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For the last few weeks we’ve been spoilt with the glorious sunshine. Those lovely trips to the beach, shopping centres, days outs with family and friends – but, as the temperature rise we decided to ask the general public, their summer driving dislikes. 1. Being stuck behind a caravan or tractor Being stuck behind a … Continued
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]or the last few weeks we’ve been spoilt with the glorious sunshine. Those lovely trips to the beach, shopping centres, days outs with family and friends – but, as the temperature rise we decided to ask the general public, their summer driving dislikes.
We’re in the generation where our smart phones do more or less everything for us. Our obsession for technology has created some nifty apps which we use every day. Find out some of our favourite driving apps below that can help you save time, money and fuel. 1. Waze This has said to be one … Continued
We’re in the generation where our smart phones do more or less everything for us. Our obsession for technology has created some nifty apps which we use every day. Find out some of our favourite driving apps below that can help you save time, money and fuel.
Outstanding Finance Buying a car on finance is a great way to fund your dream car, however when it comes to buying and selling consumers need to be aware of the risks of outstanding finance.
According to studies carried out by road safety experts “THINK!”, 20% of accidents on major roads are sleep related – meaning that here in the UK we are driving tired now more than ever. So why is this? Are we working longer and commuting further? Are our social lives taking us further afield? Whatever the … Continued
According to studies carried out by road safety experts “THINK!”, 20% of accidents on major roads are sleep related – meaning that here in the UK we are driving tired now more than ever.
Is it time for your MOT? Here are 8 simple pre MOT checks you can do yourself to give your vehicle the best chance.
As the AVCIS Car Crime Awareness Week (17th – 23rd May) draws to a close, HPI is urging car buyers to remain vigilant at all times and highlights the potential dangers of buying a used vehicle. Car Crime Awareness week has served as an annual reminder for motorists to protect themselves from becoming a victim … Continued
You’ve done it! You’ve finally found that dream car! All you’ve got to do now is pay for it! Hooray! But hang on, the seller is asking for “CASH ONLY”, odd, but okay. You’ve fallen in love with the car already, so cash only is fine. But is it?
Whether it’s your first or fifth; buying a new car is always an exciting time. You spend a lot of time, effort and money into buying a used a car, so how to make sure you car is a good one, follow our car buyer’s guide.
As the latest series of BBC One’s, Don’t Get Done Get Dom hits our TV screens this Spring, consumer expert Dominic Littlewood takes the mantel once again to stand up for innocent consumers falling faul of wrong doers.
DVLA TACKLES MOTORING FRAUD The Driving Vehicle and Licensing Agency (DVLA) has the car taxation renewal process running online like clockwork and will soon be offering us affordable Direct Debit payment options. But a more major development for motorists is planned for October when they’ll stop issuing tax discs altogether. Clearly this will save taxpayers … Continued
Introducing the last technology – the HPI lie detector app. Have you ever wondered if the guy selling his car is actually telling the truth? Wouldn’t it be useful if there was an app that used voice metrics to analyse if a person was lying? Well now there is!
Paris car ban helps city cut pollution. Last Monday, the French government imposed a car ban in the city of Paris. The sanction was placed in a bid to help rid the city of major air pollution. The black cloud of smog, was said to have been caused by the warm days, cool nights and … Continued
Paris car ban helps city cut pollution. Last Monday, the French government imposed a car ban in the city of Paris. The sanction was placed in a bid to help rid the city of major air pollution. The black cloud of smog, was said to have been caused by the warm days, cool nights and … Continued
Clocked cars, what does it mean for you? The numbers are in! HPI have recorded that the number of clocked cars have risen by 3% in the UK.In 2013, we saw an increase in the number of vehicles on the road with a mileage discrepancy, possibly showing cars being clocked.
Does your car actually belong to you, or a finance company? At HPI, 1 in 4 cars checked by us is subject to a current outstanding finance agreement. Innocent buyers are purchasing cars without knowing the full history. Find out some of the outstanding finance horror stories that we have come across.
