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Insurance companies denying mobile offenders, sporty Evoque, Ford…

Friday, May 4th, 2012

It has emerged that car insurance companies are denying motorists insurance if they’re caught texting or calling someone from a mobile phone behind the wheel.

A survey of several insurers conducted by the AA found that this treatment even applied to first time offenders, with half of insurers refusing to quote at all. The half that would in such an instance apply a hike of nearly 20% on regular premiums.

The news is something that buyers and car financing customers should be aware of when driving or purchasing a new car. In the past, insurance companies have been lenient towards those with three points on their license (the standard penalty for the offence), but the same providers are starting to take a tougher line, according to the Association of British Insurers.

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Citroen Numero 9 details unveiled and Volkswagen posts record sales

Sunday, April 22nd, 2012

Citroen has released details of its new Numero 9 concept car ahead of the 2012 Beijing Motor Show. Automotive news sites are abuzz with information on the car, with speculation that its production name could be the DS9 – becoming the latest in a new line of cars that have been introduced to China in the form of the DS3, the DS4 and the DS5.

As the DS series is aimed predominately at the Chinese market, it isn’t known at this point whether the eventual model will be available to customers who finance cars in the UK. However, it’s thought that at least two of three DS models that are to be introduced in the future will make it to British shores.

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Skoda to launch SUVs, Ford Fiesta facelift, …

Monday, March 19th, 2012

Skoda has confirmed plans to launch two new SUV models as it seeks to attract new car finance customers to its brand. The Czech manufacturer confirmed at the Geneva Motor Show that it will borrow heavily from parent company VW for the platform of its new SUV, which will be largely based on the VW Touareg.

The Touareg-based SUV is sure to be a big hit with customers looking for quality off-road cars on finance, with a cheaper price than the VW to boot. It’s unlikely that the new Skoda SUV will offer all the luxury appointments served up by the Touareg, but the rugged nature of its engineering will be brought over to create a hard-wearing off-road workhorse.

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Golf GTI Cabriolet revealed, Audi to launch new TT and Kia gives birth to a bulldog

Friday, February 10th, 2012

Volkswagen has unveiled plans to launch a hot GTI version of its Golf Cabriolet, with its debut pencilled in for the Geneva Motor Show in March. It sees VW harking back to its early 1980s roots, as no GTI version of its Golf convertibles has been available since the Mark I trendsetter. Sure to be popular on car finance deals, the GTI Cabriolet is likely to be the last hurrah for the current generation Golf before its replacement arrives in 2013.

The new GTI drop-top will benefit from the same 208bhp 2.0 turbocharged engine available in the standard Golf GTI, along with stiffer suspension for those who love affordable performance cars on finance deals. It’ll also get other GTI signature items such as interior trim, six speed manual and DSG gearboxes, as well as 17-inch alloy wheels.

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VW Passat lease deal brings you classy family saloon

Monday, January 30th, 2012

The VW Passat has been with us for many years under a variety of styles and guises, offering classy German motoring without the expense of its national rivals such as Audi and BMW. Recently, it received another styling upgrade to make it more appealing to new VW finance customers, as well as the returning faithful. But are the new styling cues evident throughout the whole car, or are they  there to cover up the wrinkles?

Firstly, the new looks have really sharpened up the styling. It has become more angular and has a squat, aggressive stance. It’s now safe to say that with a VW Passat leasing arrangement, you’ll be getting your hands on a very handsome saloon or estate car. New lights and chrome detailing add to the classy charms of the Passat, and would present a great public image for companies keen on securing VW Passat contract hire agreements.

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Volkswagen Eos: open top thrills for sunny days

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

Volkswagen have been known for producing high quality cars for years, and the Eos is a great demonstration of this quality. A stylish convertible that offers open top thrills with a classy feel, the VW Eos has plenty of charms to lure in prospective buyers.

The market for convertible cars in the UK is the largest in Europe and, as lovers of open top motoring, we create a competitive market for manufacturers. VW cabrios have always been popular and when the Eos was launched in 2006 we were seduced by its folding metal roof. Now the Eos has been face-lifted to fall into line with the rest of the VW corporate image. So, is a VW Eos leasing deal – or VW Eos contract hire package for business customers – worth considering?

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The Knowledge: new VW Beetle, new Toyota Yaris and Hyundai win awards

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

The motoring industry has been abuzz with news recently, with Hyundai adding another award to the cabinet, Toyota unveiling their next-gen Yaris and VW announcing plans for a new Beetle model.

Hyundai has impressed with their sales, competitive range and emphasis on customer service, and has been hailed as the Car Franchise of the Year at the 2011 Motor Trader awards for the second consecutive year.

This comes as no surprise, as Hyundai regularly do well in the JD Power customer satisfaction surveys – so if you’ve been looking for a new car that’s reliable, fun and well-built, it’s definitely worth taking a look at Hyundai finance deals.

Tony Whitehorn, managing director of Hyundai UK, said: “Hyundai has a real momentum in the market place at present. The product range has been completely revitalised over the last few years and there are some exciting new products just around the corner.”

This accomplishment echoes Hyundai’s recent Which? Best Car Manufacturer 2011 award, which is highly coveted and has been won in recent years by Skoda and BMW. High praise indeed.

The brand new Toyota Yaris also made some headlines – already a great all-rounder because of its versatility and performance, the latest version has the potential to build on this reputation.

The new Yaris has been praised for its updated styling, which includes sharper design, a chic interior and the removal of the traditional centre-mounted dials. The interior equipment has also been given a distinct revamp, with a touch-screen stereo that includes Bluetooth, USB input, a GPS system and a rear-view camera. So, if gadgets and killer looks are your thing, you might want to consider the new Yaris as a serious contract hire and leasing option.

