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The future of diesel cars? Read the mainstream press and you could be forgiven for thinking that the future of diesel cars looks bleak. The problem is that some mainstream journalists don’t understand cars – the technology or the market – and as a result there’s a lot of misinformation around. Here we separate the … Continued
As consumer interest in the electric vehicle (EV) sector continues to grow, automotive data experts cap hpi has compiled a list of high profile celebrities who are leading the EV charge. Celebs who currently own/have owned EVs or hybrids: Hollywood actor George Clooney – one of the first owners of the Tango T600 Hollwood superstar … Continued
Commuters face confusion on how they could be affected by the introduction of clean air zones in Britain’s cities. To help motorists understand if they have to pay a levy, automotive data expert hpi has launched a free online tool to check the Euro emissions rating of a vehicle. A survey from the RAC found … Continued
Smoking in vehicles carrying children is a law which was enforced on 01 October 2015. The news gives reminder about smoking and our health, but any smokers needing another reason to quit should also be aware of the damage their habit can do to vehicle values.
OK, here’s your starter for 10: what was the first hybrid car to go on sale in the UK? It was the Toyota Prius, wasn’t it? Of course it was; this was the car that all around the world went on to become synonymous with hybrid technology. Except the Prius wasn’t the first hybrid to … Continued
Everyone has their own driving dreads, whether it’s something that affects them on the daily commute or just worries they have when driving in an unknown area. Being caught by speed cameras, stuck behind cyclists and confusing one-way systems are just some of them. These aspects make up some of Britain’s worst drives, but at … Continued
In April of this year the Government introduced a new set of guidelines for tackling speeding offences in England and Wales. This passed many people by, and of those who do know about the changes, many are confused by how the new system works. So here at hpi we’re going to spell it all out … Continued
Have you ever considered buying an electric car? Here are 10 facts which may help with your decision. If you have any other questions, let us know!
Young drivers have a habit of crashing cars, sometimes through inexperience and often through bravado – and frequently because of the two combined. Not all young drivers behave so recklessly of course, but until relatively recently, insurance companies could only go by statistics, so they’ve long struggled to treat drivers as individuals. Not any more, … Continued
It might be the end of July but you wouldn’t know it. High winds and heavy rain are making it feel more like winter on the road, so as a motorcyclist you’ve really got to have your wits about you if you’re keen to stay in one piece. Even in perfect conditions you can be … Continued
The diesel engine has come in for a great deal of negativity of late – and a lot of this is not just completely unjustified but is also factually inaccurate. So what exactly do motorists and particularly diesel vehicle drivers need to be aware of?
Every car owner and dweller will know that finding suitable parking in the centre of any UK metropolis can be a nightmare, with the charges sometimes high enough to break the bank! Well, here at HPI Check, we’ve done some research into the UK cities with the most expensive bays and found an easy way … Continued
Few purchases are as exciting as your first car, which provides a ticket to independence like you’ve never enjoyed before. Last year we published a guide on the key things to consider when buying your first car – once you’ve read and digested that, these are the models that should be on your shortlist.
For decades, the idea of a car that could drive itself was the stuff of science fiction. As early as the 1930s US giant General Motors created a vision for a self-driving car. But in a world devoid of computers there was never any prospect of this becoming a reality; that early concept relied on … Continued
It’s always the same. Just when everyone has got used to something, along comes someone who just has to change things around so nobody knows what’s going on any more. The perfect example is the insurance write-off system; for years we’ve had category A, B, C and D write-offs, but that’s all set to end … Continued
Uk motorists are pretty rubbish when it comes to doing their own simple checks to ensure their cars are in fine fettle. A few minutes spent each week can stave off big bills and potentially a big accident, but despite this we’re either too lazy or lacking in confidence to make the time.
Automotive experts at hpi have revealed the Top five list of cars guaranteed to boost the ‘school gate cred’ of UK dads following a poll amongst its team of motoring editors. The poll comes ahead of Father’s Day (Sunday 18 June). James Dower, senior Black Book editor at hpi, said: “With Father’s Day this month … Continued
We love our convertibles here in the UK and the good news is that no matter what your budget, you can buy something open-topped to enjoy the wind in your hair. With the summer now here it’s the perfect time to splash out on a soft-top to enjoy the warm weather. Whether you’ve got just … Continued
