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Getting approved for car finance is usually the first hurdle you have to overcome. Thankfully, we’ve got that covered for you with our 98% approval rate that we’ve worked so hard to achieve! After you’ve got an approval, the next thing you want to do is make sure...
Dogs are the most popular pets in the UK with 24% of the population owning a dog as of 2017. They’re our devoted companions and we’ll do almost anything to make them happy! However we can often overlook our dogs when it comes to choosing a new car, even if...
It’s a fact of life that cars will depreciate after you purchase them. 75% of cars are now bought on finance and with many of those deals running for three years, it’s inevitable that you will have to sell or trade your car in. This leaves many people facing...
Another year is done and dusted, so it’s time for us to take a look at the best selling cars of 2017. UK car sales dropped almost 6% in 2017 compared to the previous year and it’s the first decline in 6 years, with a particular decline in diesel car sales. This...
Car finance is a straightforward and simple process. One of the most important steps and an unavoidable part of the process is getting credit searched. Lenders want to know how likely you are to repay your car loan, so your chances of being approved will depend on...
2017 – what a year it’s been! There have been some big changes this year in the automotive industry; from changes to the UK driving test and road tax bands, the announcement that petrol and diesel engines will be banned from 2040 and new child seat laws, it’s been a...
Winter isn’t for everyone and we can see why; it’s cold, its dark for most of the day and you have to get out of bed that little bit earlier to prepare your car before driving away. Foggy windows are a common occurrence in winter due to temperatures plummeting...
There are some driving laws in the UK that we all know: don’t drink and drive, don’t run red lights and don’t speed! However, there are some laws that we see broken every day, many of which we’re also guilty of doing. You could end up with a fine or points on your...
Temperatures have plummeted in the UK recently, with lots of rain, a bit of snow, ice and of course that bitterly cold wind! Winter can be a challenging time for many drivers, even the most experienced ones! If you’re a new driver or you simply want a quick...
As the UK is heading towards another cold winter, finding a car that can cope in icy conditions can be quite necessary – especially here up North! Getting a car that handles icy conditions can also give you more confidence as a driver on the roads in extreme...
With the cost of a new hatchback in the UK averaging at £17,000, it’s no surprise that more people are looking at car finance as a way of purchasing a new or second-hand car. Car finance is quite straightforward, but if you have a poor credit history it can be a...
Buying and running a car is expensive for anyone, but for new drivers the cost can be staggering. Finding ways to keep the cost of having a car down becomes a priority, especially for younger drivers. We’ve got some tips on what you need to think about when...