December 16, 2020
When Will Electric Cars Take Over? With the recent announcement that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars is set to be banned from 2030 instead of 2035, the United Kingdom is turning to electric cars and asking if the infrastructure will be in place for this deadline. Will schemes, grants and perks will […]
October 30, 2020
Relish the journey, not just the destination. This maxim, it would seem, still carries weight. And this is especially true for owners of performance cars in the UK. When testing the performance – speed, handling, etc – car owners can learn, and push, the strengths and weaknesses of their cars on one of many top […]
September 18, 2020
As the UK prepares for a greener future, where celebrated brands like Tesla lead the charge, having your next car as an electric option may seem increasingly tempting. New taxes or an early retirement, the road ahead for diesel cars is one running against limited mileage. It would seem as Government plans, recently accelerated to […]
September 9, 2020
In a recent announcement, UK motorists could now be fined for parking on pavements. The UK Government’s Department of Transport has released new proposals to make walking safer and easier for families and for those with disabilities, such as visual impairments. Pavement parking has historically been banned in London for 50 years now, but outside […]
September 7, 2020
Once sceptical, the American and European car markets have gradually embraced Japanese imports and brands alike. Impressing beyond their domestic market, automakers like Honda, Toyota, and Nissan – nowadays big market names – are very reliable. Many have noted that Japanese carmakers have historically been associated with manufacturing long-lasting and durable vehicles. With the passage […]
August 11, 2020
Britain’s very first Dutch-style roundabout has this month opened to the public in Cambridge, and local residents aren’t happy about it. Described as a ‘killing zone’ and ‘confusing’, with the cost of the scheme originally estimated at £800k, residents are furious at the final outcome of the project costing £2.3m. The difference between this Dutch-style […]
July 28, 2020
The DVLA announced last week that driving tests will resume after a long three-month break. This will mean learner drivers will be back on the road immediately, although they do still need to have passed their theory test within the last two years to be able to take their test. There will unfortunately be no […]
June 18, 2020
Boris Johnson is considering proposals to give drivers up to £6,000 to exchange their petrol or diesel car for an electric model – according to reports. The Telegraph newspaper has reported that the government may use a speech on the economy on July 6th, to set out plans for a ‘scrappage scheme’ regarding electric cars. […]
May 13, 2020
Where are you allowed to drive from today? Lockdown rules have now been relaxed in England from Wednesday 13th May, allowing people to “drive to other destinations”. Although, in Wales people cannot travel a significant distance from their homes. There has been a lot of confusion around these new rules, including driving from England to Wales to exercise, which you cannot do. A statement from the government is […]
