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  • Could battery powered cars be more drain than gain?

    • 10 July 2017
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Big Motoring World
      • Electric Cars
      • Battery Cars
    Could battery powered cars be more drain than gain?
    A couple of big news stories caught our eye recently here at Big Motoring World. One was the announcement by Volvo that they will only be launching new hybrid or electric cars from 2019 (you can read more about this in our other post this week), and another that the new French president Emmanuel Macron’s government has promised that diesel and petrol cars will be banned in France by 2040. Serious business They’re both significant, not least because it shows just how seriously the ind...
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  • Highlights from the Goodwood Festival of Speed

    • 4 July 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Goodwood Festival of Speed
    Highlights from the Goodwood Festival of Speed
    We’re huge fans of the Goodwood Festival of Speed here at Big Motoring World - to be fair, find us a keen petrol head who isn’t. A celebration of speed It’s a real highlight of the year for many of us - but for those of you who have never had the chance to take part, it’s an annual celebration of everything that is most exciting about motorsport - a coming together of the fastest, the loudest and some of the most legendary names in the racing game. The event began relati...
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  • How effective are 20mph zones?

    • 3 July 2017
      • Road Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Road Safety
      • 20mph Zone
    How effective are 20mph zones?
    Speed kills - that much we know. The faster you’re travelling in your car, the less time you have to react and the more likely it is that if you do hit someone or something, the results will be exponentially more serious. Breaking limits So, here at Big Motoring World we were very interested to read some official Department for Transport research that suggests that as many as eight out of ten UK drivers broke the speed limit in 20mph zones. Interestingly, the research showed that these are...
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  • New car registrations down in May

    • 27 June 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Brexit
      • UK Car Industry
      • Car Registrations
    Here at Big Motoring World it seems to us that there are at least a couple of very good reasons for the decline in the UK’s new car market in May this year. Uncertain times Firstly, as the uncertainty around Brexit and the General Election in June swirled around, many potential car buyers simply decided to hold off buying a brand new vehicle until things have settled down politically. Now, with a hung parliament and Brexit negotiations underway, it will be interesting to see if the polit...
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  • Great British Women in the Car Industry

    • 26 June 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Great British Women in the Car Industry
    The car industry is currently largely dominated by men – and so occasions like Autocar’s Great British Women in the Car Industry event make us hugely proud here at Big Motoring World. They are a welcome opportunity to celebrate the encouraging signs of a more gender diverse future to come. A chance to shine Autocar describes the event as a chance for the industry to shine a light on those women in the motor industry who already have reached the highest levels in their profession ...
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  • New iPhone feature could lead to safer roads

    • 20 June 2017
      • News
      • Road Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Technology
      • iPhone
      • Safety
    Here at Big Motoring World, we were really pleased to hear about a new feature on the latest iPhone software that we hope will really make a difference to driver safety. The Do Not Disturb for Driving feature on iOS11 is specifically designed to prevent people from being distracted by messages while they’re on the road. Do not disturb We’ve talked in previous posts about the dangers of drivers using a mobile - whether handheld or hands-free - and the impact it has on the reaction...
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  • The politics of uncertainty

    • 19 June 2017
      • UK Car Industry
      • Big Motoring World
      • Brexit
      • General Election
      • Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
      • UK Car Industry
    They say that a week is a long time in politics - if so, the last 12 months must have felt like an eternity for many. Political upheaval It’s been a period of real political turmoil, both in the UK and abroad, with a string of elections and surprise decisions that have made predicting what might happen in the next 12 months almost impossible. With the unexpected vote for Brexit and now a shock General Election result on June 8 that has created a hung parliament, there is a growing feel...
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  • Are you driving safely with your pets?

    • 12 June 2017
      • Car Safety
      • Uncategorised
      • Big Motoring World
      • Car Safety
      • Pets
      It’s now something most of us do now without thinking - you climb into your car, reach for your seatbelt and buckle up. And if you’ve got kids, then obviously you’ll do the same for them. Making sure that you and your passengers are safely restrained while you’re driving is second nature. A high price to pay But what about your pets? For many people, taking their dog in their car with them is just a matter of asking them to lie down on the back seat and throwi...
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  • Is hands-free really risk-free?

