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Car Insurance: 10 Tips to Pay Less

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Have you noticed how quickly your car insurance renewal date comes along? One of the most expensive car-related mistakes that motorists do in the UK is allowing their car insurance to automatically renew. Instead, we should all be taking a little bit of time to sit down and look for a better deal. With so many comparison sites out there, the deals offered to us are transparent, fair and most-likely a lot cheaper than your renewal quote. There are some ways in which you can reduce the cost by even more. So, here are our 10 tips to pay less for your car insurance. 1.    Reduce your mileage It is simple maths really – The fewer miles you’re doing means you’re a lower risk to insurers as there is less chance of something going wrong or getting involved in an accident. 2.    Pay annually If you choose to pay for your car insurance monthly then you are effectively taking out a loan, and just like any loan, you will be paying interest. The t...

10 New UK Driving Laws Coming In 2020

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During the mayhem of Brexit last year, there were several new driving laws that were passed and are coming in to force during 2020. Look at the 10 new UK driving laws coming in 2020 and make sure you take note because failing to comply could land you with a hefty fine or points on your license. 1.      Low Emission Rules This scheme is already active in London, but it looks like we will also see it in cities such as Birmingham during this next year. The ULEZ (Ultra-Low Emissions Zone) scheme will be introduced to other parts of the UK and will mean that drivers will be charged to drive in certain areas if their vehicle does not comply with the emissions regulations. This will most likely impact diesel engines and older cars the most. 2.      Higher Tax on High Emission Cars These figures might worry some of you because in 2020, owners of high emission cars could be charged up to £15 more and those who own a diesel car will conti...