You’re driving down the road minding your own business when suddenly a thud vibrates through your poor car, making you wince.

That’s right, you hit a pothole and you’re now worrying if any damage has been caused to your car!

Unfortunately some potholes just can’t be avoided! Not only are they uncomfortable if you hit one but they can also cause some serious damage to your car. If you car is damaged because of a pothole you can make a claim to your local council, however we aren’t really convinced that local councils care enough about fixing them.

Potholes seem to just pop up out of nowhere but they are actually formed when there is a weak spot in the road. As cars continue driving on the weak spot a hole will start to form and will eventually become a pot hole. read more…

Tomorrow the Fleet Show 2013 will take place, organised by The Fleet World Group!

Bringing together leaders of the fleet industry at the Silverstone Wing situated at the famous Grand Prix Circuit, Silverstone.

The event consists of the top fleet leaders exhibiting their products with test driving slot available from 10am- 4pm if booked with the relevant manufacturer. This is a fantastic chance for manufacturers to show what they have to offer the businessmen of today.

There will be two different circuits available, the Stowe Circuit which has a 60mph speed limit and the Grand Prix Circuit which has no speed limit. Anyone on the Grand Prix Circuit will have to wear a crash helmet and anyone racing on the track will be accompanied by a professional instructor.  read more…

The Toyota Aygo is one of the cool, city car gang but yet it is slightly misunderstood.

So don’t judge a book by its cover, maybe it’s time you took to the wheel of an economical city car!

Commuting to work can be costly and we know that no one loves spending ghastly amounts of money on fuel, which is why the Toyota Aygo could become your new BFF!

The Toyota Aygo offers around 65.7mpg combined which is phenomenal if you are looking to reduce your fuel bill.  Not only will your fuel go much further but because of its low emissions the new Aygo is exempt from road tax as it falls into tax band A.  If you’re fed up of congestion charges then good riddance to them as once you drive the Aygo you won’t have to think about them ever again! read more…

Since the first day a women stepped into the driving seat the debate of which sex is the better driver began.

With both refusing to back down!

As a woman I should say that women are best however I’m still 50/50 having been in the presence of awful drivers of both sexes.

With this said when I think back to past driving experiences I can’t recall been on the receiving end of a women tail gating me or over taking me like a loon, but is this because I only get angry when a man does it? Or is it because I only remember men’s driving mistakes. The last possibility is that I subconsciously think that women are better drivers? read more…

If you’re shopping around for a new car  the question of petrol of diesel has probably cropped up.

The debate of which to choose can be very confusing. Since the introduction of diesel cars you really have to weigh up what is most important to you in order to make the right decision.

A decade ago it was much easier to choose between petrol and diesel vehicles because petrol was much more affordable. Many motorists steered clear of diesels as they were overall slower and much louder. In today’s market the choice isn’t as straight forward due to the spectacular improvement of diesel engines. Some new diesel cars are now so well tuned that you can’t often tell the difference when compared to a petrol. read more…

The people carrier is definitely the saviour of the larger family but finding the perfect MVP can be difficult.

With so many makes and models to choose from you can easily become lost in a sea of confusion, so to make it a little easier here are the Central Contracts Top 5 People carriers/MVPS  to help you find one which fits your family perfectly.

5. Seat Alhambra

An incredibly spacious and practical people carrier for those with a large family or for those who simply like the added space.

The Alhambra offers a staggering 2297 litres  with optional sliding doors making it even easier for you get everything or everyone in quickly without any hassle.

The popular Seat Alhambra has been awarded a 5 star NCAP rating which will put your mind at ease.

The standard equipment Alhambra includes automatic rain sensing wipers, dark tinted rear glass, Cruise control,Front and rear parking sensors just to name a few features. The easy fold seats offer 32 layout combinations for nearly every eventuality. read more…

Your daily commute may not be the most enjoyable part of your day but it can be easy improved!

How can your commute be improved? Simple, start sharing lifts!

This month on BBC1 there’s a new comedy coming to our screens features a bunch of people thrown together for their companies car sharing scheme. A great idea which will no doubt be hilarious. Regardless of how fictitious the program is, it does make you wonder if you could save any money having a passenger.

Over the past few years car sharing websites have cropped up allowing you to join for free, and search for a car sharing partner. Once signed up you simply look for a match who you would like to hitch a lift with for a set price. Alternatively instead you can offer your car to passengers to help them get to work without having to use public transport. It’s win win for both parties especially with the rising cost of petrol and public transport. read more…

Looking to save money on motoring?

Well you can if you do some quick and easy checks regularly.

Checking your car might seems like a chore and it could annoy you but but it could help you save money on repairs and help it to pass its MOT with flying colours.

These checks can be done as frequently as you wish to keep your car in order. Making time for these small and quick checks will keep you in the know about your vehicle so that you are suddenly faced with an unexpected bill. This will also give you piece of mind that your car is in good working order.

Checking the following items will keep your car in great working order. read more…

Need a space but can’t find one? If you have ever driven around a city centre looking for a space but found the task much harder than you thought it should be, you’re not on your own.

However with new advances in technology it could take you much less time in future, if you’re a smartphone owner that is!

Smart car parking spaces are now being tested which alert drivers of when spaces are available. Manchester City council is now testing this new technology which was first used in American cities. Sensors are first placed in spaces and then the information is sent to drivers smartphones via the application.  read more…

Hi my name is Jack and I am at Central Contracts for work experience. I have been researching the Geneva Motor show 2013 and picked out the five best cars to show you.

No1 Rolls Royce Wraith 

The Rolls-Royce Wraith looks amazing on the outside but it is even better on the inside, it has a V12 engine which gives out 624hbp and 0-60mph takes 4.4seconds, what a monster. The Rolls-Royce is a very well made car with new wood panelling inspired by modern boating materials, this is the most powerful car ever built by the iconic British manufacturer which is why it costs a staggering £215,000. read more…