How much does your car cost? Buying a new car is an exciting experience, but over the course of an entire lifetime, it’s easy to become engrossed in swapping and choosing new makes, models, colours, and added extras, and this can encourage car owners to completely overlook expensive long-term costs. There are certain expenses that[…]
Four in ten drivers have admitted to using their mobile phones while driving. It has come to light that the ‘fear of missing out’ (or FOMO) could be putting road users at high risk, with motorists admitting to reading text messages and checking social media platforms while driving. In principle, I think the majority of[…]
If you’ve ever had to pay out a lot of money for your car, you’ll know that it usually comes at the most inconvenient times. Even the best vehicles can suffer in the long run, if not maintained properly. At Exminster Garage, we’ve been serving the people of Exeter for more than 100 years and[…]
Driving in a different country is daunting in its own right, but getting to grips with foreign road laws can be somewhat confusing! Not only must you ensure you’re fully insured, get used to driving on the opposite side of the road, and upgrade your breakdown cover, but learning the driving laws in different countries[…]
Summer road trips are the perfect way to discover and explore local scenic spots, and enjoy the company of close friends and family. So you’ve picked your travel buddy, downloaded the latest ‘Summer Road Trip’ playlist from spotify, and you’ve stocked up the boot of your car with all of your favourite snacks. You’re set[…]
Keeping your car in roadworthy condition is achieved through regular vehicle servicing, and car tyre speed ratings are an important factor. This is the index used to determine the legal maximum tyre speed carefully selected by manufacturers to match the performance of your vehicle. Once you know your rating, you can work out the speed[…]
1 in 5 cars fail their first MOT test. If your car is older than three years, an annual MOT is required to show that your vehicle is roadworthy and meets a range of safety and environmental standards under the DVSA (driver and vehicle standards agency) regulations. Preparing your car for an MOT will improve[…]
2017 is here, and the future of driving is modernising and rapidly changing. Imagine a world of self-driving cars and simple, uncrowded road journeys. Although the age of the driver-less car may be many years from now and cars soaring you from A to B is not what this article is about, you should be[…]
Occasionally, car problems will arise – that’s Sod’s law. Fortunately, there are some essential tools you can keep in your car for times of trouble. Be prepared for the worst by keeping your vehicle maintained and serviced, but if all else fails there are some safety measures you can take to ensure you are well-equipped[…]
When the cold weather hits, cars will unfortunately not have the luxury of coats, hats, gloves and multiple layers of clothing. Baltic temperatures, ice and snow can cause serious damage to your vehicle over time, so it’s vital to understand the appropriate precautions to take in order to manage safe driving and avoid potential breakdowns.[…]
