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How do contract hire maintenance packages compare across different leasing companies?
15 June 2021 Advice

How do contract hire maintenance packages compare across different leasing companies?

All leasing finance companies offer customers an additional option to buy into their maintained contract as detailed in our Blog ‘Should I add maintenance to my car lease contract?’. ... All leasing finance companies offer customers an additional...
Why is a microchip shortage having such an impact on car production?
11 June 2021 Advice

Why is a microchip shortage having such an impact on car production?

You may have heard in the news about the shortage of semiconductors or microchips around the world at the moment. According to Goldman Sachs, the shortage is affecting over 169 industries, from steel production... You may have heard in the news about the shortage of semiconductors...
The top connected services you need to have
10 June 2021 Advice

The top connected services you need to have

With their ever-advancing technology, smartphones, smartwatches and in-home devices such as Amazon Alexa are playing an increasingly significant role in our daily lives. These clever gadgets respond to... With their ever-advancing technology, smartphones, smartwatches...
5 ways to fund your next car
8 June 2021 Advice

5 ways to fund your next car

Often one of the forgotten questions, but a very important one… “What's the best way to fund your next car?” It’s easy to go straight to choosing the car, decide on the perfect... Often one of the forgotten questions, but a very important...
Towing with EVs, PHEVs and Hybrids
1 June 2021 Advice

Towing with EVs, PHEVs and Hybrids

With ongoing uncertainty about international travel this year, many of us may be considering a staycation and taking to Britain's roads and motorways.  Despite having powerful electric motors,... With ongoing uncertainty about international travel this...
How can I avoid end of lease charges?
25 May 2021 Advice

How can I avoid end of lease charges?

One of the key worries our clients have when taking out a lease agreement on a new vehicle is the risk that you may be charged hundreds or even thousands of pounds at the end of a vehicle... One of the key worries our clients have when taking...
Should I finance my car through my business?
18 May 2021 Advice

Should I finance my car through my business?

The prevailing wisdom to run your car personally and claim mileage is no longer always true.  If you have the ability to choose, you may well be missing out if you don’t put your next car...

The prevailing wisdom to run your car personally and claim...

Ask The Team: Nick Stein
14 May 2021 Advice

Ask The Team: Nick Stein

Our Private Client Concierge team offer a client-focused, hassle-free and discreet service in supplying your new car, while also disposing of or part-exchanging your old one.

Our Private Client Concierge team offer a client-focused,...