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5th November 2020

4 simple ways a Northern Ireland driver can save money

Driving can be expensive; insurance, fuel, maintenance, road tax and repairs. But proactive Northern Ireland drivers can save money if they drive smartly, shop around and look after their vehicle.…

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3rd November 2020

5 things you should NEVER do after a car accident

After being involved in an accident, there are certain things you should do, such as calling the police and taking photos of any damage. But just as important as what…

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Car Advice News

30th October 2020

5 Powerful Tips To Make Your Car Last Longer

A modern car should last at least 200,000 miles - or twelve years - if you look after it. And there are things you can do to give your car…

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News Tips and Tricks

22nd October 2020

4 Essential Autumn Driving Tips

Autumn officially started on Tuesday 22 September 2020 and marked the start of leaf-filled roads, nights drawing in, icy windscreens and low sun. Visually, Autumn is a beautiful time of the year;…

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16th October 2020

How to drive safely in heavy rain

Driving in the rain poses its own difficulties and unfortunately for Northern Irish drivers, we get more than our fair share of it throughout the year. Ireland is commonly known…

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Breakdown advice News

13th October 2020

How to change a car tyre safely in less than 15 minutes

A flat tyre can be frustrating, but it doesn’t have to ruin your day; with the right equipment, you can change your flat tyre in less than fifteen minutes. At…

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12th October 2020

Breakdown auto-renewals – What you need to know

For a lot of 20201/2021, our cars have been parked in the driveway due to the pandemic more often than usual. Still, with significant numbers now returning to work and…

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9th October 2020

Loyalty penalty: ‘Radical’ new proposals say loyal customers’ must not pay more for insurance

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has said that loyal home and motor insurance customers must not pay more for their insurance. The FCA – the conduct regulator for over 50,000 financial services…

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Car Advice News

7th October 2020

FLOWER checks: 6 vital car checks to keep your car in great condition

Some of the most critical car checks don’t need specialist engineers or mechanics; you can perform the checks yourself. As a Northern Ireland motorist, you could save yourself money and…

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Breakdown advice News

23rd September 2020

Car breakdown at home? Do these 3 things immediately

There are around 7,000 breakdowns in the UK every day, and while there are worse places to break down than at your home, we’re here to guide you through it…

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4 simple ways a Northern Ireland driver can save money

5 things you should NEVER do after a car accident

5 Powerful Tips To Make Your Car Last Longer

4 Essential Autumn Driving Tips

How to drive safely in heavy rain

How to change a car tyre safely in less than 15 minutes

Breakdown auto-renewals – What you need to know

Loyalty penalty: ‘Radical’ new proposals say loyal customers’ must not pay more for insurance

FLOWER checks: 6 vital car checks to keep your car in great condition

Car breakdown at home? Do these 3 things immediately

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