue. … Read more

During the Coronavirus lockdown, the government allowed UK motorists to delay their MOT for six months. This extension came to an end on 1 August 2020. MOTs are now mandatory once again. It It Illegal To Drive Without an MOT? It is illegal to drive without an MOT. Driving without an MOT is a serious … Read more

The world of work is always changing. If you’re worried about your job security, you might have considered diversifying. You know how to drive, so maybe you can become a taxi driver, or a delivery driver. Maybe you could buy a van – people always need vans! The bad news is that you can’t drive … Read more

How long does a car battery last? Most car batteries last three years, sometimes longer. But just how long your battery lasts depends on many things, including the sort of car you drive, how often you drive it, and a few other factors. With proper care and efficient driving in the optimal conditions, a car … Read more

With the Coronavirus epidemic and the lockdown that followed, everyone in the UK had to make numerous adjustments. What is the Coronavirus MOT Extension? For example, if your vehicle’s MOT was due on or after 30 March 2020, the government gave you a six month extension on your MOT expiry date. The only stipulation was … Read more

Different types of cars need different types of batteries. Choose the wrong battery for your car, and your car won’t run like it should. In fact, with the wrong battery, your car might not run at all. Car batteries power almost everything, including certain things you depend on to keep you safe on the road, … Read more

It is not illegal to drive in pyjamas. In recent weeks, many people have shared an article on social media discussing “new motoring laws”. The article states that, “the new legislation means that anyone caught wearing pyjamas behind the wheel of a car will receive a minimum of six penalty points and a £200 fine.” … Read more