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  • Which engine (turbo, non-turbo, diesel) for short runs? And other questions RE Duster
    Just popping back to say thanks again for the help and advice. We went with a 1L Duster Essential in the end and collect at the end of the week. ... see more
    by 404State
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  • The Perfect Storm..?.
    First and foremost before liability is even discussed, not having insurance in place is what is called strict liability and making an assumption or... see more
    by TC1474
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  • Ever felt emotionally attached to a car?
    I think I definitely do, but I kind of think if I didn't sell them when I did, it might've tainted them. Like I have fond memories of my first car... see more
    by Drivingforfun
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  • Ever felt emotionally attached to a car?
    Saw this article today on the BBC Motoring site about a man and his beautifully restored 1969 Ford Capri - and how he sees the car almost as a part... see more
    by Nick
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  • Santa 🎅
    Agreed, good shout @Drivingforfun ! Although I wasn't here when you were active originally @Santa , it's always great to see people coming back to a... see more
    by Nick
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  • The Perfect Storm..?.
    I agree with Nick. Someone might correct me but it might be simpler to prove you weren't at fault, irregardless of your personal insurance status?? ... see more
    by Drivingforfun
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  • The Perfect Storm..?.
    Hey @Metokitt , welcome to the RAC Community and thanks for making your first post - it's great to hear from you. My take on your situation goes... see more
    by Nick
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  • The Perfect Storm..?.
    But any advice on how to proceed would be appreciated. I've ridden a moped for 10 years plus. But recently was involved in a collision where a... see more
    by Metokitt
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  • Insured but car still seized.
    @Kayd Whilst the behaviour and attitude of the Police might leave a lot to be desired, as already stated they have acted properly and legally as... see more
    by TC1474
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  • More parking trouble.
    @olduser It's part of the entitlement mentality that the section of road or pavement outside your house belongs to you and woe betide anyone who says... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Insured but car still seized.
    You could not show valid proof of liability insurance, which I believe is a requirement in the UK.... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Number plates
    I am going to assume this is still available. Some years ago it was a bit of a status symbol to have the reg no etched into all the glass. I seem to... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • UK Hits 75,000 EV Chargepoints milestone
    I don't believe that's the case. I'm old enough to remember the introduction of VAT, which replaced purchase tax. The latter was indeed levied on... see more
    by Beelzebub
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  • UK Hits 75,000 EV Chargepoints milestone
    I think, (hope) my choice of an electric car was a logical choice. I was having trouble with my left foot, I was told the loss of control and... see more
    by olduser
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  • Stupid Scams
    ​​​​​​​I hope they took it up with the financial ombudsman, the weeks delay is irrelevant. see more
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  • Number plates
    ​​​​​​​Doesn't that happen at the mo? see more
    by Beelzebub
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  • Two vehicles reversing
    No video! However, if both vehicles were reversing it will almost certainly be 50/50 fault. The, 'almost' comes in because A could have started... see more
    by olduser
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  • Number plates
    @olduser I'm not saying crush the car straight away, but only after an investigation and a court order. But if this is the second time the owner has... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Economical cars vs. economical driving
    Generally, small cars are designed to be marketed as city cars, not economical cars, city driving is not conducive to saving fuel. In a city, a... see more
    by olduser
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  • New Driver 6 Points Retest
    Firstly, as the law stands, the 6 point rule only applies to the first full licence obtained. So if someone passes their motorcycle test as their... see more
    by TC1474
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  • Number plates
    The problem with that is people could innocently purchased the vehicle without knowing it had cloned plates. see more
    by olduser
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  • New Driver 6 Points Retest
    @AnaRaven I imagine you'd need to declare that you've had a license revoked, which would be more damaging to your insurance premium than points ... see more
    by Drivingforfun
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  • Economical cars vs. economical driving
    Thanks to both for the info and interesting posts The main point I was getting at was that certain cars seem to "reward" you more for driving more... see more
    by Drivingforfun
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  • Two vehicles reversing
    Hi @Clairey206 - welcome to the RAC Community and thanks for making your first post, it's great to hear from you. Without knowing much about the... see more
    by Nick
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  • Breakdown Incident Advice
    It turned out that the serpentine belt, idler pulleys and tensioning pulley I think were in the process of self destructing. Interesting comments... see more
    by JSTee
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  • Stupid Scams
    Supposedly true, but who knows. Scammers contacted someone in Texas with a scam. The premise was that the scammer had to leave his country quickly... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Number plates
    Whatever system could be used there would always someone who will find a way round it. So you're left with the penalty if caught, the obvious best... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • UK Hits 75,000 EV Chargepoints milestone
    As things stand at the moment, the cons still outweigh the pros for me, and everybody I know feels the same way. Some passing the comment that they... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • Stupid Scams
    A friend just told me how his parents lost all their savings during Covid. They received a phone call telling them it was believed their cards had... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • Economical cars vs. economical driving
    A friend used to work for a manufacturer as a Tech & Public Assist Manager. One of the duties he took upon himself was to meet up with people who... see more
    by Rolebama
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