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Your guide to the best 2020 UK scrappage schemes and deals 11 Jun 2020 (News)
. The scrappage scheme can’t be used in conjunction with any other offers but the savings apply to finance as well as cash buyers. The scheme runs until 30 September 2020 -
Suzuki Swift Sport mild-hybrid to start at a hefty £21,570 3 Jun 2020 (News)
Even on 0% finance, that's nearly £250 per month for 48 months. -
Coronavirus: Financial Conduct Authority confirms three-month car finance repayment freeze 24 Apr 2020 (News)
Authority (FCA). The FCA has also said finance companies should not change customer contracts unfairly or use the temporary depreciation of car prices caused by the coronavirus situation to recalculate Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) balloon payments at the end of the term -
Coronavirus: Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port factory begins plans to reopen 20 Apr 2020 (News)
. >>> Coronavirus: How to get help with your car finance payments Audi has also today (21 April) announced plans to gradually initiate the restart of production at its plants in Europe during the coming weeks. In mid-March, the company announced the temporary suspension of production at its -
Getting the best value for money on insurance 16 Apr 2020 (News)
. Shop around As with any type of finance or insurance, it pays to shop around, so get online and hit the phone. There are many insurance companies that specialise in young and new drivers, and it's also worth asking an independent broker to quote as they can offer better deals. If you're -
PARKING FINES. What are my rights regarding parking penalties for parking in private carparks? (FAQs)
) is fundamentally flawed as it is contrary to long established legal principles under Contract Law. So a case will need to be taken to Appeal and then on to the Supreme Court for a ruling. Hopefully an organisation claiming to represent the interests of motorists will finance this. Meanwhile, vehicle owners -
Coronavirus: Government extends lockdown by 'at least' another three weeks 16 Apr 2020 (News)
treating empty roads like racetracks From storing a car to getting help with finance payments, see all of our lockdown advice below Car owners who are self-isolating may wish to put their vehicle into storage on their driveway or in their garage. To avoid -
Coronavirus: Financial Conduct Authority proposes three-month freeze on loan repayments 6 Apr 2020 (News)
. >>> Coronavirus: How to get help with your car finance payments The measures follow recent news that banks had significantly increased overdraft charges for customers in the form of interest rates after the FCA banned treating people with unarranged overdrafts differently -
Coronavirus: Fuel prices drop to lowest point in 12 years 3 Apr 2020 (News)
ambulances and police services further with accidents and breakdowns amidst the outbreak. >>> Coronavirus: How to get help with your car finance payments -
Coronavirus: How to get help with your car finance payments 1 Apr 2020 (News)
. Some finance providers are offering payment holidays that will give people the breathing space they need to take stock and work out what their finances will look like in the coming months. Other finance companies are offering restructuring packages that will allow some customers to extend the length -
Coronavirus: All car dealers to close - but workshops can remain open 24 Mar 2020 (News)
similar to the one in Northern Ireland is expected. If you're interested in buying a car during the lockdown, many dealers are continuing to respond to emails and online chat services. However, most won't have sales staff on hand to receive deposits, provide finance quotes or arrange deliveries -
Coronavirus: Car dealers closing as pandemic spreads 23 Mar 2020 (News)
. "We will also continue to support customers who wish to purchase cars, by launching a buy online option on our website. This will be live within the next few days and will allow you to obtain a part exchange valuation, apply for finance and have your car delivered, all without having to leave your -
Coronavirus: Which car dealers are closed? 23 Mar 2020 (News)
. It plans to support customers who wish to purchase cars by launching a buy online option on its website. This will be in the next few days and allow potential buyers to obtain a part-exchange valuation, apply for finance and have the car delivered without leaving their home. JCT600 -
GAP INSURANCE: What is GAP insurance and do I really need it? (FAQs)
car is stolen or written off, you will be left with a bill for the difference between what the insurance company pays (which is usually below the full retail value) and what you originally paid for the car or what you may still owe in finance. Gap insurance removes the uncertainty that you -
NEW CARS: How can I save money when buying a new car? (FAQs)
INDEPENDENT IMPORT WARRANTIES www.carimportwarranty.com www.warrantydirect.co.uk INDEPENDENT IMPORT FINANCE -
CONSUMER RIGHTS: How do I reject a vehicle or get compensation for problems with a car? (FAQs)
gritty concerning both new and used cars follows. WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOUR BRAND NEW CAR DEVELOPS MAJOR FAULTS? Your rights are against the supplier, which is the dealer and the finance company jointly if you bought it on finance -
VEHICLE EXCISE DUTY: How much is the tax on my car? (FAQs)
in a vehicle. (Finance Bill 2013)" These are 2013/2014 rates of Vehicle Excise Duty (also known as car tax or road tax) as announced in Budget 2012 -
BROKERS: Which brokers should I consider if buying a new or used car? (FAQs)
are not the registered keeper, then the registered keeper might fraudulently take out finance on the car, even though you have paid for it. (If he does this before you pay for it, then he has defrauded you and you lose the car. If he does this after you pay for it, then he has defrauded the finance company and you keep -
Honest John’s Motoring Agony Column 04-01-2020 Part 2 2 Jan 2020 (News)
an OFP of £8,563). At the end of the PCP agreement we were minded to pay the OFP and keep the car for a couple of years. Recently, the Ford dealer we bought the car from has offered to settle the outstanding finance and change it for a brand new one. We would have to take out a new PCP, which -
Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic Black edition revealed 10 Dec 2019 (News)
.” Orders are now open for the Velar R-Dynamic Black with prices starting at £56,995 or £499 per month on finance.