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Without some research into an appropriate first time car, the cost of car insurance can spiral out of control. In this section Driving Test Tips offers advice on choosing an ideal car and how to keep those insurance costs to a minimum.
Also offered is a tutorial on parking a car. Not as in-depth as the tutorials found in the driving test tutorial sections but it will help you understand how to use reference points to help with your parking.
A guide to the basics of servicing your own car. By performing a basic service, long-term savings can be made.
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Car care tips and maintenance
The cost of obtaining a full driving licence is for most, expensive with the price of driving lessons and tests.
Once you have managed to pass the practical driving test, you then need to purchase a car, keep it legal on the road and keep it maintained.
The cost of running a car especially for new and young drivers is extremely expensive. Driving Test Tips offers tips on how to keep your car insurance premium as low as possible, ideal first cars for new and young drivers and many other car tips for reducing costs. This section is designed for new car drivers offering car care tips and maintenance. |
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Best cars for young and new drivers
Useful tips on choosing your first car if keeping the running costs and maintenance down are your priority. |
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Buying a used car
Plenty of car tips and advice for buying a second hand used car from security checks, bodywork checks, interior checks, engine checks and test driving a used car.
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Car insurance help
Car insurance help for new, young and experienced drivers, explaining the various types of car insurance and how to keep the costs to a minimum.
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How to park a car
Tutorial with reference markers designed for drivers with a full licence wishing to brush up on their car parking technique.
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Automatic or manual, which is better?
Article discussing the benefits and drawbacks of both automatic and manual transmission cars in the UK. |
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How to service a car
Car servicing can cost a fortune. This section explains the tools and parts required to perform a basic service to your car by yourself.
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Car battery lifespan and maintenance
How car batteries work, general car battery lifespan expectancy, maintenance to get the best and long-life from your battery, plus various types of batteries and chargers available. |
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Tyre tread legal limit depth
Neglected and unchecked tyres can easily lead to fines and points on the licence. Illegal tyres are also the cause of many accidents. This section offers tips on how to keep your car tyres legal and safe.
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Dashboard warning lights
Explanation of the most common dashboard warning lights in cars, engine management light along with pictures.
How to push start a car
Car batteries can often fails after 3 to 4 years and the cold weather certainly doesn't help. If your car battery fails, you may have to push start your car.
How to wash a car
How to wash a car properly, by hand and without a hose. Car tips on how to clean a car leaving that showroom finish. |
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New car deals
Provides tips on purchasing a new car and advice on getting the best possible price and extras. |
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