Buying a new car usually means choosing your preferred engine and gearbox combo, paint colour and trim level. That’s about it – maybe throw in a couple of nice extras for comfort. Job done. But over the years, some manufacturers have taken it beyond just heated steering wheels in order to tempt us… As far ... Read More
I’ve just spotted some funeral vehicles I’m pretty sure will put to shame whatever carries the Duke of Wales tomorrow. Last week, Egyptians in central Cairo were treated to a similar sort of royal procession (but on steroids). This particular parade did also feature deceased royals, twenty-two of them in fact, eighteen kings and ... Read More
The past 12 months has set new trends in the way we use our cars. There’s no denying that! Many lay motionless on the drive for months bar the odd trip to the supermarket. And when the 6-month MOT extension came in with the first lockdown, it was welcomed. Not only to ensure key ... Read More
Were you taken in by “Fool’s Spring” last weekend? I certainly was. Out in the sunshine, bathing with a beer, mentally preparing to swap out my winter wardrobe for my summer clothes. Then Monday came and I remembered that I live in the UK, not the Bahamas, and I’d been sadly mistaken in thinking that ... Read More
Am I the only one who sees a big pile of stuff at the bottom of the stairs as an exhilarating challenge? I don’t think so. Stuffing pockets with the small things, and piling the larger items on top of each other until I can barely see over the top? The adrenaline rush is something ... Read More
When you’re heading down the motorway and you catch sight of the trailer you’re towing gliding gracefully past your passenger window, it’s safe to say you’ve got fair cause for a double-take. Possibly even a triple. What you do next is pretty crucial. And according to several YouTubers, this unfortunate driver caught on camera ... Read More
Somerset County Council has just been forced to drop £70k ironing out a bizarre problem on a road in Minehead. This problem certainly wouldn’t have even been considered as an issue when part of the road was built many moons ago. That’s because even the most modern cars didn’t feature brake sensors back when ... Read More
Merry Christmas! And thanks for reading our blog posts this year (: Here’s hoping you have the most wonderful time, or as wonderful as it can be under the circumstances at least. Whether you’re bubbling up or locking the doors and sealing yourselves in, chances are you might be looking for things to do today, ... Read More
I’m a fair few years into my driving career now, and I’m pleased to say that so far I’ve done pretty well with keeping on the right side of the law. Don’t eat behind the wheel, always keep my shoes on and certainly never drive in flip flops. A decent, law-abiding citizen, me. Only, I’ve ... Read More
It’s Black Friday and Amazon are pulling out all the stops to deliver your Prime packages and treat you to some great deals. The drivers are so committed to uniting you with your parcels that they’re taking every shortcut they can find. Including a bit of an awkward one in Michigan. Click here to see ... Read More