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  • Honest John's Deals of the Month - August 24 Aug 2015 (News)
    Click here Tuesday 18 August Want free breakdown cover? Be Wiser is offering free RAC membership, legal expenses cover and gadget cover for policies bought via its website. Click here Monday 17 August Collect 1000 extra Nectar points when you purchase car insurance with LV.
  • Honest John’s deals of December 15 Dec 2013 (News)
    Here’s our round up of the latest discounts to save you £1000s on everything from breakdown cover to new cars.   These are the latest deals.   Click here for our full Money Saving section Tuesday 24 December The congestion charge is suspended in London between Wed 25 Dec and Wed 1 Jan.
  • Covers come off the new TVR 8 Sep 2017 (News)
    TVR has unveiled its all-new sports car, the TVR Griffith, at the Goodwood Revival.
  • Frequently asked questions about your premiums 4 Apr 2013 (News)
    These aren’t available from the start of the policy, but can be downgraded mid-term and are particularly useful if a car is being taken off the road and kept on a drive or in a garage, as they are still covered against malicious damage, theft or accidents. These are very low priced levels of cover and usually give a refund to the policy of up to 90%!
  • Buyers now entitled to full refund on a faulty car within 30 days of purchase 1 Oct 2015 (News)
    After 30 days and up to six months after purchase, the dealer has one chance to provide a free repair before the buyer is entitled to reject the car for a refund, though in this timeframe it may not be for the full sale price. The new rules should make buying a used car from a dealer a far less stressful experience. RAC Cars spokesman Pete Williams said: “Car buyers have long felt they are at the mercy of unscrupulous car traders, but the introduction of the Consumer Rights Act could finally turn the tables in their favour.” “Over time, and subject to some successful test cases in the courts, the new law should begin to squeeze the most dishonest dealers content with selling sub-standard stock out of the market.
  • Hyundai auctions i10 World Cup car for charity 4 Aug 2010 (News)
    It was produced by car artist Andy Saunders - a hugely talented and world-famous car modifier - the Hyundai i10 has ‘grass' bodywork and matching interior, a giant football on the roof and goal posts fixed to the A-pillars.
  • Emergency handbook launched for new drivers 25 Jul 2013 (News)
    Endorsed by the UK’s police, fire and ambulance services, the book is printed in full colour and provides a wealth of help for new and young drivers. A range of specialist topics are covered, including tips for lone drivers and help in dealing with security problems in car parks. The book also has a chapter dedicated to the UK's driving regulations, with clear and concise advice relating to legal obligations for all those who may be involved, and explanations of the actions of the emergency services.
  • Last ‘true’ Lamborghini heads to auction 11 Feb 2016 (News)
    From the beginning of 2000 Teutonic efficiency began to replace the Italian magic. This right-hand drive example has covered just over 32,000 miles from new and is finished in what Silverstone Auctions believe may be a one-off colour of Pearl Red/Orange combined with a grey/black leather/alcantara interior. The car comes with the original Lamborghini tool roll and tools, tyre inflator, and a luxurious, custom-made, fleece-lined indoor car cover in red with an embroidered Lamborghini logo.
  • Rare Lamborghini Countach 400S joins Race Retro sale 7 Jan 2016 (News)
    The car was then sold in April 1987 to the next owner who had the wing removed. He was obviously an enthusiast and this car features heavily in Chris Bennett's book Lamborghini Countach published in 1993.
  • Christmas Gift Guide: Top 25 Christmas gifts for car lovers 23 Nov 2017 (News)
    Got a car-lover in your family but stuck for Christmas ideas? Don’t worry, here’s a round-up of 25 things that petrolheads will almost certainly love, covering all price brackets. We also have more specific top 10s to suit particular budgets, as well as picks of games and DVDs - click here to see them .
