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My mother bought a secondhand car from a dealer before the lockdown. The dealer was going to deliver the car to her, but now says he can't. We suggested he post the keys and we would collect, but he says...
A general word of advice on vehicles not being used during the current emergency wouldn't go amiss.
I am self isolating because I am a vulnerable person. My car is on an open drive and it will be idle for some time by the look of it. Any suggestions as to what I can do to keep it in good nick?
Have you heard if the automotive industry is going to offer any support for people with leased cars?
I am 78 years old and for the next 12 weeks will be in isolation. My car will be garaged and not driven in those weeks. Where do I stand with regards to my insurance and car tax if it is not being used?
Cheeky question. Is it likely that those over 70, who've had to permanently park their cars for three months (or more) due to Coronavirus, will get a reduction on their car tax?
Should I take my car out for a run each week whilst I am not using it on a regular basis?
Will I be allowed to drive to the countryside alone, just for leisure, if I don't leave my car when there are other people about?
My cars MoT is due in April with the tax due 1 May. If the country is on lockdown, what will be the situation regarding tax, MoT and insurance?
I'm awaiting a call to go and collect a secondhand caravan from a dealer. I'll also take my current model in an agreed part exchange deal. If I go now, will I be contravening the latest lockdown restrictions...