    • 12 June 2017
      • News
      • Car Sales
      • Big Motoring World
      • Road Safety
      • Hands Free
    We all know that driving while holding a mobile phone is both highly dangerous and illegal. And since May, getting caught using a non-hands free phone now brings with it a set of even tougher punishments  - with the penalty now doubled to a £200 fine and six points on your licence. New research Here at Big Motoring World we obviously think that coming down hard on people who hold their phones while driving is common sense - but new research led by a team from the University of Iow...
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  • Big demand for the next generation of testers

    • 7 June 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • MOT Tester
    Would you like to work with some of the biggest car brands in the industry? If so, then the good news is that becoming an MOT tester could be the role you’re looking for. MOT testers are in big demand at the moment, and there are currently well over 2,000 jobs on offer. As cars have become more and more complex, and increasingly reliant on advanced electronics, the role of MOT tester is one that nowadays requires far more than purely mechanical skills. A new breed Talking to the Sun n...
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  • Beating the traffic

    • 5 June 2017
      • Driving Tips
      • Big Motoring World
      • Driving
      • Tips
      • Traffic
    In our last news blog we talked about the rising costs for motorists and the increasing financial pressure on commuters in terms of parking charges, fuel rises and maintenance. Add to this the frustration and boredom you feel spending hours stuck in traffic, and it’s hard to see many positives for commuters. Beating the jams So imagine a world in which getting to work - in your own car - is a quick, efficient and relatively painless experience. A future in which avoiding the jams is as...
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  • Beating rising costs

    • 1 June 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Tips
      • Car Costs
    The fleet industry knows a thing or two about motoring costs - after all it’s firmly in their business interests to keep a close eye on where life is getting more (or less) expensive for motorists. Here at Big Motoring World the rising costs of keeping your car on the road are an ongoing concern. So, with that in mind, a recent survey by online parking service YourParkingSpace.co.uk makes for some interesting reading. Rising costs The study reflects a hunch that many of us have probably h...
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  • How to stay cool behind the wheel

    • 30 May 2017
      • Driving Tips
      • Big Motoring World
      • Driving Tips
      • Road Safety
      While of course none of the team at Big Motoring World have ever lost their cool behind the wheel, we know it’s something that many other drivers have experienced. Breaking point Whether it’s due to tiredness or impatience, being late for an appointment or getting distracted by screaming kids in the back seat, sometimes it’s all to easy to lose the plot when you’re driving. And while of course there are degrees of road rage - from honking the horn to intimida...
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  • A roadmap for the future

    • 24 May 2017
      • Road Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Road Safety
      • UK General Election
    With the UK General Election now only a few weeks away, the three main parties have been busy laying out their plans for their differing visions of Britain. And while Brexit and the economy dominate much of the agenda, the politicians are also doing their best to win over motorists. So what are the different parties promising to deliver, if they win power? Making our roads safer Roadworks are firmly in Labour’s sights, as well pledges to eliminate road deaths completely and axe the Severn ...
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  • A hole in the budget

    • 23 May 2017
      • Uncategorised
    There is a growing crisis on the roads of England and Wales: potholes. The state of our roads is getting worse, as anyone who has driven (or ridden a bike) on them recently can testify. Serious damage Research also backs up the feeling that many of us have that the situation is deteriorating. The physical damage caused by our vehicles hitting pot holes is taking its toll, and is reflected in recent figures from the RAC. Broken suspension springs, damaged shock absorbers and distorted wheels are ...
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  • A clearer road ahead?

    • 22 May 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Air Pollution
    Here at Big Motoring World we were encouraged by the government’s recent announcement that outline their proposals to cut air pollution in the UK. A growing problem The issue is a huge one - the Royal College of Physicians has said that air pollution can be linked to around 40,000 premature deaths each year. And while air quality has clearly improved since the middle of the twentieth century, the UK has struggled in recent times to stay on the right side of EU limits. Nitrogen dioxide (NO2...
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  • How safe is your car from hackers?

    • 22 May 2017
      • News
      • Car Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Car Security
      • Hackers
    As motorists, we’re probably all fairly comfortable with the idea of vehicle security. At Big Motoring World we’re no different – we lock a car’s doors when we leave it unattended, and we use immobilisers and alarms to protect the vehicle from thieves. And at the same time, we’re all becoming more and more conscious of cyber security at home - we’re careful about what we download onto our computers and phones, and are cautious about who has access to our priv...
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  • MINI tops the best of British list

    • 16 May 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Best British Car of All Time
      • MINI
    It’s been a firm favourite of the team here at Big Motoring World for a long time and of course for many people it’s a recognised national treasure - the humble MINI is a true icon of the motoring world. The little car has now had its legendary status confirmed, after being named ‘Best British Car of All Time’ by a panel comprised of CEO’s from the country’s top manufacturing companies and leading motoring industry experts. The ultimate small car The competiti...
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  • A driverless future

