Many people planning a short break, or perhaps a longer holiday, in one of the beautiful far flung corners of the UK, may be worried that their car may not be geared up for travelling long distances. They may also feel daunted by the prospect of a long time spent sat in an uncomfortable environment.
Whilst it is true that certain measures can help with a long car journey, such as making sure tyres have sufficient tread and are fully inflated; and that oil and coolant levels are topped up; no amount of preparation can compensate for the often restrictive, bland, and even possibly unsafe environment of an older model of car. As a result, many holiday-makers say they are looking to treat themselves to a new car for 2010.
Firstly, new cars can benefit from a range of high performance factors that help take the strain out of driving long distances: for example, better acceleration power, 4-wheel drive and automatic transmission.
Secondly, safety features on new cars, such as reinforced bodywork, ABS breaking systems, stability control and airbags will provide added protection for all occupants.
Thirdly, comfort enhancements such as active headrests, sophisticated climate control systems and responsive steering will help make the journey more of a pleasure rather than a chore. A new car can also specifically benefit younger passengers when rear-seat entertainment systems are provided as standard.
The joy of a holiday or short break should begin with the trip getting there, and there is no better way of ensuring the drive is a pleasure than through buying a new car for 2010.
The car club Quadriga was developed as a practical alternative to car ownership. By joining the club you can have access to a big car when you want-rather than for everyday driving. This is particular useful for people who live in cities particularly London where driving big cars is a hassle. Quadriga allows you to have a luxury car at the weekend or whenever you need it and a smaller more eco friendly car for the week.
You can also use Quadriga to drive luxury cars without luxury prices. You can have access to Porshes, BMWs and Audis for as little as £35 per day. Quadriga is a unique scheme that gives you access to the right car for every occasion.
To become a member you need to pay a joining fee and then you can choose from a variety of Club Cars or Plus Cars. Club Cars are available on pay-as-you-go, prepay or pay monthly plans. You can choose from luxury SUVs, coupes and sports cars. Plus cars are supercars and are available on a daily hire charge.
In addition, Quadriga has the Citroen C1 Ev’ie Electric on offer. This is a great every day car, is environmentally friendly and perfect for city driving. It’s like a car lease – only better! Parking permits, tax, insurance etc are all sorted out for you so it takes the hassle and stress out of driving.
A perfect 4 seater electric car. Electric cars have become more and more popular due to soaring petrol costs and an emphasis on greener living. Choosing an electric car means you will make a lot of savings on car running costs as well as helping the environment. The Citroen C1 Ev’ie is a four-seat low-emissions vehicle with a range of 60-70 miles and a top speed of 60mph. Perfect for city driving, the car can takes 6-7 hours to charge using a simple domestic plug socket for a cost of around 90p. That works out at fuel costs of less then 2p per mile.
The other benefit of the Citroen C1 Ev’ie is it looks just like any other car and offers a very normal driving experience. The space isn’t limited as with some electric cars and there is a normal amount of space in the back.
The government has announced plans to spend up to 30 million pounds on electric vehicle charging stations. The first to get the recharging points will be Milton Keynes, north east England and London, 11,000 will be set up in the next three years. The commitment the government is making to electric cars means they are likely to become more and more popular .
The Citroen C1 Ev’ie is available through London car clubs at the moment which is also a low cost alternative to car ownership. You will also make savings on tax, insurance etc. Definitely worth looking into to, as electric car leasing becomes more and more popular!
Vauxhall have recently launched a pop art competition whose winner will feature in the next Corsa advert.
Pop Art is a movement that is world famous and when one says Pop Art the first name that generally springs to mind is Warhol. The movement has always been “in” as it is based on popular culture and targets a broad audience. It is easy to understand and accessible to all, as it broke down the barriers of traditional art and mass culture. Pop Art has had a close relationship with advertising and mass media, as it makes something which seems to have nothing special stand out, such as soup cans or knives.
Hence why Vauxhall are using this style to target a wide audience and make one lucky person the face of their next Corsa advert. As Warhol said, “In the future everyone will be world-famous for fifteen minutes.” Now is your chance to be famous by entering this competition and maybe having the chance to see yourself in the next TV advert. So join the facebook competition now and join the line of those who have had Warhol-style portrait.
Vauxhall Corsa Pop Art competition
Introduced during the Frankfurt Motor Show last September, the New Vauxhall Astra for 2010 is said to be by far the most sophisticated and refined yet compared to its predecessors. It definitely is one of the best new cars for 2010!
You are probably wondering: what is different from the previous models?
Well, first of all, the most obvious improvement has to be the design. The Astra has been created by a partnership of designers engineers who have integrated great design with dynamic performance.
With its self-confidence and powerful silhouette, the new Vauxhall Astra clearly distinguishes from its predecessors.
The inside of the car is also very spacious and classical which makes it unique, sporty and sophisticated.
The all-new Vauxhall Astra features optional fully Ergonomic Sports Seat to suit your posture perfectly.
This new car is also available with Adaptive Forward Lighting as an optional extra and benefits from the most advanced headlight system in its class. They automatically adjust to different conditions ensuring safer and more relaxed driving.
The new Flexride driving dynamic offers you different driving modes: “Sport” for a more responsive and exciting drive, “Tour” for a relaxed cruising and “Normal” as the default mode.
The new Vauxhall Astra is also available with the ecoFLEX option to ensure a greener drive by saving fuel and reducing emissions.
No wonder this car has been the winner of the Golden Steering Wheel Award this year!
The government scrappage scheme has seen a marked increase in the number of new cars being bought from showrooms. Car manufacturers have been fighting to release new models for 2010, meaning brand new “last season” cars and vans are leaving the showrooms for practically the same price as used cars were last year. Currently, you can buy a brand new Vauxhall combo van for less than the cost of a used mini, in some areas.
As prices become lower, there’s a lot to be said for buying cars from new. While it’s true they become used cars as soon as they leave the showroom, nothing quite beats the allure of virgin upholstery and gleaming metalwork, never mind the zero miles on the clock.
Yet buying a new car brings much more than just swank value – it also brings peace of mind, and considerable savings. The government looks favourably on owners who have invested in the latest eco-friendly cars and vans; the rewards are cheaper road tax, fuel bills and insurance.
Vauxhall is one car manufacturer that has broken the mould. Each new range brings ground-breaking developments. For example, Vauxhall 2010 cars include the Corsa Ecoflex diesel, which manages a staggering 76.3 MPG. Other Vauxhall 2010 cars include the revamped Astra and the Meriva MPV range.
Vauxhall used cars will always be popular; they’re cheap and reliable, after all and given the choice, most people would opt for a new model. New cars give you guaranteed reliability and peace of mind and the knowledge that you have the latest technology under the bonnet.
