Italy is known for its stunning vistas and incredible food, and it’s a great road trip destination. Travelling by car is the perfect way to explore and enjoy one of Europe’s most exciting destinations.
Whether it’s for a short trip or longer holiday, driving in Italy isn’t anything to get stressed about. But it’s good to be on top of all the important Italian driving rules and regulations.
So, we’ve put together some tips.
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With cold weather, or cold snaps, we see an increase in the number of call outs for cars with a flat battery.
The reason for this is simple: the older a battery gets, the less able it is to hold its charge in lower temperatures. And the colder the weather, the thicker oil gets, so the starter motor needs to draw more current from the battery to turn the engine over.
Put these together and tired car batteries are far more likely to fail. Here’s everything you need to know about your battery.
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As electric vehicles become more popular, EV charging points are popping up in more public places.
But there’s nothing quite like the luxury of having a personal EV charging unit at home.
After the effort of finding the right car, finding the right charging unit shouldn’t be a hassle. That’s why we’ve connected with Rightcharge to help you find the right charger for your vehicle, from the right installer, and all for the right price.
Here’s everything you need to know about EV home charging units.
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It’s important to get an MOT before your current one runs out to stay on top of your vehicle’s health. But, what is it? And what happens if you don’t get one?
We’ve put all things MOT in one place to help answer your questions.
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Learning to drive is a big achievement. You can bask in your independence. You can do late-night big Tesco trips. You can drive yourself to training, work, wherever, whenever (with or without Shakira playing).
No pressure, right?
It takes a lot of confidence to take your driving test. So, we’ve put together some tips to help you get in the zone.
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When buying a car, an increasingly popular question is “are EVs more cost effective?”
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular (and fuel prices stay pretty high), long-term vehicle costs are more important than ever.
So, we’ve done some digging and put together a guide on EV costs to help you decide if going electric is the right option.
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In the UK you need to pay vehicle tax if you drive or park on the road. But with changes announced in the 2023 Spring Budget, you may be unsure of how to tax your vehicle properly.
So, we’ve broken down the key information.
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As the weather gets warmer, you may be thinking about a holiday road trip. Whether you just want to relax or fancy a bit of an adventure, we’re here to help you.
Here are some hidden gems for your next long-weekend road trip.
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Buying an EV isn’t quite the same as buying a car used to be. There are a few different considerations and tests to check before you sign any dotted line.
As the number of EVs on the roads increases, and running costs rise for non-EVs, you may be tempted to make the switch. We talked to our Technical Support Engineers John Price and Scott Wilson about what you need to know.
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A road trip in France gives you total freedom in one of the UK’s most popular holiday destinations. Whether you’re going on a long holiday or just for a couple of days, driving in France isn’t anything to get stressed about.
But, there are some things to be aware of to help prevent an accident (and prevent you getting on the wrong side of the law). Here are our top tips for driving in France.
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