Why it pays to shop around for Car Finance
Want to drive a good deal on car finance, do some research and shop around writes Geraldine Herbert There are three main options for financing a new car; a personal/car loan, buying on hire purchase or through a personal contract purchase (PCP). 1) Borrowing money from a bank, building society or credit union gives you ownership of a car. The best way to compare loans is on APR – the annual percentage rate as this allows you work...
Opel Corsa Excite 5 Door 1.4i (90PS) EcoFLEX
New Opel Corsa is smarter and sharper than ever, writes Geraldine Herbert What is it?This is the new fifth generation Corsa and while technically not a brand new car it is far more than just a facelift; there is a new chassis and suspension, new engines plus its classier inside and out . Who is it aimed at? Space, Stylish looks and cheap running costs are the main criteria for the success of a small car and the Opel Corsa, has always...
Designing Cars for Women
If 75% of women, according to a recent survey, feel misunderstood by the car industry is it down to bad car design or something more, Geraldine Herbert asks. One of Britain’s most powerful global motor industry figures believes that women are still being ignored by car designers despite the huge increase in their purchasing power. According to Mr Palmer, the executive vice-president of Nissan, the issue is the lack of women...
Skoda Fabia Style 1.2TSI 90BHP
We drive What Car’s 2015 Car of the Year and find out just how good the New Skoda Fabia is writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Now in its third generation the new Fabia is sleeker looking and comes with improved cabin space and fuel economy. Who is it aimed at? While the sharper styling is squarely aimed at younger buyers the bold new design is likely also to appeal to a broader age group than previous models. Styling? With wheel...
5 best cars at Detroit Motor Show 2015
This year’s Detroit motor show, which kicked off this week is the first major motor show for 2015. Here’s our pick of the best of the show writes Geraldine Herbert Ford GT This is the car that stole the show in Detroit. Featuring lashings of carbon fibre and aluminium in its construction it is powered by the most powerful EcoBoost engine to date, a 3.5 litre, twin turbo 6 cylinder producing 600 bhp. Simply stunning; the...
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