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31/08/2019

Many modern cars can tow a caravan but how do you work out how heavy a caravan or trailer they can tow? Attaching your mobile home to your car and travelling the world is something many dream about – not having to worry about accommodation when you arrive at your destination. If this is your dream, then there are some vital things to consider before you make a caravan purchase.

21/08/2019

Some motorists find it challenging to find a car insurance quote that is affordable. We’re faced with the prospect of renewing our insurance annually and we all know that having suitable car insurance is both smart and necessary, but there's no question that it adds to the expense of driving.

21/08/2019

Leaving your car with any garage is a huge gesture of trust, which is why choosing a garage to service your car can be so hard – way harder than it should be.

08/08/2019

This summer AutoCare gave away a brand-new Peugeot 2008 Allure in their Summer WIN A CAR Giveaway. Fifty-five runner-up prizes were also won; including LG 50” Smart 4K Ultra HD LED TVs, Nintendo Switch Consoles, Sonos One Speakers with Alexa, Dyson Hot & Cool Fan Heaters and Ring Video Doorbells.

07/08/2019

Personal Contract Purchases have grown in popularity during recent years, but are motorists fully aware of the terms of their PCP finance agreements?

31/07/2019

This summer United Garage Services gave away some fantastic prizes in their national summer giveaway. The top prize was a tech bundle, including a Microsoft Surface Pro, Xbox Ones S and a Sonos One Speaker with Alexa. Runner-up prizes included Beats Headphones, £100 Ticketmaster Gift Cards and Amazon Echo Dots.

26/07/2019

It’s almost the end of July, summer is in full swing and it’s so hot outside. But it can get even hotter inside a car. If you’re planning on a long drive in this epic summer heat and you’re going to have children in the vehicle with you, it’s important that you’re aware of the temperature and everyone’s wellbeing at all times.

12/07/2019

There was a time you wouldn’t get very far in your car without a key. Fast forward to 2019, and the keyless car is not only common, it’s becoming the standard. The question is, how safe are keyless cars and what can you do to protect your keyless car?

05/07/2019

We all know that it’s illegal to drink alcohol and drive, but is it illegal to eat and drive? We at Approved Garages did our research so that we can set the record straight on common questions around food, drink, driving and the law.

28/06/2019

Fixing your own car can save you money, but trying to tackle something beyond your skill level could end up costing you a lot more than just cash. Continue reading to see what we think you should take on yourself and what to leave to a trained mechanic.