Driving without an MOT puts you in risk of a fine of up to £1000 as well as it invalidating your insurance, dangerous stuff. So why has the Society of Motor Manufacturers and traders revealed that a third of motorists have driven a car knowing it has no MOT? There are a few common problems and errors that people make when it comes to being on time for their MOT. (more…)
Driving Without An MOT?
Drivers Spend More Money
Over the period of the recession and the economy crumbling many where reluctant to fork out a large amount for new cars so they bought old used ones or cheaper new ones rather than going for the top end stuff, which is understandable. It’s a good sign for the economy, motorists are now taking more confident steps towards setting aside more money to pay for their next car, according to new studies. Little things like that are a sign that the economy is recovering and is showing improvement as people have the money and savings to now pay a large sum for a brand new 13’ plate car. (more…)
Emergency Travel Documents Growth
The Passport, a very serious document that you need for travel apparently however some people don’t seem to take it as seriously as others. The amount of emergency travel documents needed has increased massively, but why are so many British holiday makers needing to purchase the expensive emergency travel documents, some of the most common mistakes made by Brits apparently are using the passport as a beer mat, notebook or even putting it in the washing machine and now British holiday makers are spending millions each year on lost, stolen or damaged passports whilst they are abroad. (more…)
Top 5 USA Hire Cars
Are you travelling to America? Of course you want to remember it and drive in supreme luxury. Whether you are travelling around the city of New York or passing through route 66 but what will you choose? We have hundreds of different types of cars we can hire out to our customers but we have narrowed it down to a top 5 we think you will like. (more…)
Chargepoint Increase Announced
We have had a few blogs in the past about electric and hybrid cars with all their pro’s however there is always one con that’s highlighted that they all have in common, there simply just isn’t enough charge points within the UK or anywhere else for that matter. Its finally arrived, change, hundreds of new electrical car chargepoints are set to be installed in the UK with funding from the Government, local councils, NHS trusts and train operators who will all help provide points. (more…)
Leeds Bradford Airport Hits 3 Million
Leeds Bradford Airport has hit a huge mile stone with the news that it (LBA) has broken its 3 million passenger rolling figure, according to latest numbers from the CAA.
Passenger traffic was up by almost 20% in May and 13% in June compared to the same time last year, boosted by the successful delivery of its aviation development strategy to increase the number of operational airlinea and choice of routes.
The airport based in West Yorkshire is now one of the fastest growing regional airports in the country and are hoping for continued success.
The recent internal and external developments at the airport have proved popular and with the upcoming plans to extend the runway, things are looking bright for the future of LBA.
Tony Hallwood, Leeds Bradford Airport’s Marketing Director, said:
“LBA’s significant increase in passenger traffic and extended route and airline choice for 2013 is particularly pleasing in such a competitive marketplace. We work closely with all our airline partners to introduce new routes and add frequency on existing services, and our efforts are now reflected in the airport’s increase in passenger numbers.
LBA is proud to have secured commitment from several major airlines to invest in the region and create new employment opportunities. The three million passenger figure demonstrates the strength of our catchment area and the success of our strategy to deliver growth for the Leeds City Region and Yorkshire”.
The Slow Death Of DIY Maintenance
Do it yourself or more commonly referred to as DIY was a very popular way of shaving a few extra pounds off of a garage bill. In the past a large percent of people where capable of carrying out DIY work on their vehicles now however this appears to be changing, the art of DIY is progressively becoming a long lost art and this is down purely to the fact that cars are now computers on wheels. The days of changing oil, filters and replacing light bulbs in the comfort of your driveway seem to be a distant memory, with the cost of labour soaring to reach £96/p hour on average down to the demand for garages to do the work rather than themselves. (more…)
The Case For Tougher Eye Tests
Campaigners are claiming that they are slowly winning the argument against the Government to introduce more advanced eyesight tests for drivers. Currently drivers only have to read a number plate that is 20.5 metres away with glasses or lenses if you are required to have them and that’s it, no other required checks not even for 70 year old drivers who reapply for their licence they merely just have to tick a box. (more…)
Drink Driving Deaths Rise
Everyone knows that drink driving is a serious issue and can result in accidents or even deaths which has been proven. The police are always trying to stomp down on drink driving with the conviction if caught being much more serious than it used to previously, and rightly so according to recent data. Last year it was found that fatalities that included alcohol raised by a sharp 25% on last year according to provisional data. This is serious cause for concern but what more can police do to stop it? The penalties are already serious in themselves yet people continue to get behind the wheel after having a few to many pints. (more…)
BMW i3 2p Per Mile
BMW have released the new i3 model in their normal way, inviting celebrities of course. Used to promote the £25,000 electric car was Sienna Miller and actor James Franco who turned up at Billingsgate to promote the new vehicle. BMW are branding this model as one of the most important in the company’s history which was released simultaneously in London, New York and Beijing but what is so special about it? (more…)