How to turn an old smartphone into a dashboard camera
In-car dashboard cameras are becoming more and more popular in the UK, with everyone from Uber drivers to young and inexperienced drivers beginning to see the benefits of recording their journeys.If you are starting to think about whether you might need a dash cam, then...
Until relatively recently, companies have been laboured with the high costs and depreciating value that comes with buying a company car. But in the past few years, an exciting alternative has stepped into the headlights.Nowadays, car leasing is commonplace and continues to grow in popularity both with businesses and private drivers. So, why have...
London is not the only major city in the world to suffer from parking issues, but here, just like other major cities, solutions seem to be in short supply and therefore, the hassle of parking and driving in London is a fact.People are encouraged to use trains and the tube, along with the buses....
Your first car is one which you will remember forever, for all its quirks and delights, the way it felt to drive and the excitement you felt when your feet first pressed the pedals. However, there will come a time when you wish to move on from that treasured first purchase and start the...
Because there’s nothing wrong with dreaming and because we’re huge fans of the German giant that is Audi, we decided to spend last weekend looking at the most affordable way to get hold of one. The answer… leasing.We looked high and low for some of the best deals around and found that there were...
Driving responsibly is of upmost importace for all drivers – it helps to reduce the likelihood of accidents and if you are unlucky enough to be involved in an accident, the fact you were already driving sensibly can mitigate the effects.Never drink and driveWe all know this, but it’s easy to think that “just...
Back in the days when pirates roamed the seven seas anyone suffering a whiplash injury would quite likely have previously been tied to the mast and lashed with the cat o' nine tails but today the word "whiplash" has a very different meaning. Although commonly used, this is a colloquial, non-medical, term describing a...
Range Rover Evoque, Jaguar F-Pace & VW TiguanFor carbuyers it’s fairly simple to find and compare your shortlisted vehicles and decide from many reviews which one is the most efficient, fun to drive or family friendly, and it becomes a little easier to decide when you’re looking to buy a car including all 3...
When it comes to your business and you are looking for the best way to acquire vans for your business, have you considered van leasing? You could purchase a van or a fleet of vans either outright or on a finance agreement suitable for business use. However, there are a variety of pros and...
When it comes to buying a car, (and not just your standard, everyday car), but an expensive prestige one, then the interior is just as important as the exterior. What’s going on in the inside matters just as much as the appearance from the outside, because when you’re the driver, being comfortable, feeling at...
The new 16 plate has arrived, which means now is the perfect time to look for a new car and acquire one of the top contending number plates. To welcome the new registration into the UK, here is an infographic with some surprising discoveries about registration plates.The new plate change only happens twice a year but...
A car can sometimes feel like it’s draining your pocket. It needn’t. Not only are there smart ways of saving money on your motor but also smart ways of cashing in. In fact, it’s much easier than we at Carblog thought. Carspring reached out to us with their tricks and tips on how to bring in...
Most people enjoy the process of deciding which make and model of car to buy. It is a chance to spend weeks flicking through motoring magazines and test-driving cars.This stage of the research process is fun, so most of us are more than happy to do it. Unfortunately, many people buy without having sufficient...
The Ford Fiesta has changed a lot since it first launched in the 70s and unless you are a major car enthusiast, you might not have kept up with every model as it has been updated. Well fear not as the Foray Motor Group have created the interactive history of the Ford Fiesta which...
For many people, motorway driving can be a source of stress; while statistics suggest that we actually have far fewer accidents while travelling on the motorway network, incidents can of course be much more serious due to the high speeds involved. However, by following a number of fundamental tips and techniques in this post,...
Modern life provides many of us with the opportunity (or necessity) to live and work at the other side of our country or even internationally. What we choose to take with us when we go varies but normally the complications and costs involved in transportation restrict us. What if you want or need to...
Every day, more and more people are passing their driving test and getting the keys to their very first car. This means that more cars will be on the road, making the roads at higher risk for accidents. Whether you’re involved in a crash or you witness one, there are many important things that...
In this blog we introduce you to the benefits of owning a dash cam. A dashboard camera, or car camera is a device that is fixed on the wind shield or dashboard. Hit and runs are very common and insurance companies specialise in denying claims. Since your insurance won’t pay unless the offender is found...
Whether you find yourself driving larger Citroen vans or small Japanese compact vehicles, there is always a basic safety protocol to follow if you want to keep your vehicle as trouble-free as possible. Not only does this maintain the value of the car over the long haul should you choose to sell it for...
