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Nearly half of motorists (47%) feel they’ve overpaid for car repairs because of confusing jargon used by mechanics (MotorEasy survey of 2,000 motorists nationwide). Drivers hearing their ‘big end’ has gone or they’ve got ‘mayonnaise’ under their oil cap is causing them to lose faith in their garages. MotorEasy is calling time on confusing mechanic […]
Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond’s first Spring Statement announced yesterday was an update on the health of the UK economy and the state of the government’s finances, rather than laying out any major new tax or spending announcements. However, Mr Hammond did mention towards the end of the Statement that he would “help the […]
The 2018 SEAT Leon Cupra R may have only just landed in the UK, but all 24 models have already been sold out! This sports performance model was limited to a run of only 799 worldwide and features a host of upgrades and premium finish. UK editions of the car have 310PS power, a six […]
The Road Haulage Association has welcomed the heavy fine the European Commission has imposed on Scania for being part of a price fixing cartel over 14 years – but pointed out it does nothing to pay UK hauliers back for the money they’ve spent on overpriced lorries. Earlier, the Commission announced they were fining Scania […]
The Nissan Qashqai is absolutely ubiquitous on UK roads now. Since 2007 the Sunderland made car has been a huge success. Whether it’s being used for the school run or with the seats dropped for a trip to Ikea, the Qashqai can tackle just about everything. Petrol and diesel is available as well as two […]
Car brands, it seems, must have a 4×4 that is little and also one that is large. Skoda’s small SUV is the Yeti and it is very capable, smart and popular. However, it is in the smaller segment. Skoda was in need therefore of something larger to compete with the likes of the new Jaguar […]