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• What is the cheapest Classic Car Insurance for a Audi TT? (Article)
  It's a deisgn icon and a rapidly appreciating modern classic - the Audi TT is perfect if you want something for high days and holidays. Okay, so it might not be the most sure-footed and involving drive (and it certainly wasn't Audi's best-built car) but it is still glorious to look at an a fine place to spend a Sunday afternoon. Can I get it on a classic policy? Mk1 Audi TTs are considered classics by most insurers.
• What is the cheapest Classic Car Insurance for a Mazda MX-5 or Eunos? (Article)
  As easy to live with as an MGB and as much fun to drive as a Lotus Elan, the Mazda Eunos/MX-5 filled the void left by those charming British roadsters and is responsible for getting an entire generation of people into classic motoring. And it's easy to see why - they're still hugely affordable and the Japanese build quality means that reliability comes as standard.
• What is the cheapest Classic Car Insurance for a Porsche 911? (Article)
  . Power comes from the 3.6-litre ‘boxer’ six-cylinder, which is good for about 270bhp – depending on which version you’re driving (the Turbo was 408bhp).  Can I get it on a classic policy? It doesn't matter which version of the Porsche 911 you're interested in, they're all considered a classic by most insurers.
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  Top 10: Best dash cameras (Article)
  As soon as turn on the ignition it starts recording and you can forget about it. You can also set the screen to turn off when you're driving to make it less distracting - a little lights tells you it's still recording. With GPS, WiFi, an easy to use app and reliable software that works well, the GS63H is a great dash cam and one that's easy to recommend.
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  Best new vans for 2018 (Article)
  .  Hyundai Santa Cruz On sale: Late 2019 Hyundai showed its Santa Cruz concept at the 2015 Detroit Motor Show, and a production version of the lifestyle-oriented pick-up is said to be close to launch, though in which markets remains a closely guarded secret. Given the strength of the UK pick-up market, a right hand drive version could be on the cards by 2019. LDV G10 On sale: Late 2018 It returned to the UK market in 2014 with the Maxus-based V80, but LDV’s first all-new van is expected to appear in showrooms next year, having already been demonstrated as a passenger vehicle at the CV Show 2017.
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  Cheap van insurance for couriers and delivery drivers explained (Article)
  .      Nissan NV200 - Insurance group 5E The NV200 is unique to Nissan in that it doesn’t share its underpinnings with other manufacturers, as is the case with the NV400 and Primastar. As a result, it’s more car-like to drive, with a very good ride and has a spacious interior. It starts in insurance group 5E for the 90PS 1.5-litre dCi engine in either E or Visia trim levels.     Volkswagen T5 Transporter Insurance group 5E The Volkswagen T5 Transporter is among the best-selling used vans, and with good reason, as it's extremely refined and car-like to drive.
• Where can you get quick classic car insurance quotes? (Article)
  You may think you have it all stored in your head but the information required can vary between insurers, so it is worth having the relevant paperwork in front of you just in case; V5C, driving licence, MoT certificate - all might come in handy and save your rooting in the cupboard whilst on the phone. Another thing you can do to save a bit of time is to get the insurers to call you rather than the other way round.
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  Top 10: Winter essentials for car owners (Article)
  Read our review of the Iceplane Blankets and warm clothes Driving with a big coat on can be uncomfortable and irritating, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't carry one in your car with you in winter. Better yet, keep warm clothes, a hat, gloves and a blanket in your car in case you get stranded.
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  Top 10: Dash cams under £200 2020 (Article)
  It also provides advanced driver alerts - including forward collision and lane departure, alerts for red light cameras and speed camera location alerts with unlimited updates via the Garmin Drive app. Voice control allows you to say “OK, Garmin” to start/stop audio recording, take a still picture or start/stop the Travelapse video capture feature, while parking mode monitors your car’s surroundings while your car is parked and the engine isn't running.
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  What is heycar & why use it? (Article)
  As we mentioned earlier, each car comes with a warranty that lets you drive away worry-free. Many of the newer cars will still be within their original manufacturer warranty. Others may come with specific schemes that give you enhanced protection. As a bare minimum, you can expect at least 30 days' warranty.
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  Buying and selling vans at auction (Article)
  The procedure may vary slightly depending on the auction house you choose, but generally speaking you will be required to a percentage immediately followed by the balance within 24 hours if not sooner, and take the vehicle away within a similar period. If you plan on driving the vehicle away it is vital that you arrange insurance, and if the vehicle does not have a valid MoT you may not be allowed to drive it away - some auction houses may be able to arrange delivery for you but this will cost extra.
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  How to sell your van (Article)
  It’s also a good idea to have a friend or family member present for support, even if they don’t know anything about vans. The test drive As the vehicle owner, it is your legal responsibility to check that the buyer is insured to drive your van. Before the test drive, ask to see the buyer's driving licence and insurance certificate.
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  Top 10: Discounted gifts for Christmas 2018 (Article)
  As well as a briefing on safety procedures and driving techniques, you also get instructor tuition to help you out of any tricky situations. The course offers 40 minutes of hands-on experience tackling demanding terrain and the voucher is valid for six months.
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  Toy of the Year shortlist (Article)
  Sphero BOLT At face value, the BOLT is an app-controlled ball with which you can steer using a virtual joystick, tilt controls, a virtual slingshot, kick mode and — by far the strangest — scream drive. Whisper to slow it down or shout to speed it up. However, the BOLT can actually be used in three ways. Aside from being app-controlled, the toy can be used as a control for games on the Sphero Play app or, to get the most out of it for your money, it can be programmed using the Sphero Edu app. 
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  Sat Nav of the Year shortlist (Article)
  >> Read our full review Garmin Drive Assist 51 LMT-D The Garmin DriveAssist 51 LMT-D is a sat nav unit that features an integrated dash cam , in an effort to cut down on windscreen clutter and fuss.
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  How to buy and sell a classic car through Anglia Car Auctions (Article)
   This is payable on agreed entry and the price includes valet. Remember, ACA is one of the few auction houses that drives cars in and out of the sale room, unless the car is a non-runner. Is there a seller's fee at Anglia Car Auctions? The seller's commission is 5% for classic cars and a minimum of £100 will be changed.
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  Guide to getting your motorcycle licence (Article)
  These test that you know how to carry out basic safety checks, understand what features to alter when carrying a pillion etc. You’ll then drive in various road and traffic conditions, during which you will need to prove you can safely and competently complete normal stops, an angle start (pulling out from behind a parked vehicle) and a hill start (where possible).
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  Top 10: Experience days (Article)
  Hovercraft Experience for One An experience that will make driving a car at high speed look like a doddle, try your hand at piloting a hovercraft - one of the few vehicles that's equally at home on the water as it is on land. You get the all-important safety briefing before learning the controls on land, then you can try it out on the 30-acre lake.
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  Top 10: Ways to prevent car theft (Article)
  The key also doesn't need to be present within the car for it to continue running - so they can keep driving as long as the ignition isn't turned off at any point. For £8, you can get some peace of mind about leaving your keyless entry car outside your house by buying a signal-blocking bag, sometimes calls a faraday bag/pouch.
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  Home Appliance of the Year shortlist (Article)
  Not only will they save you money, but they’ll also make your life more comfortable - especially over winter. Driving home from work? Turn the heating up so your house is snug when you get home. In bed wishing it was a bit warmer? Just tap the app or tell Alexa to adjust the temperature. Compared to rivals like Hive or Nest, the Tado represents good value for money.