Ways to Try and Keep Insurance Costs Down for New Drivers
Once you’ve passed your driving test it’s time to find some wheels, get insured, and get out on the road. It’s important you choose a car that doesn’t push up the cost of your insurance any more than it needs to.
Did you know these 6 simple things could make your car fail its MOT?
Some problems can’t be fixed before an MOT, but there are a few things that you can check for yourself to help your car on its way to passing.
What are the different types of car insurance?
Insurance can be confusing, so we’re here to make things as simple as possible. In this article we will look at what the different levels of insurance cover are.
Are you invalidating your insurance?
You might not know it, but there are lots of ways that you can make your insurance policy invalid. You may not even realise you’re doing it. You must make sure you’re not going against the regulations of your policy, otherwise it could be declared void.
Why you should never run out of fuel
Are you always keeping your fuel tank topped up? Or are you running on empty? Playing fuel gauge roulette might seem like fun, but running out of fuel might damage your car!
What are your dashboard warning lights trying to tell you?
At WiseDriving, we’re all about staying safe. So, we’re here to help you find out what your dashboard warning lights mean.
Light up the road - Check your lights
Your headlights are important for staying safe at night, so make sure that you check them regularly with our how-to guide!
How are renewal quotes calculated?
If your car insurance renewal is coming up, our guide to renewal prices could help you to understand how your renewal price is calculated and how ‘risk’ affects the price you pay.
How much does running a car actually cost?
If you’ve just passed your driving test, freedom is at your fingertips. But can you actually afford to run a car? Running a car can be an expensive business, all for reasons you might never have thought about. Everyone knows that young driver car...
Essential checks every car owner should be doing
Just bought your first car? Here are some essential checks that every car owner should know to keep your car running smoothly.
Car insurance jargon buster
Car insurance can contain a lot of words that are hard to understand - which is why we've created our jargon buster to help things make a little more sense.
What is a car insurance excess?
Wondering what car insurance excess really means? Learn the basics of Voluntary and Compulsory excess and the best ways to save with this post from WiseDriving.
How to keep your car secure
Even with all the technology that new cars have, car theft can still be a big problem. It’s important that you know how to keep your car safe. We’ve put together some tips to help you keep your car secure from theft – and give you peace of mind.
The benefits of dashcams
With telematics insurance on the rise, it’s easier than ever to know whether you’re driving safely. Even so, many people have taken to installing a dash cam in their car as an additional safety procedure – so just how can a dash cam help to improve your...
How to clean your car in 5 simple steps
As easy as it may sound, cleaning a car for the first time can have its challenges. Fear not, though, as we’ve put together this handy guide to car-washing that will leave your vehicle looking dazzling in no time.
Buying a used car
If you’re buying a used car, make sure you check these key things before you buy to stop your car shopping trip turning into an expensive disaster. These 10 tips will help you make sure that you know exactly what you’re getting for your money!
Buying a new car
Buying a car is exciting, but the decision whether to save longer and buy a brand new car or to buy a used car can be a difficult one. Despite the higher cost, sometimes buying brand new can actually be a much better deal. Before you decide, make sure...
Ways to Try and Keep Insurance Costs Down for New Drivers
Once you’ve passed your driving test it’s time to find some wheels, get insured, and get out on the road. It’s important you choose a car that doesn’t push up the cost of your insurance any more than it needs to.
Did you know these 6 simple things could make your car fail its MOT?
Some problems can’t be fixed before an MOT, but there are a few things that you can check for yourself to help your car on its way to passing.
What are the different types of car insurance?
Insurance can be confusing, so we’re here to make things as simple as possible. In this article we will look at what the different levels of insurance cover are.
Are you invalidating your insurance?
You might not know it, but there are lots of ways that you can make your insurance policy invalid. You may not even realise you’re doing it. You must make sure you’re not going against the regulations of your policy, otherwise it could be declared void.
Why you should never run out of fuel
Are you always keeping your fuel tank topped up? Or are you running on empty? Playing fuel gauge roulette might seem like fun, but running out of fuel might damage your car!
What are your dashboard warning lights trying to tell you?
At WiseDriving, we’re all about staying safe. So, we’re here to help you find out what your dashboard warning lights mean.
Light up the road - Check your lights
Your headlights are important for staying safe at night, so make sure that you check them regularly with our how-to guide!
How are renewal quotes calculated?
If your car insurance renewal is coming up, our guide to renewal prices could help you to understand how your renewal price is calculated and how ‘risk’ affects the price you pay.
How much does running a car actually cost?
If you’ve just passed your driving test, freedom is at your fingertips. But can you actually afford to run a car? Running a car can be an expensive business, all for reasons you might never have thought about. Everyone knows that young driver car...
Essential checks every car owner should be doing
Just bought your first car? Here are some essential checks that every car owner should know to keep your car running smoothly.
Car insurance jargon buster
Car insurance can contain a lot of words that are hard to understand - which is why we've created our jargon buster to help things make a little more sense.
What is a car insurance excess?
Wondering what car insurance excess really means? Learn the basics of Voluntary and Compulsory excess and the best ways to save with this post from WiseDriving.
How to keep your car secure
Even with all the technology that new cars have, car theft can still be a big problem. It’s important that you know how to keep your car safe. We’ve put together some tips to help you keep your car secure from theft – and give you peace of mind.
The benefits of dashcams
With telematics insurance on the rise, it’s easier than ever to know whether you’re driving safely. Even so, many people have taken to installing a dash cam in their car as an additional safety procedure – so just how can a dash cam help to improve your...
How to clean your car in 5 simple steps
As easy as it may sound, cleaning a car for the first time can have its challenges. Fear not, though, as we’ve put together this handy guide to car-washing that will leave your vehicle looking dazzling in no time.
Buying a used car
If you’re buying a used car, make sure you check these key things before you buy to stop your car shopping trip turning into an expensive disaster. These 10 tips will help you make sure that you know exactly what you’re getting for your money!
Buying a new car
Buying a car is exciting, but the decision whether to save longer and buy a brand new car or to buy a used car can be a difficult one. Despite the higher cost, sometimes buying brand new can actually be a much better deal. Before you decide, make sure...
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