Buying a car

Ageing cars fuel a rise in breakdowns

Cars of different ages, makes, and models driving on a busy road.

The number of cars breaking down each year is on the rise, fuelled in part by the increasing average age of vehicles on the road.

Our data shows the average age of cars on British roads has risen by 42% over the past 20 years, from 6.6 years old in 2003 to 9.4 years in 2023.

They say that with age comes wisdom. Well, it can also come with the occasional breakdown…

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Cost of living: can you save money with an EV?

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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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Expert advice: buying an EV

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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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Seven things to consider before buying a car

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Buying a car is an important decision. If you need more seats, better fuel efficiency, or just a little run around – the cost alone makes it a big life event.

There’s a lot to consider before buying a car. So, we’ve done some of the thinking for you and come up with some key things to keep in mind.

Let’s get started.

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