    • 15 May 2017
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Big Motoring World
      • Electric Cars
      • UK Roads
      While many people are sceptical - and maybe even a little nervous - of the idea of driverless cars, at Big Motoring World we’re excited about the possibilities of this incredible technology. There’s been some real progress in this area over the last few years - despite a number of high profile setbacks - and it now looks like driverless cars are all set to arrive on the UK’s roads and motorways in the very near future. Oxbotica are a firm who develop the sophisticated ...
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  • Speeding Fines to Double for Serious Offenders

    • 5 May 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Speeding Fines
    Drivers who routinely speed will soon find that it really isn’t worth it, as speeding fines are set to go up by 50 per cent for the most serious offences. According to AutoExpress, new laws came into force on 24 April 2017. The legislation is aimed squarely at those who commit regular and serious speeding offences, with the aim of reducing accidents at high speed. The average fine in 2015 for speeding was £188, and courts sentenced 166,695 offenders. So, while British drivers tend to...
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  • UK Driving Tests Set to Change in 2017

    • 3 May 2017
      • News
      • Driving Test
      • Big Motoring World
      • DVLA
      • UK Driving Test
    The practical driving exam for learner drivers in the UK will be undergoing various changes towards the end of this year. In order to bring the test further in line with modern driving behaviour, the test will undergo tweaks which will be effective from 4 December 2017. So, what can you expect as a learner driver? Four Main Changes to Driving Test The four big changes are: Outdated manoeuvres like reversing around a corner will be shunted, in favour of more common manoeuvres such as reverse...
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  • What will the diesel scrappage scheme mean for diesel drivers?

    • 25 April 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • Diesel Scrappage
    Flip flopping on their message isn’t exactly new for governments over the years. And when it comes to diesel car emissions, they’ve been true to form. While UK drivers were once encouraged to drive diesel cars thanks to the assumption that they caused less damage than petrol, it turned out that this wasn’t quite the case. Penalties for driving diesel ensued causing a fair amount of outrage among those who followed earlier advice. Suggested diesel scrappage scheme So, the rece...
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  • What to look out for when buying a used EV

    • 24 April 2017
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Big Motoring World
      • Tips
      • Electric Vehicles
    There are many ways that technology has transformed car ownership, and one of the biggest is the rise of the EV. Electric cars have quickly become more accepted as a viable option for UK drivers. And this means that more EVs are now on the second-hand market. But is it worth buying one? And if you do, what should you keep an eye out for? Is a used EV right for you? It can’t be denied that there are lots of reasons to look into buying a second hand EV, including lower prices, reasonable m...
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  • How Will New Car Tax Rules Raise Your Costs?

    • 13 April 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • News
      • Car Tax
      If you haven’t heard by now that the British government recently introduced new car tax rules, you’ve been living under a rock. It’s been clear for a while that these new rules could make owning a car more expensive for some people, but new research has shown just how bad it could be for some drivers. Big Motoring World asks: how will new car tax running raise your costs in future? New rules The new car tax rules are set to bring sweeping changes. Under the new syste...
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  • This Tactic Could Help You Save On Car Insurance

    • 10 April 2017
      • Car Insurance
      • Big Motoring World
      • Tips
      • Insurance
    Car insurance is a necessary evil – you’ve got to have it just in case something goes wrong with your car, but it can be insanely expensive, hitting your wallet hard every single month. But there’s one tactic that could really help you save a lot on car insurance, so keep reading to find out what it is… Premiums rollercoaster It’s clear, given what’s going on in the world right now, that living costs are rising. And unfortunately car premiums are going up ...
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  • AA Rolls Out Revolutionary Car Tech

    • 7 April 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • News
      • AA
    Breaking down on the roadside is a lot of peoples’ worst nightmare. What if you could predict a breakdown before it happened, so you could get your car sorted ahead of time? Now you’ll be able to, as breakdown insurance provider AA has launched a new technology which can do exactly that! Breakdown cover If your car goes caput while you’re on the road, it can prove costly. You’ll have to pay, among other things, to get experts to come out and either fix your vehicle at ...
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  • What Annoys British Drivers the Most?

    • 4 April 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • News
      • UK Drivers
    Driving is really rewarding, as it gives you the freedom to go anywhere you want in the UK in just hours. But there are some things about driving that get on even the most patient of motorists’ nerves. Big Motoring World looks at recently released research to ask: what annoys British drivers the most? Biggest annoyance We Brits really believe that we’re the best drivers in Europe. But new research commissioned by RAC suggests that when we say this we’re probably referring to...
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  • Our Highlights From the 2017 Geneva Motor Show

    • 30 March 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • 2017 Geneva Motor Show
    Our industry’s best and brightest recently gathered in Geneva for the biggest event in the European car calendar. This was the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, which was held from 9th to 19th March, and really didn’t disappoint, as top brands unveiled their latest supercars and flagship models to the world. Here are Big Motoring World’s highlights from the 2017 Geneva Motor Show  for your reading pleasure. Flying into the future Airbus made a grand spectacle at the Geneva Motor ...
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  • What Does the 2017 Budget Mean for British Drivers?

