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
What Is a Pre-Registred Car? Explore Their Pros and Cons
Pre-registered cars can be an economical way of buying a car. This article explores the definition of pre-reg cars and the pros and cons.
What is a Saloon Car?
We go back to basics to see what exactly makes up a saloon car, and how it's different from other bodystyles.
What Is an Estate Car?
Estate cars are becoming ever more popular due to their stylish design and spacious interior. They're ideal for large families or to transport large items.
Best Electric Cars Available on Motability 2023
With more and more electric vehicles being released by big car manufacturers, we highlight the best available on the Motability Scheme.
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
What is Ford SYNC and How to Use It
Everything you need to know about Ford SYNC, including how to use it, how to update it, and which versions are available.
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.
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.
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
What is Hypermiling? | Techniques for Fuel Efficient Driving
Browse our top tips and techniques for hypermiling, so you can drive more fuel efficiently and reduce your vehicle's running costs.
How to Drive an Automatic Car | A Beginner's Guide
View our top tips for driving an automatic car, the difference between automatic and manual cars, and the types of automatic cars.
Best Sat Nav Apps 2023
There are plenty of navigation apps available for your phone, but which ones are really worth your time?
Drivetrains Explained: What are the Different Types?
We take a look at the different types of drivetrains, along with their advantages and disadvantages.
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 Hybrid Estate Cars
Discover some of our favourite used hybrid estate cars, providing enhanced economy and practicality.
Best Used 7-Seater Hybrid Cars
A breakdown of the best used 7-Seat hybrid cars you can currently buy in the UK, from popular car makers such as Toyota, Hyundai and BMW.
Best Used Self-Charging Hybrid Cars
10 of the best self-charging hybrid cars you can buy in the UK that never need plugging in from Toyota, Lexus, Hyundai, Ford and others.
Best Hybrid Family Cars
Hybrid family cars offer all the practicality you'd expect from a family car, but with lower running costs. Here are 10 of the best.
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.
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.
Christmas Football Away Days
We explore the distances football fans will be travelling this Christmas. Discover what we found 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.
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