News Tag: motorists
June 18, 2009
Motorists looking for a second-hand bargain should beware of conmen selling 'ghost cars'.
Criminal gangs are using well-known motoring websites to tempt unwitting members of the public into parting with their cash for cars that don't exist, Carcraft warned this week.
After they enquire about a vehicle, buyers are redirected to a different website and told to put down payment whilst the car ...
Motorists beware of ‘ghost car’ fraudsters
by David Masters
April 28, 2009
Up to 1.5 million motorists are set to take advantage of the new car scrappage scheme announced last week by Chancellor Alistair Darling.
Research by Experian found that 7.1 million privately owned cars and vans are eligible to take part in the scheme, which offers £2,000 for cars at least 10 years old if traded in for a brand new model.
However, ...
‘Bangers for cash’ to entice 1.5m motorists
by David Masters
April 24, 2009
Confused.com has welcomed Alistair Darling's cash for scrapped cars scheme, announced in this week's budget.
The price comparison site described the initiative - which pays motorists up to £2,000 for handing in their old car to update to a brand new model - as 'fantastic'.
It is hoped that in addition to giving a boost to the struggling car industry, 'cash for bangers' ...
Confused.com applauds ‘cash for bangers’ scheme
by David Masters
April 1, 2009
There is bad news for Britain’s motorists today as, with immediate effect, the government has increased duty on fuel, adding 2.12p a litre for their petrol and diesel, which will increase the annual tax bill for the average family by £54, according to AA estimates.
The AA has been actively campaigning against the increase and ...
Fuel tax rise has been sanctioned, costing average family £54 a year
by Peter Charalambous
February 25, 2009
AA insurance has launched a 'value' insurance policy aimed at caravan owners looking to cut back on expenses during the recession.
Caravan Essentials insurance provides stripped-down cover for caravans worth up to £10,000.
It provides essential cover of up to £2 million for public liability, damage, or theft.
Extras such as legal expenses or family cover can be added for an additional premium.
AA's head ...
Cheaper holidays with value caravan insurance
by David Masters
April 29, 2008
Research by Tescocompare.com, the car insurance comparison site, has established that 2 million motorists claim to be driving an environmentally friendly car.
Low-emission vehicles are most popular in Wales and the South West, where 12% have chosen a car which is environmentally friendly compared to 4% in London.
However, Tescocompare.com, discovered that more than 21 million are driven by financial ...
Motorists would go green if the price was right
by Kay Murchie
