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Is it wise to buy a new car during the coronavirus pandemic?

Is it wise to buy a new car during the coronavirus pandemic?

For several months car dealerships around the UK have been closed due to the Covid-19 lockdown. But, they're now open again and seeking customers to buy new vehicles. Money has been at the forefront of everyone's mind during this pandemic, so to a lot of people buying a new car right now might be bottom of their list of priorities - but should it be?…

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The winners of the new car awards 2020

The winners of the new car awards 2020

2020 has been a challenging year for many – but when it comes to shiny new cars rolling off the production lines, there’s plenty to look forward to. Autotrader surveyed over 181,000 of their readers across the UK to figure out which wheels came out on top in 2020 – and here are the results.…

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How car dealerships are adapting to cope with coronavirus

How car dealerships are adapting to cope with coronavirus

The coronavirus has brought virtually every industry to its knees, and motoring has been no exception. Every motoring department has seen fundamental shifts, from the design and manufacture of vehicles through to the way they're bought. Provincial light is at the end of the tunnel, however, as since June 1st car dealers have begun being allowed to reopen.…

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Dealerships reopen with great discounts - here are 5 of our favourite deals!

Dealerships reopen with great discounts - here are 5 of our favourite deals!

As businesses begin to reopen with the easing of the COVID-19 lockdown, car dealerships across most of the UK are repeating the same tricks they used after the Global Financial Crisis 10 years ago – great deals with huge savings.…

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Top 10 best selling cars of 2020 so far

Top 10 best selling cars of 2020 so far

Buying a new car is a rite of passage, but with so many models on the market, it can feel overwhelming to know which model is right for you - especially if you are buying for the first time or looking to upgrade from your first car. To help you understand which car is best for you, we've looked at the best selling cars of 2020, according to SMMT data.…

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The electric car charging network in the UK

The electric car charging network in the UK

Spring 2020 has been a monumental few months for the UK. As the coronavirus pandemic has spread, the country has, in many ways, ground to a halt. Companies have shifted to new ways of working, manufacturers have seen reduced production capability due to social distancing measures, and the economy has suffered as thousands of people have faced an uncertain financial future in these turbulent times.…

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Why buying a car online is becoming more popular

Why buying a car online is becoming more popular

In today's digital world, buying a car online is easier than ever. Many consumers enjoy the convenience of buying a car online, which has caused online car sales to skyrocket.…

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How will the incoming E10 'green fuel' affect you and your car?

How will the incoming E10 'green fuel' affect you and your car?

E10, commonly referred to as clean fuel, is expected to be available in petrol stations as soon as 2021. This is great news for our environment, as E10 is being introduced to lower our CO2 emissions, but what does it mean for drivers and their vehicles?…

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Emergency MOT Test extension welcomed by drivers

Emergency MOT Test extension welcomed by drivers

Government grant UK car owners six-month MOT exemption starting 30th March 2020.…

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