Here is a run down of the most memorable cars in film history over the last 50 years. See how many you remember.. this list of the most famous and iconic cars from the Movies was produced by Howards Motor Group, you can check out the full infographic here.
Whether you want to lease a car with bad credit, or get the best range of cheap car leasing offers, you’ll want to make sure that you get the best value for money without sacrificing on quality and comfort.So for those of you watching your wallets, who still want a top notch driving experience,...
Fiat 500 Icon Reloaded LaunchThe Fiat 500 has been a real success for Fiat. During 2015 they launched a facelift or ‘Reloaded’ model to freshen up the range while we wait for the all new model which will be released in 2 years. There are a lot of tweaks to the design inside and...
Recently there has been a lot of talk of self-driving cars and the influence that these innovative new pieces of technology will have on society. Although Google’s goal was to create a driverless car that would solve all motoring problems, there are a few moral issues that may end up causing more problems than...
Use The Internet To Get The Best Possible Deal On Your New VehicleWhen it comes to getting the best possible deal for the best possible price, it's always an excellent idea to shop around. And when it comes to shopping wisely, the best policy is to make use of your ability to compare and...
James Bond is not only famous for his license to kill, being a womaniser and his love of shaken not stirred martinis, but also his collection of modern and classic cars. He's been known to drive 23 cars over the decades, from the much-loved Aston Martin DB5 to the famous car-chasing Ford Mustang Mach...
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The close of summer means we will be seeing fewer and fewer motorcycles on the road through the end of the year. However, that is not to say every bike will go dormant. Some riders continue to ride until the weather makes it impossible and, of course, even those who do put their bikes...
Over the past couple of years electric cars have become more and more popular, with sales seeing a sharp rise this year compared to last. The spike in sales is set to continue, as the UK becomes even more ‘car charge’ friendly. And with all the experimentation with self-driving cars, the growth will be even...
They have been feted as the answer to the worldwide carbon crisis for years now, and yet sales of electric cars have only recently started to pick up. Despite wall-to-wall media coverage of falling global oil reserves and grave concerns about global warming, petrol and diesel have remained the fuel of choice for the...
It seems to have gone largely unnoticed by the company he helped lead to produce its first motorised car but this year marks the 100th anniversary of Armand Peugeot’s death.To highlight the Frenchman’s contribution to the motor industry, online car buying service, Sell Your Jamjar, recently took a look back over his life with...
For most of us the choice of exterior and interior colour is about the only way we personalise our cars. This is a bit odd given that fashion and style choices pervade almost all of our other accessory choices – just think about all the different designs of watch you can buy, mobile phone...
Shining the spotlight on the UK’s popular small car marketDo you know that small cars and superminis have made up the majority of the top ten bestselling cars across the UK so far this year? How about the fact that the Ford Fiesta was the bestselling car across the country in 2014?It is clear...
German cars are renowned for their quality, so when young professionals are looking for a vehicle to support their status, it’s no surprise that they opt for a sophisticated saloon. However, this market has become massively popular over recent years, so the competition is higher than ever.So, what is it that’s most important to...
Cars are no more just a transportation tool. Automakers around the world are introducing a plethora of gadgets which collectively are elevating some cara into a moving symbol of high class technology and advanced features. The coolest car technologies are not all necessarily “cool”. While some truly may accelerate performance, some are just an overload...
Ford have been making the Fiesta since 1976, giving them just shy of 40 years to get it right and that’s just what they’ve done with the current Mark VII. There are many reasons to buy one of these practical super minis, but here we’ve boiled it down to the top six.First, there is...
Audi A3 Saloon ReviewAudi, a prestigious motor brand well-known for its fantastic range of vehicles, is definitely a car company you can rely on. One of our favourites from the range is the A3 Series Saloon. It’s a luxurious and high-quality car that’s actually based on the A3 Sportback, which is also a...
Van Monster are giving van drivers the chance to win £50. All you have to do is complete a very short survey for them! They want to understand more about modern van drivers; who they are, what they do and what they like.Van Monster are a used van dealers operating from 14 locations across...
Sometimes, it can seem that technology is moving at a rate that is hard to keep up with. No sooner have we invested in the latest new gadget than another one is released, not to mention the seemingly endless array of competitor devices.This isn’t just true of mobile phones, tablets, and wearables, but also...
Yes it's back. The new series of Car S.O.S. starts tonight (Thursday 9th of April 2015) on the National Geographic channel.For those of who have not seen the programme its hosted by Fifth Gear's Tim Shaw and the mad mechanic Fuzz Townshend. It's classed as a make-over show but that does not do it...