UBER favourite, the Toyota Prius, has been named as British drivers' favourite car. Independent car reviewer Honest John ranked it number one in its annual Satisfaction Index survey. The 2016-onward models scored an almost perfect 94.8 per cent rating based on customer satisfaction and reliability. Meanwhile, the less popular SsangYong was crowned the most satisfying car brand in the UK, with over 10,000 motorists included in the survey. The Korean manufacturer scored 90.3 per cent - rated ahead of Porsche, Dacia, Jaguar and Lexus. Car owners loved SsangYong's reliable and practical cars - such as the Rexton and Tivoli - that are "easy to use and comfortable", according to Daniel Powell, Honest John's Managing Editor. Vauxhall Astra (2009-15) owners, on the other hand, are disgruntled by the car's lack of power and poor fuel economy - that can be described as misleading compared to the manufacturer's official figures. The survey noted that the Astra under-delivers on its advertised … [Read more...] about These are the best cars to own – but Vauxhall Astra and Fiat 500 owners are not going to be happy
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Here’s our top five tips for ensuring you get the best car insurance deal — plus win £15,000 in our raffle
CHECKING just one price comparison site is not enough to keep your car cover costs down. Michael Foote, founder of comparison site Quote Goat, says each has its own deals with insurers, meaning price differences. Some comparison sites are partly owned by insurance companies themselves. Research from Channel 4’s Supershoppers found the same policy from one insurer was £300 cheaper on the comparison site it owned compared with another. Here are Michael’s tips to improve your chances of getting the best car insurance deal. GET A DASH CAM AND TELL YOUR INSURER. Tech can help lower costs. Many of the comparison sites do not have an option to quote with a dash cam, so ask if your quote would be cheaper with one fitted. Good dash cams are available for around £49.99 but you could save up to 20 per cent of the cost of your cover. GET A BLACK BOX POLICY. These can often help lower insurance costs by rewarding good driving. Many of the policies are not as intrusive as you … [Read more...] about Here’s our top five tips for ensuring you get the best car insurance deal — plus win £15,000 in our raffle
The best wedding cars to hire in 2018 – from luxury Rolls-Royce saloons to the iconic VW camper van
WHEN it comes to a wedding, everything has to be just right - and that means the cars have to be perfect. Ahead of the most anticipated wedding of the year, everyone is wondering what motor Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will use on their big day. In 2011, Prince William and Kate Middleton drove off in a brilliant Aston Martin DB6 Volante after tying the knot, but we will have to wait until Saturday to find out which car the latest Royal couple have chosen for their special occasion. In the meantime, for anyone looking for inspirational wedding motors, AutoTrader has put together a list of the best cars to hire for your own day of celebration. From the classic Rolls-Royce to a vintage Volkswagen campervan, these motors will make sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. Read on to see the top picks of the best cars for a British wedding. Rolls-Royce Phantom There's a reason the Phantom is the most popular wedding car in the UK. It ticks the boxes on luxury, class and cabin space. … [Read more...] about The best wedding cars to hire in 2018 – from luxury Rolls-Royce saloons to the iconic VW camper van
The cheapest cars to insure for young drivers – from the budget Nissan Micra to cool VW Polo
YOUNG drivers are almost always hit with huge premiums due to their age and inexperience when it comes to insuring their car. Prices often spike so much that it's common for new motorists to spend more on insurance than they do on the motor itself. The amount you pay for insurance depends on a range of factors, from where you live, to where you keep the car, to what you do for a living - but if you’re a youngster, age will always be the main factor. And the best way to keep your premium as low as possible is by choosing the right car. All cars have insurance ratings attached to them, and these five cars have the lowest insurance groups of all new cars currently on sale, according to experts at Auto Trader. Go for one of these, and you’ll have done everything in your power to minimise your insurance bills. Ford Ka+ The Ka+ is Ford’s supermini, an entry-level car that’s smaller than the more popular Fiesta model. But what it lacks in size, it makes up for in … [Read more...] about The cheapest cars to insure for young drivers – from the budget Nissan Micra to cool VW Polo
The easy way to save up to £278 on your car insurance that millions ignore every year
MILLIONS of Brits are making a simple mistake when it comes to their car insurance, costing them up to £278 each year. Motorists that fall into the trap of automatically renewing their insurance policy or staying with the same provider can end up paying more than they would if they shopped around. According to research conducted by MoneySuperMarket, over 60 per cent of drivers will stick with their current policy holder because they had the cheapest price the previous year. But the move ends up contributing to a total £652.5million that Brits waste for failing to check out other providers. The study found that motorists who let their policy automatically renew saw their premiums rise by £50 on average - but that figure could be as much as £278. If drivers shop around when it comes time to renew their policy, they could see maximum savings of close to £280. Top reasons for motorists auto-renewing their car insurance rather than changing providers Happy with the … [Read more...] about The easy way to save up to £278 on your car insurance that millions ignore every year