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Golden oldies top in-car feelgood songs

Drivers ditch modern classics in favour of 70s hits for a feel good driving experience

A new survey has revealed the UK’s top songs to make you feel good when you’re driving a car. Classic songs provide more of a mood-boost for drivers than modern day hits, according to the nationwide survey of 2,000 motorists by SEAT UK. Out of the top 10 songs to …

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Fiat 500 to be a New York showstopper

Fiat 500 F series

An iconic Fiat 500 is to go on public display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York as part of ‘The Value of Good Design’ exhibition. The Fiat 500 F series, which was bought by the museum in July 2017, will be on show for the first time …

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The real cost of car repairs

Car maintenance

New research by a leading UK online car garage and repair marketplace has revealed the top five most common components that have to be repaired. According to data from WhoCanFixMyCar.com, brakes, batteries, wheel alignment, cambelts and exhausts top the list of popular jobs. More than half of respondents said they’ve …

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All I want for Christmas… is an Audi TT

2008 Audi TT Coupe 3.2 quattro

The popular Audi TT has topped a British drivers’ Christmas wish list. According to data from CarGurus, the online automotive marketplace, searches for the the TT have more more than doubled in December compared to November. Most searched for cars on CarGurus this Christmas  Number Model Nov – Dec increase …

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Top tips for passing your driving test

Citroen C3 driving test car

As the driving test pass rate falls because of tough new real-world rules, Citroen reveals the top test tips. New rules introduced to better prepare learners for a lifetime of safe driving have made passing the driving test harder than ever with the pass rate at a 10-year low according …

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End of the road for pavement parking?

Pavement parking

Millions of motorists who park on pavements could be forced to change their habits. At present it is only illegal to park on a pavement in London, with Scotland also pressing ahead, but the Government is reviewing the situation which could see it banned across the UK. A survey by …

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Five cars most likely to become collectable

Ford ST170

Could you be driving a future goldmine? Ford Focus ST170 tops list of cars tipped to become collectable in 30 years’ time. WhoCanFixMyCar.com, the UK’s largest online garage and car repair marketplace, has teamed up with classic car expert Graham Eason of Great Escape Cars to compile a hot list, …

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A-Z of car finance terms

Car finance

Nearly nine out of 10 (85%) of car owners say that the idea of being in debt is stressful, according to YouGov data, yet in the last year some 2.4 million cars were bought using finance options (check loan eligibility). The main reason for this is that financing a car …

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How to keep your engine oil running smoothly

Engine oil dipstick

According to breakdown specialist, the AA, a reported 21,000 oil-related breakdowns occur every year. Whether you’re doing the daily school run or planning a car trip away for business or pleasure, knowing how to check your car oil properly is the most important car maintenance tasks. With the correct advice …

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