CAR/DRIVING TIPS: Running a car.

Running a car.

In our busy lives sometimes we forget about the basics but, in recession times, this bullet point guide might save you a bit of money.

Buying a car is a big one-off expense, but running a car in the UK is an ongoing cost that can hit your pocket just as hard.

Fortunately, there are ways to minimise those running costs.

Here are the subjects to be looking at. Do your home work and it could save you a fortune!

Insurance: What cover do you need?

Fuel: Where is it cheaper to buy it? Is my car fuel efficient?

Road tax: How much will it pay? What does it depend on?

Company car tax: How to calculate.

Servicing costs: Do I need to take a plan? How often do I need to service the car?

Warranties: How long does it last? What does it actually cover?

Breakdown cover: What cover do I get? Who is the best value-for-money rescue company?