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#51

Freshest Cars for September's 75 Plate Change

This month saw the arrival of a new number plate - yes folks, we’re in the 75s now! But if you really want to impress the neighbours, why stop at just the latest plate?

4th September 2025
#52

Top Tips to Protect the Value of Your Car

September is a busy month for drivers. It brings the shift into autumn with school run traffic, darker evenings and wetter roads.

4th September 2025
#53

UK Summer Road Trips with Museums

Few things are more appealing than a good car, the open road and a great motor museum. Whether at the start of a road trip, at the end or somewhere in the middle, a car museum is the perfect excuse for a day at the wheel.

31st July 2025
#54

Salary Sacrifice: How does it work?

It's reckoned around one third of companies and public bodies offer new cars on salary sacrifice, most of them EVs, with employee take up at some organisations as high as 10%.

30th July 2025
#55

Do Electric Vehicles need servicing?

In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have attracted a lot of interest as a cleaner and more environmentally friendly form of transportation.

30th July 2025
#56

Why Aircon Isn’t Just for Comfort – It’s a Safety Feature Too

Think your car’s aircon is just for summer? Think again. From safety to comfort to saving money, it works hard all year round. Discover the hidden benefits of your A/C system - and why a little maintenance now could save you big later.

24th July 2025
#57

The Car Write-Off Crisis: Why Your Insurance Payout May Fall Thousands Short

Did you know your insurance payout could leave you thousands out of pocket if your car is written off? With vehicle write-offs soaring and market values falling fast, especially for EVs, discover how GAP Insurance from MotorEasy can protect you from unexpected financial shortfalls.

27th June 2025
#58

The Hassle of Ownership - Quarter of Motorists Hate Getting Their Cars Serviced - But There Is an Easier Way!

Fed up with the hassle of getting your car serviced? You're not alone - over a quarter of UK drivers feel the same way, but there’s an easier, more affordable solution that could save you time, stress, and money - find out how MotorEasy can help.

27th June 2025
#59

The UK’s Priciest Cities for Car Maintenance

Did you know that car maintenance costs can vary by over £500 depending on where you live? A new report reveals the UK’s most and least expensive cities for keeping your car roadworthy, and what you can do to cut those costs.

29th May 2025
#60 keep your car warranty valid

Keeping Your Car Warranty Valid: A Survival Guide

Want to avoid costly repairs and keep your car warranty intact? Our survival guide covers everything - from service schedules and trusted garages to smart driving tips and must-keep documents. Stay protected and drive with confidence, every mile.

27th May 2025
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