The new Yaris has also been met with applause for its engines, which – whilst being very small petrol and diesel units – manage to produce enough power to allow the car to nip in and out of traffic, just as a small car should, and return around 60 mpg.

Finally, something to look forward to for next year is the replacement for the VW Beetle, which is due to arrive in 2012. The new Beetle will be based on the existing Golf GTi platform, with the top version featuring the excellent 2 litre turbo petrol engine from the GTi, giving some performance to the Beetle – and spicing up your VW finance choices for next year.

The updated Beetle is masculine, dynamic and sporty, and has been transformed into a more refined coupe, with improved luggage space. And, although the new Beetle retains much of its iconic look, its longer bonnet has the effect of lowering the ‘quirk’ levels, giving it greater mainstream appeal.

With a range of affordable car finance options available online, it’s never been easier to shop for a new car. You can browse a huge selection of cars on finance, select your preferred model and options, compare prices to find the most competitive car finance deals and then make your whole purchase online. Best of all, with a car finance deal, you could have your new wheels delivered direct to your door – saving you time and money.

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The Knowledge: the new Mini, VW innovations and the speedy Nissan Leaf

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

In the news this week has been the forthcoming new model in the Mini range, the Mini coupe, as well as a record-breaking speed attempt by Nissan, albeit with a difference. Huge strides have also been made at VW this week as they have released details of an automatic driving system that bridges the gap between driver aids and automated driving capabilities.

Mini has launched details of their forthcoming Mini Coupe which, if you have been considering a Mini finance package, should certainly be on your radar. The car has been built with a brief of attracting more male customers to the Mini brand, and building on the success of the current range, which is already one of our most popular car finance brands.

Mini Coupe car finance deals will become available soon after the car’s release, which is scheduled for 1st October 2011. Early indications are that the basic version of the Coupe will be priced competitively with the Mini Cooper S hatchback offering some good Mini Leasing deals.

On a completely different note, Nissan is looking to get into the record books by setting new speed records at the forthcoming Festival of Speed at Goodwood. It is not with their record-breaking GTR supercar however, but incredibly the Nissan Leaf, which is unsurprisingly a very popular finance car option for electric vehicle enthusiasts.

The 2011 Car of the Year, which is looking to set two new records at this forthcoming Festival of Speed, is taking a slightly backwards approach, and will attempt to set the fastest time across the famous Goodwood hillclimb circuit, in reverse.

If you’re considering a Nissan leasing deal, you should know that your potential new car may also be able to do this, as unlike petrol engine cars, the Leaf’s electric powertrain can theoretically go as fast in reverse gear as it can in forward gears, allowing a top reversing speed of 90mph.

Lastly, VW have successfully developed a system that can effectively drive you home safely without you having to do any of the hard work. The system is called the Temporary Auto Pilot (TAP) and works by combining various other driving aids and packaging them up into the most advanced automatic driving system to date.

It incorporates cruise control with forward distance sensors, automatic speed reduction before a bend and monitors your central position within your lane on the motorway. It also observes overtaking rules and speed limits.

If you’re considering looking at VW finance options, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to spec TAP with your car in the immediate future. Don’t despair though – with this much research and development on the system it is only a matter of time before it becomes widely available across a range of finance cars.

Compare prices on cars on finance online to make sure you find the best deals. With a range of finance cars available and a host of monthly payment options, you could have your new car delivered direct to your door and make significant savings.

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Four Questions To Ask Before Buying A VW

Monday, November 15th, 2010

When you’ve been out looking for a car in the past, chances are you haven’t really planned the whole process. It’s most likely that you’ll have decided that you need a new car and have set yourself a rough budget and then visited several dealerships and maybe have test driven a few cars.

However, if plan and prepare for car shopping just a little, the whole process can be simplified, shortened and can result in you paying less for the car.

Therefore, if you’re planning on buying a new car in the coming weeks (for example, a new VW using cash or using VW finance), there are five questions that you should ask a dealer.

1. Are there any special promotions on? – You could spend more time than you would ideally want to dedicate to each car but some models have specials that offer extras for free which are cheaper than buying a base model and then adding extras. In any event, it is always good to ask if they currently have any promotions on and this way you’ll get to know if there are any particular deals that could be of interest immediately.

2. Can you take it for a test drive? – You might not think anyone would need reminding of this question, but there are plenty of people who buy a car without actually taking it for a test drive
3. Do they have an older version of the model you’re looking at? – If you’re looking at a 2010 VW Golf and its price is a little higher than you would like to pay, the dealer might have access to some 2009 VW stock that is priced much cheaper. Rather than stretch yourself, ask the salesperson if they have any other VW Golfs in stock that are an earlier edition or it could be an ex-demonstration.

4. What VW finance options do they have available? – The old days of getting a better deal by buying with cash are long gone. Many dealers are able to give discounts on a new car if you are buying with finance. Therefore, if you are looking for the VW of your dreams be sure to ask the dealer what VW finance options they have available. Whilst you might have the cash to pay for the car in full buying the car on a VW finance agreement might work out a more beneficial for you. However, before taking out any finance you should always be sure that you have compared like with like across all finance deals and you have done the sums correctly.

There are only two situations where using VW finance to buy a VW Golf might be better than buying with cash. Firstly, if the dealer is prepared to give you a discount on the car purchase price that is greater than the interest you might pay over the finance period. A second situation is where car leasing is an option for you. If you’re someone who likes to obtain a new car every few years then leasing is definitely an option for you. Using our example above, if you lease the VW you can have a car for 3 – 4 years and may end up only paying 50% of what you would have had you bought the car with cash.
However, before entering in to any car finance agreement always be sure that you have compared all of the deals on a like for like basis (same contract period, same mileage etc) and be sure that it is correct for you and that you fully understand the contract.

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