  • Honest John's Deals of the month - May 22 May 2015 (News)
    Each day the HonestJohn.co.uk team analyses the market to find the best money saving deals. These offers span everything from a few pounds off your breakdown cover renewal to cutting thousands off the cost of a new car. Visit this page regularly to find the latest offers and discounts.  Top 10 tips for buying a new car  /  Car finance advice  /  Fuel cost calculator Tuesday 26 May Drive the Deal is offering the Renault Zoe for £8130 .
  • Classics spotted in the classifieds 20 Oct 2011 (News)
    Picking between almost identical models and weighing up pros and cons can get tedious and it’s easy to be distracted – but it all depends what you’re looking for. Seeking out a classic car for weekend fun is much more interesting, but if you’d really rather not bother, we’ve done the hard work for you. Here’s a selection of some of the more interesting classic models from our used cars section.
  • Volvo launches new deposit-free car subscription service 2 Sep 2020 (News)
    It says the new subscription service will provide greater flexibility and allow drivers to change their car without any of the  traditional cancelation or administration fees. Conor Horne, head of Care by Volvo in the UK, said the service would be a great way for people to get the car they want and avoid the complexities and the long-term commitments associated with traditional car ownership.
  • Car Maintenance Tips from WD-40 7 Feb 2008 (News)
    Car maintenance doesn't necessarily involve getting the wrench out and covering yourself with grease. Sometimes all you need is a can of the world's best-loved multi purpose lubricant WD-40®. With a host of properties WD-40® can lubricate, clean, protects, penetrates and displaces moisture in and around your car.
  • The week's best offers on breakdown cover, motorcycle accessories and more 8 Dec 2017 (News)
    Those who shop at Tesco can get see their money stretch three times as far with RAC Breakdown Cover. You'll get three times the value of your vouchers to spend on RAC personal based breakdown cover; for every 50p you have in Tesco vouchers, you'll get £1.50 to spend with the RAC. If you haven't got enough Clubcard vouchers for the cover you'd like, you can top up with a credit or debit card.
  • Honest John's Deals of the Week 29 Mar 2016 (News)
    Each day the HonestJohn.co.uk team searches the market to find you the best deals and discounts. Bookmark this page in March to stay up to date on the top new car offers and money-saving deals.  Round-up of the best 16-plate deals  |  Top 10 new cars with the best Real MPG Tuesday 29 March Get free breakdown cover when you take out car insurance with the Post Office.
  • The MoT Files: Pass rates for all manufacturers 6 May 2014 (News)
    These are the MoT pass rates for all manufacturers for all years (1980-2013) As expected, the tables are dominated by luxury and classic brands, with low volumes and high pass rates distorting the results. It’s worth noting that the highest rated vehicles will cover a low mileage and be better cared for than mainstream models, which again distorts the picture for mainstream cars.
  • The MoT Files 2017: Van manufacturers ranked from best to worst 16 Oct 2017 (News)
    The average pass rate for vans is significantly lower than for cars. That makes logical sense really – vans generally cover twice as many miles as your average car. They also lead hard lives, pounding up and the roads full of tools and equipment. We’ve analysed previously unseen MoT data from the Government to reveal the best and worst van manufacturers for MoT performance. 
  • Dunlop’s new classic tyre range available exclusively from Vintage Tyres 6 Oct 2017 (News)
    The rubber promises the latest in tyre technology for handling and braking performance for classic cars. The Sport Classic comes in ten sizes covering a wide range of classics including BMW 02, Porsche 356, Volvo Amazon, Jaguar E-type and Ford Capri. A Vintage Tyres spokesmand, said, 'Dunlop has used state-of-the-art materials to ensure stability and steering precision at higher speeds.
  • Timewarp Beetle heads to auction 18 May 2016 (News)
    A 42-year-old Volkswagen Beetle that has covered just 90km is going under the hammer at Silverstone Auctions’ Classic Race Aarhus Auction in Denmark on 28-29 May. The highly-original one-owner 1974 Volkswagen was sold to an Italian man who didn’t use it very much and by 1978 had stored it in a barn – where it sat for nearly the next four decades.
 

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