    • 27 March 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • 2017 Budget
      • Philip Hammond
    It’s a good idea to keep an eye on what the government’s doing, as a British motorist. Whitehall’s car market policies can hit your pocket book, so it’s best to be prepared. UK Chancellor Philip Hammond recently announced the 2017 Budget, and here’s what you need to know about it as a driver. New tax rules As we already reported, new car tax rules are coming in, which Hammond confirmed in the Budget. If you registered your vehicle before 31st March 2017, nothing ...
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  • Five Car Checks You Should Do Every Month

    • 22 March 2017
      • Car Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Car Safety
      • Tips
    It can cost an arm and a leg to take your car to the mechanic. It’s a good idea to carry out checks at least once a month, so you can spot any potential problems before they lead you to the mechanics’ door, saving you serious time and money. Here are five car checks you should do every month. Check screen wash It sounds too pointless to bother with, but check your screen wash levels anyway. You never know when a rainy days going to strike in the UK, so you’ll need to keep th...
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  • Millions of Brits are Driving Without MOTs

    • 20 March 2017
      • News
      • Big Motoring World
      • British Drivers
      • MOT
    Your car must have a Ministry of Transport (MOT) certificate, if you want to actually drive it. This is something that a surprising amount of Brits don’t seem to fully understand, as new research shows that millions of us have at some point driven without a valid MOT. Big Motoring World reveals more… Rundown on MOTS If your car has an MOT certificate, then it means that the vehicle meets legal road safety and environmental standards, so it’s safe to drive. You have to take ...
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  • Google Patents Fascinating Car Safety System

    • 9 March 2017
      • News
      • Car Safety
      • Big Motoring World
      • Car Safety
      • Google
    The eyes of car tech enthusiasts have all been drawn to Google this week. The giant technology firm has recently patented an absolutely fascinating car safety system, in a potentially game-changing move. We know you’re eager to find out more, so let Big Motoring World tell you all about it… Tech innovator Once upon a time Google was nothing more than the world’s favourite search engine. Oh how times have changed. Over the past few years, Google has gradually re-positioned it...
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  • 2016 Was a Great Year for Used Cars in the UK!

    • 6 March 2017
      • News
      • Used Car Sales
      • Big Motoring World
      • Used Cars
    There’s nothing more satisfying than getting a luxury car, such as a BMW or a Mercedes, at a rock-bottom price, because you bought it second-hand. It seems as though this is a popular opinion among many Britons, as new figures show that 2016 was a great year for used car sales in the UK! Increasing sales The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), a body that represents the British car industry, is constantly releasing fresh used car figures. Here at Big Motoring World, we re...
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  • How Can You Lower Your Child’s Car Insurance Without Resorting to Fronting

    • 23 February 2017
      • Car Insurance
      • Big Motoring World
      • Car Insurance
      • Fronting
      • Tips
    If you’re a parent, you may put your children on your car insurance policy, to shield them from the ridiculously high premiums that often hit younger drivers. But this is a huge mistake that could really hurt your wallet. Big Motoring World explains why this practise, known as “fronting” should be avoided at all costs and how you use other methods to lower your child’s car insurance premiums. Climbing premiums The cost of car insurance is climbing for everyone right no...
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  • How are UK Driving Tests Changing in 2017?

    • 20 February 2017
      • News
      • Driving Test
      • Big Motoring World
      • News
      • Driving Test
    You should be aware, if you or your children are learning to drive, that the government will soon be ushering in some changes. Big Motoring World asks how are UK driving tests changing in 2017? UK driving test There are two exams that you need to pass to get a UK driving license. First there’s the theory test, which is used to examine your understanding of the rules of the road. It involves two sections – one where you answer 50 multiple choice questions and one where you are task...
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  • The UK’s New Car Seat Law – What You Need to Know

    • 15 February 2017
      • Uncategorised
    If you’re a parent, it’s crucial that you learn how to fit car seats in your vehicle properly, to keep your kids safe at all time. The UK’s new car seat law will soon come into effect and it will bring a few changes that you need to be aware of. Keep reading as Big Motoring World explains more… Vital info Under UK law, you must sit your child in a car seat until they either grow to 4 feet 5 inches tall or turn 12 years old. You must place them in a rear-facing seat fo...
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