Driving Tips

11th May 2019

We’ll never tire of good tyre advice

If you noticed that your car door wasn’t closing properly you wouldn’t leave it would you? Well, this should be the same for your tyres too. […]
8th March 2019

Driving when Pregnant | Tips & Advice | 1st Central

Unsure whether driving when pregnant is ok? Read on to get helpful pregnancy driving advice. Life after having a child will never be the same, and […]
1st February 2019

All you need to know about potholes

We’re definitely not alone when we say that the UK’s pothole problem is fast becoming a crisis. It’s been reported that in 2018, more than 905,000 […]
23rd January 2019

What’s the best way to de-ice your car windscreen?

Winter is definitely here, and while kids across the country are building snowmen and having snowball fights, it’s not quite such a cheery story for drivers. […]
21st January 2019

How to save money on your car parking in 2019

Is your new year’s resolution to spend less money on motoring? A great place to start is on  car parking. Car parking hacks for 2019 To […]
2nd January 2019

How to save on your car running costs

It’s the start of 2019 , which means two things are inevitable. You’ve made a New Year’s resolution and you’ve probably already given up on it! […]
22nd November 2018

The top driving distractions to watch out for

As much as we wish we didn’t, we all find ourselves getting distracted behind the wheel from time to time. But what are the common causes […]
9th October 2018

Top 10 tips for night driving this Halloween

Halloween is coming and your little ones are probably already getting excited at the prospect of dressing up as their favourite monsters and heading off in […]
25th September 2018

Top tips for driving at night

With summer now firmly in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to start thinking about the cold, wet days of winter and the horribly long, dark nights […]
5th September 2018

Stay safe with our autumn driving checklist

September’s getting off to a reasonable start too, but we’ve all got to face it – autumn is well and truly on its way now. Just […]
24th August 2018

You drive me crazy!

With the August bank holiday weekend on the horizon, many people will be ‘gearing’ up to hit the roads for their late summer road trip, with […]
17th August 2018

Top tips to survive the August Bank Holiday traffic

It’s nearly time for the August Bank Holiday and one thing that it’s sure to bring is a whole heap of traffic. Whether you’re planning a […]
8th August 2018

Top 5 everyday tips for cheaper motoring

Driving is an expensive necessity for many of us, especially in the summer. Even before you’ve sat behind the wheel you’ll have already paid out for […]
1st August 2018

Blame it on the weather man: four million Brits not prepared for driving in the heatwave

With Britain basking in the middle of a heatwave, we’ve done a bit of research that revealed that motorists are sitting ducks when it comes to driving […]
4th July 2018

Summer driving tips to keep you cool as it heats up

Summer’s in full swing and with welcome hot temperatures blanketing the UK in a heatwave, it’s the perfect time to head off on an adventure behind […]
5th June 2018

7 steps to cope with hay fever behind the wheel

Summer’s here, and for many it’s one of the happiest times of the year – sunshine, picnics, holidays…what’s not to like? But for thousands of UK […]
9th May 2018

A DIY guide to checking and repairing your car

Keeping a car can be expensive. But there are steps you can take which could save you some cash. Here are five simple car repairs and […]
1st May 2018

Bank loan vs car finance: which is best?

Fancy a feisty Fiesta or a peppy Polo? Basic spec or top of the line? Black, white or red? There are so many exciting options when […]
25th April 2018

A handy guide to motorway driving in 2018

The warmer weather and upcoming school holidays mean one thing – road trip season is upon us. Whether you’re heading out on a day trip or […]
19th April 2018

Top tips for driving in hot weather

However fleeting the current “heatwave” may be, it’s important to be prepared for driving in the warmer temperatures if you’re going to stay safe on the […]