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windshield sticker on a used car lot for sale
17 Apr 2018

How to buy a used car… and a used car checklist to download

Isaac Bober

Our handy guide should take the sting out of buying a used car. And we’ve produced a checklist to print out and take with you.

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overtaking on highway
16 Apr 2018

Myth-Busting: Does constantly changing lanes get you there faster?

Isaac Bober

We’ve all been there, stuck in a line of slow-moving traffic while cars in the outside lane are streaking past. So, does constantly changing lanes get you there faster?

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The Lego Stig
16 Apr 2018

Meet the Lego Stig

Isaac Bober

Some say he’s made of Lego… oh, wait, he is… Lego has imagined the Stig as a Disney Pixar Cars character alongside Lightning McQueen.

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14 Apr 2018

Torque steer explained

Robert Pepper

You’ve probably heard or read something in a car review about torque steer, but what is it and does it actually matter? Torque steer explained…

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2018 Volkswagen Polo 70TSI Trendline Manual.
13 Apr 2018

Top first cars for young drivers

Isaac Bober

When it comes to your first car it’s often a case of substance over style with affordability, both in purchase price and running costs key determining factors in what you’ll choose. Here are our top first cars for young drivers.

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how to get rid of ants in your car
12 Apr 2018

How to get rid of ants in your car

Isaac Bober

Have you ever opened your car door, or climbed into your car and seen ants crawling all over it? Here’s how to get rid of ants in your car.

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