motoring guide
Welcome to the Computer Quote Insurance Motoring Guide - specially commissioned articles and in-depth information from the world of motor transport.
Motoring news
- 08 Jun 2010
2010: The year of the used car?
We take a look into the buying trends of the UK in regards of new and used cars. We look at research from honestjohn.co.uk, carmony.co.uk and Glass's Guide. Used car prices look to come down as stock replenishes in dealerships - 08 Jun 2010
New government, new motoring?
- 22 Dec 2009
Campaigners and government tackle drivers without insurance
According to the MIB, around 6.5% of motorists are uninsured, despite 95% of people believing this be socially unacceptable. Research by Moneysupermarket.com backs up these findings, indicating a 33% rise in the number of people driving uninsured. Road Safety Minister, Paul Clark insists on "tough new measures" to bring down the number driving without insurance, such as £100 fine, extra points on your licence, and the risk of the car being taken away. - 21 Dec 2009
Driver distractions causing more crashes on Britain's roads
Research by the RAC has recently shown that our thirst for the latest technology in our cars such as sat-navs, CD players, mp3 systems, parking sensors, hands-free mobile phone kits, DVD players in headrests etc, has lead to an increase in the amount of distraction related accidents. - 21 Dec 2009
Tory proposals re-open speed camera debate
Tory transport chiefs have opened a fresh debate into the efficacy of speed cameras. Therea Villiers announced a halt to the expansion of the technology if a conservative government comes into power. May Williams of Brake, Claire Armstrong of Safe Speed also comment - 18 Aug 2009
Are Britain's young drivers being trained and how is it affecting car insurance?
Big names within the motoring industry are setting out to revolutionise the current system of training for younger drivers. Companies like Porche and Mercedes are about to engage on "training academies" to coach young people and transfer essential skills. This is following research by the AA that younger drivers are the most likely to drink and drive and the least likely to report when they've hit another car. - 18 Aug 2009
Automotive technologies: Playing the green and keeping it safe
A new Anglo-Portguese alliance has been forged in the production lithium-ion batteries in an attempt to "go green" in future car manufacturer. Government funded, the Nissan & Renault partnership will engage in this project using the Nissan headquarters in the UK which will also head up the whole of Europe. Further developments in road safety have also been announced, however with the enquiries soaring regarding the "green" status of new cars by customers, it seems as though people are mainly concerned about cutting costs with more efficient vehicles. - 27 May 2008
78th Geneva International Automobile Show
Photographs from the 78th Geneva International Automobile Show including the Masterati GT and Jaguar XKR.