At AvailableCar, we’re unique! It’s incredibly important to us that each and every customer has a remarkable experience! So we go out of our way to make that happen! How? By offering our customers a World Class Customer Service! And… Continue Reading →
According to research, almost half of us don’t check our cars when taking them on holiday. And it looks as though younger motorists and female drivers are much less likely than older, male drivers to check the condition of their… Continue Reading →
Breaking down on a motorway can be a very frightening experience for many, even for those who are experienced driving on motorways. There are many different reasons you could break down on a motorway but the most important thing is… Continue Reading →
According to new research, more than one in five of us are driving on dangerous tyres, which fall below the legal 1.6mm tyre tread. The legal tyre tread is 1.6mm, however, manufacturers recommend changing any tyre that falls below 3mm. If… Continue Reading →
From 20th May 2018, the MOT test is changing and stricter rules will be coming into force. Faults will be split into three categories, Minor, Major and Dangerous. Cars with minor defects will still be able to be driven legally… Continue Reading →
Do you often travel and let your pet roam free in the car? Well if so, it could be time to reconsider how you travel with your pet, as it could land you with a fine of up to £2,500!… Continue Reading →
It all changed in 2017 – the fines and penalties for using your phone whilst driving went up from 3 to 6 penalty points and from a £100 to a £200 fine! But that isn’t all it will cost you!… Continue Reading →
With severe weather forecast across the UK this week, we thought we would share some top tips on how to stay safe on the roads in bad weather… Driving in the snow and ice can be incredibly dangerous, making conditions… Continue Reading →
There will be a number of new driving laws coming into force in 2018. Road laws and rules are changing over the coming 12 months and could become more complicated for drivers across the UK. Here we tell you the… Continue Reading →
Newly-qualified drivers under the age of 25 could soon face severe changes following a proposed change for 17-24-year-old new drivers. The proposed changes could ban new drivers under the age of 25 from driving at night, and impose other restrictions… Continue Reading →
Buy a new car in 2018 and your annual car tax bill could rocket from £0 to as much as £450, even if you go for the same car, just a newer version! So there has never been a better… Continue Reading →
Motorists are being warned that they could face up to a £5000 fine if they drive through a puddle and splash a pedestrian. According to ‘The Road Traffic Act 1998′, it is illegal to drive ‘without reasonable consideration for other persons’,… Continue Reading →
Buying used cars over new can leave you with more money in your pocket and the knowledge that you haven’t suffered the depreciation the first owner has. As soon as you drive a new car out of the showroom, it… Continue Reading →
Freezing temperatures with snow and ice can cause major disruption on the roads! Being prepared is key when travelling in snow as the cold weather makes your car much more likely to break down. In the event of a break down in… Continue Reading →
Winter tyres are designed to perform in cold weather, and therefore keep you much safer on the road in icy and wet conditions. Winter tyres are made using a rubber compound that does not harden when the temperature drops below… Continue Reading →
Winter is fast approaching and so we wanted to share a selection of what we believe to be the best & 4 x 4′s for Winter driving. We all want safe, reliable transport in the Winter months, and you can… Continue Reading →
It seems that millions of motorists in the UK are making a simple mistake with their driving licence, which could risk them being fined £1000! Under Section 99 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, you can be fined £1000 if your… Continue Reading →
We’ve all been there, its nearly payday and we want to make our fuel last as long as we possibly can, but do you know how far your car will go before you run out of fuel? And can you… Continue Reading →
Online valuations are vague and inaccurate. They don’t take into account the exact specification of your car, the exact mileage of your car or the exact condition of your car. These forms often just ask for basic information, therefore can only provide you with a… Continue Reading →
As we head into Autumn, we need to prepare our cars for the switch in driving conditions. Autumn brings changes to the roads such as fallen leaves, low sun, and icy windscreens. At AvailableCar, we wanted to share some advice, to try… Continue Reading →
There are some very strange driving laws in the EU, and if you are not aware of them, you could end up being stopped by the police without even realising you have done anything wrong. It is essential that if you… Continue Reading →
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