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Oversteer, Understeer and Aquaplaning – Winter Driving Tips

In the UK, we’re used to ever-present grey skies, rainy days and the occasional visit from snow this time of year. What we’re not always prepared for however is losing control of our beloved cars.
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Join us and make the Road Safety Week Pledge

The 21st of November marks the beginning of Road Safety week. It was started by Brake in 1997 as a way to mitigate the tens of thousands of needless deaths and serious injuries on our roads each year.
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The Renault Twizy – Here’s what else you could buy for £8000

With the top spec Twizy costing just under £8000, it’s a great deal of money to part with for such a small bit of car. Here’s what else you could buy for £8000 and under (and these pack more than just flexi windows).
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Night Drive: Top Tips For Driving In The Dark

There are plenty of fun things you can do in the dark, but for many people, driving isn’t one of them. Accidents while driving at night make up 40 per cent of fatal and serious injuries on Britain’s roads.
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How to Prepare Your Car’s Paintwork For Winter

Winter is coming. Protect your car and its paintwork. Find out why winter is so harsh on our cars and how you can stay safe in our latest blog.
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A Guide To Personalised Number Plates

Know the facts about personalised number plates at Keith Michaels. Our latest blog is your guide to personalised plates and licenses.
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How To Get Your Car Stolen

Are you leaving your car open to being stolen? You might be putting your car at risk without even realising. Read here to find out more...
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Notice to all Midas Policyholders – EIC Provisional Liquidation

We write with reference to any Motor Insurance Policy with Midas, underwritten by Enterprise Insurance Company PLC (EIC). Unfortunately, on the 22nd July 2016 it was announced that the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) issued notice of direction to EIC to cease entering into any new contracts of insurance in order to protect the interests of their existing policyholders.
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Driverless Car Insurance

The Government has launched a consultation on changes to insurance rules and motoring regulations as it pursues its plans to allow driverless cars to take to the streets by 2020.
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How to Instantly Get Banned from Driving

Most of us are aware of what can get us points on our licence – but when it comes to instant bans, do you really know what could land you with one? If not, take a look and see what could disqualify you immediately so you can avoid a driving ban.
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Racing Back to Theatres – The Fast And The Furious

Over the last fifteen years, the Fast franchise has become Universal Pictures' most lucrative cash cow with worldwide box office takings of over $3.9 billion. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the franchise, the original film is being brought back for a limited theatrical release.
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Best Company Cars for your Business Car Fleet

It can be a daunting decision when it comes to choosing the right cars for your business fleet. You’ll need to decide on various priorities such as spaciousness, performance, looks, cost and mileage, as well as how much you’re willing to spend overall. That’s why we’ve put together this list of the best cars for your business fleet for various different requirements:
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The Top 5 Unluckiest Drivers On Earth

Have you ever had a bad day on the road? Maybe you got in a fender bender or received a speeding ticket. Well count yourself lucky, because on this Friday the 13th, we have compiled a list of the unluckiest drivers on earth.
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Top 5 Unique Locations for the Best Driving Holidays 2016

Planned your 2016 holiday yet? If it’s a driving holiday you want, we've included some unique ideas to help get you started…
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How To Appeal Parking Tickets Online

Drivers will be able to appeal parking tickets and bus lane offences online by the end of the year. A new service, developed by the Traffic Penalty Tribunal (TPT) and resolver.co.uk will help drivers more easily appeal their fines. The new service will ensure that decisions are made within a matter of days.
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