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Mar 16

Are Some Second Hand Cars Safer Than Others?


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Whether you are thinking about purchasing a new or a second hand vehicle, it’s always a good idea to do plenty of research before you make a decision. The UK government is aware that an increasing number of people, particularly new drivers need guidance when it comes to safe driving. Safety ratings in the UK rely on the Euro NCAP – the new car assessment programme. An increasing number of car manufacturers now use the results of these tests to make their latest vehicles safer to drive.

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Feb 16

What Are the Most Reliable Second Hand Cars for New Drivers?


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If you are a new driver, or you have a son or daughter who has just passed their driving test, a second hand car is a much better bet than a new one, however shiny and enticing they may look on the showroom floor, for their first vehicle. There are plenty of second hand cars on the market, and depending on your budget, there’s a wide range of choices. Two things to bear in mind when you are looking for a second hand car are a low insurance rate and a good safety rating. The internet makes this information far easier to find than it was in days gone by, thankfully.

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