Digidentity Helps London Residents Safeguard Against Identity Theft During Self-Assessment
With identity theft on the rise and data privacy top of mind, there’s never been a better time to create a secure digital identity.
Insight: the realities of car ownership
We recently did a survey into car ownership it threw up some fascinating results…
The fastest-selling used cars in the UK
Use our new free tool to find the 5 fastest selling cars in a specific UK region along with their average selling prices.
The value of a service history
How important is the service history when it comes to buying or selling a car. How is the car’s value affected and what kind of service history should it have?
The rise of the ULEZ
The first Low Emissions Zone was introduced in London a decade ago, air pollution has become more of a problem across the UK which is why more local authorities are introducing their own LEZs, CAZs and ULEZs.
Future Classics Car Value Tool
Future Classics has been compiled by using real-world used car adverts from around the UK; you can even see how many adverts there are for each car and where in the UK the car for sale is based.
I Can’t Afford My PCP Payments – Can I Cancel My Contract?
If you bought your car on PCP but your finances have gone awry, a Voluntary Termination might be an option worth considering. Read our post to find out what you can do and what it might cost to terminate the agreement.
How long do you leave your dashboard lights on?
We’ve looked into UK driver’s perceptions of urgency in regards to dashboard warning lights and have discovered which lights we’re most likely to ignore.
How the Colour of Your Car Affects its Value
If you plan on keeping your brightly coloured car for more than a couple of years, be aware that its value might not stay as bright as its paintwork!
How long do you sit in traffic every day?
We’ve looked into the cost of rush hour traffic in different cities around the UK and how many hours an individual spends in traffic delays each year…
Would you buy a car via a mobile app?
For years, the golden rule that has applied when buying a car is that you should always try before you buy, yet an increasing number of consumers are prepared to purchase a new or second-hand vehicle without first putting it to the test. As part of our research into the future of motoring, we quizzed … Continued
10 ‘drop tops’ for under £10k
Now the sun has finally put in a long overdue appearance, we’ve compiled a list of convertibles that motorists can pick up for under £10k. Motoring expert Clive Wilson* identifies ten cars that are relatively cheap to acquire, great for enjoying the sunshine and could even potentially be a good investment in some cases. Here’s … Continued
TV’s Greatest Ever Car Adverts
Here we reveal our top ten list of TV car adverts following a poll amongst its team of motoring editors and analysts. Derren Martin, head of current valuations at HPI, said: “Over the years we’ve seen some outstanding, memorable car adverts ranging from the epic and Hollywood blockbuster-esque to the more subtle and clever. Sometimes … Continued
The HPI Check Electric Vehicle Study
Electric vehicles (EVs) are getting more and more popular around the world. And it’s easy to see why. They provide a greener and more efficient alternative to some of the vehicles currently dominating our roads. But not everyone is convinced by them, with many drivers giving electric cars a wide swerve when it comes to … Continued
8 Future Classics for Under £10k
Take a look at our list of vehicles which we think could prove to be future classics. Motoring expert Clive Wilson identifies eight cars that are relatively cheap to acquire are holding their values and could potentially become future collectors’ items, representing a potentially good buy for people willing to invest. Mr Wilson said: “There … Continued
Should I Buy an Electric Car?
If you’re about to sign up for a new car, whether it’s as an outright purchase or on a PCP, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by the number of different models to choose from – as well as the growing number of fuel types. As well as petrol and diesel there are hybrid and electric cars, … Continued
Celebrating 80 years of cap-hpi!
This year is a big one for HPI, as the company is celebrating 80 years of being the go-to brand for used car buyers to check that potential purchase doesn’t have a hidden past. We’ve seen a lot of changes in that time, with data moving online, the amount of information contained in an HPI … Continued
Where do our experts see Motoring over the next 80 years? – Video
To celebrate the 80 years of industry experience and expertise; we pinned down 13 internal and external industry experts* to get their view on what the future may hold for motorists in the coming years. Check out our short animation to find out what our experts predict may be in store. *Contributing car manufacturers: … Continued