Evans Halshaw Blog
The Evans Halshaw Blog covers buying, selling, owning and much more.
Motoring can be complicated at times, leaving many searching for guidance and answers to various topics and commonly asked questions. Whether you're looking to buy, sell or maintain your car, or just fancy an interesting read, our team of expert contributors have researched and written an array of articles to help out.
Our topics include:
Buying Guides
Thinking about buying a car or van but not sure where to start? From explaining the different types of finance available, to highlighting the best vehicles within each segment, our buying guide blog section covers a variety of topics related to the purchase of a vehicle.
Latest Buying Guides
Top 10 Best Cars With Three ISOFIX Points
These are the top 10 best cars with three or more ISOFIX anchor points built in, ranging from smaller hatchbacks, to spacious 7-seater MPVs and SUVs.
MPV v SUV: Which is the Right Car For You?
Considering an MPV or SUV but want to know which is the right fit? We've compared the two car types to help out.
What Does SUV Mean?
SUVs have become extremely popular in the UK, but what does SUV mean, and what are the benefits of owning one? Here's everything you need to know.
10 of the Best SUVs to Lease in 2022
SUVs have proven popular thanks to their enhanced practicality and great all-round capabilities. Discover five of the best SUVs to lease here.
Owner's Guides
Owning a car or van comes with a range of responsibilities that can often be confusing. MOTs to road tax and everything in between, our Owner's Guides section helps you understand a variety of aspects of vehicle ownership.
Latest Owner's Guides
How to Prevent Keyless Car Theft | 4 Effective Methods
Research suggests that keyless car theft has risen sharply in recent years. Here's how to prevent it happening to you.
Car Insurance Groups Explained | What Are They?
We explain how car insurance groups work and how they could affect your annual premium. There's also tips on lowering the overall cost.
What is ISOFIX?
Everything you need to know about ISOFIX, including what it is, how to install ISOFIX seats and how to know whether your car has ISOFIX.
Van Security Tips: How to Protect Your Van From Theft
With van thefts on the rise, we highlight some of our top tips to protect your van and its contents from opportunistic thieves.
Selling Guides
So, the time has come to exchange your vehicle for something newer. Or maybe you just want to sell it for good? Our selling guide section covers all things related to selling your vehicle to help you understand what options you have when parting ways with your motor.
Latest Selling Guides
Should You Sell Your Car Privately?
Looking to sell your car privately but unsure if it's the right method of sale for you? Our guide will help you make a decision.
Can You Swap Your Car During a Finance Agreement?
Wondering whether you can change your car whilst in an existing finance agreement? Find out how you can swap or upgrade today.
Can You Sell a Car on Finance?
Have a car on finance you want to sell but unsure how to actually sell it? We explain how to sell your car with outstanding finance.
Driving Guides
Whether you're new to driving or vastly experienced, there are plenty of challenges that you need to overcome while out on the road. Our Driving Guide section is home to a range of articles to help you when behind the wheel.
Latest Driving Guides
Winter Driving Tips | What to Check Before a Journey
Top tips and advice to prepare your vehicle for driving in rain, snow, and icy conditions during the winter months.
Fog Lights: What Are They and When to Use Them
Discover the top things you need to know about fog lights, including what they're used for, how to turn them on, and when to use them.
Guide To Driving In The Rain
Discover some handy tips for driving in the rain, so you can feel more prepared next time you're driving in wet weather.
Guide to Driving at Night: 8 Tips to Improve Safety
Driving at night can often be a daunting task, but these handy tips can make life easier when it gets dark.
Hybrid and Electric Guides
Hybrid and electric cars have had a huge increase in popularity in recent years, and naturally, this rising interest comes with a variety of questions. Our Hybrid and Electric section answers these questions, provides help with charging and owning an electric car, and highlights some of the best currently available.
Latest Hybrid and Electric Guides
Best Used Mild Hybrid Cars in 2022
We list our favourite used mild hybrid (MHEV) cars offering enhanced economy, along with a whole host of other useful features.
Best Electric Vans
We take a look at the best electric vans that are currently on our radar, coming in a range of different shapes and sizes.
Best Electric Car Lease Deals: November 2022
We've highlighted the five best electric car lease deals currently available.
Best Hybrid Motability Cars 2022
Take a look at the best full hybrid, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles available on the Motability Scheme for disabled drivers.
Insight
At Evans Halshaw, we understand that there's more to motoring than simply buying, selling and maintaining your vehicle. In our Insight section, we study a wide variety of motor-related topics and uncover interesting points to discuss with your friends.
Latest Insights
Driving Modes Explained: What are They?
We take a look at the different driving modes available in vehicles and explain what they do, along with manufacturer specific modes.
How Does a Car Gearbox Work? | A Beginner's Guide
Discover how a car's gearbox works and what the different types are.
Top 10: Cheapest Petrol Countries 2022 Update
Ever wondered how much it would cost to fill-up your car in another country? Find out here.
Analysis: How Much Does It Cost to Park at Major UK Airports?
Looking at going away this year? We explore how much it costs to park at each of the UK's major airports. Discover our findings here.
History
Since their introduction many moons ago, cars and vans have become a pivotal means of travel for many around the world. In our History section, we take a look at the heritage of some of the world's most iconic brands and their models.
Latest History Articles
Cool Ford Cars From the '80s
Everyone loves a bit of nostalgia from time to time, so we thought we'd take a look at some cool Ford cars that came along in the '80s.
The Complete History of the Ford Fiesta
As we say farewell to the Ford Fiesta, we take a look at the iconic car's history to understand why it's commonly referred to as the people's car.
History of Vauxhall Family Cars
Discover the history of practical family cars from Vauxhall, from the likes of firm favourites like the Cavalier and Carlton to the more modern Insignia.
The Evolution of the Ford Mondeo
Take a look through the Ford Mondeo's journey and why it became a favourite among motorists.
Lifestyle
Latest Lifestyle Articles
A Beginner's Guide to Great Car Photography
This beginner's guide teaches you how to capture great photos of a car, so discover great tips and advice from the experts.
Interesting Driving Facts You May Not Know
Think you know everything about the wonderful world of driving? Think again. Here are some interesting driving facts you may not know.
Top 5: Coolest UK Police Cars
We highlight five of the coolest police cars to ever grace UK roads, ranging from fast Fords through to unmarked cars.
Car Jargon Buster: A to Z of Car Acronyms
Abbreviations can make simple things more confusing, we clear up what car acronyms stand for and what they mean.
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