Blogs at Perrys
Top 5 Most Asked Questions About Used Cars
Buying a car whether brand new or used is a huge financial commitment. Asking questions is the key to getting the right car for you, plus it’s crucial in order to understand what you're buying . So, to make it easy for you we have collated a selection of the top 5 most asked questions…
Written by Lois | 10 min read
26-Aug-2022
The Most Eco Friendly Electric Cars
Over the past few years, the automotive industry has crucially advanced when it comes to making more eco-friendly vehicles. The introduction of fully electric cars has helped the government's targets as well as reducing emissions. Most automotive manufacturers have now introduced hybrids and/or…
Written by Lois | 9 min read
25-Aug-2022
Top 5 Group 1 Insurance Cars
From an insurance point of view, cars are divided into groups, from 1 to 50, with Group 1 being the cheapest to insure. Usually, small hatchbacks with a small engine will fit into Group 1 insurance. This is model-dependent though, as not all models of that particular car fall into the same insurance…
Written by Lucrezia | 3 min read
24-Aug-2022
What To Check When Buying a Used Car
Buying a new car, whether new or used is an exciting moment and a big commitment. That is why it’s essential before you sign any paperwork and commit to buying the vehicle, to inspect it and make sure that everything is as it should. Here at Perrys, we have put together a checklist of what to…
Written by Lucrezia | 2 min read
22-Aug-2022
Top 10 Tips for New Car Drivers
At one point in life for everyone comes the time to take the much-feared driving test. Passing it is a relief and comes with a newly acquired sense of freedom of no longer depending on friends and family for lifts. Being a new driver, however, also comes with the newly gained significant…
Written by Lucrezia | 4 min read
19-Aug-2022
How do Electric Cars Cope in Adverse Weather?
It may not occur to you to consider what impact the weather has on your car but if you are buying an electric vehicle, it’s something to consider. Britain’s weather is known to have a mind of its own, so if it’s pouring down with rain or there’s a mini heatwave, do EVs…
Written by Lois | 3 min read
01-Aug-2022
Top 5 Electric SUV
With electric cars becoming cheaper to run, improving technologies, and the looming petrol ban in the UK, combined with customers increasing demand for SUVs, we have put together a top 5 of the most popular electric SUVs here at Perrys. Hyundai Kona Electric First on our list is the…
Written by Lucrezia | 4 min read
01-Aug-2022
Top 3 Hybrid Cars Available on Motability
The Motability Scheme offers a huge range of cars including hybrids and fully electric vehicles. They offer the same all-inclusive, worry-free package of insurance, servicing, maintenance and breakdown cover for electric and hybrid vehicles. If you want to go down a more sustainable route with your…
Written by Lois | 4 min read
27-Jul-2022
Pros and Cons of Buying a Used EV
A zero-emission vehicle can cost a quarter or even less compared to the cost of running a petrol or diesel car. With people starting to realise the benefits of owning an electric car, the market has dramatically expanded and there are now over 400,000 EVs on the road in the UK. The process of buying…
Written by Lois | 5.5 min read
26-Jul-2022
How to Choose Your Motability Car
There are plenty of car makes and models available on the Motability Scheme, from small hatchbacks to more spacious estates, offering a great choice when it comes to meeting different needs and budgets. Here at Perrys, we know that choosing a car is a very important decision, that is why we came up…
Written by Lucrezia | 2 min read
25-Jul-2022
Customer Success Stories: Motability
When we shot our interview with Judith Pritchard, one of our Motability Specialists at Perrys Vauxhall in Barnsley, one of her customers came forward to ask if he could talk to us about his experience with Perrys for his Motability purchases. So here below is an interview with Mr Alan Steele.…
Written by Lucrezia | 1 min read
29-Jun-2022
Will Hydrogen Cells be the Future of Electric Cars?
The electric vehicle market has spiked in momentum over the past few years. Using lithium-ion batteries to power the vehicles produces no emissions, contributing to that step in saving the planet. However, there is another sustainable way of powering a vehicle, and that is with a Hydrogen Fuel Cell,…
Written by Lois | 5 min read
29-Jun-2022
Team Spotlight: Motability
Here at Perrys, we pride ourselves on an excellent Motability team across our dealerships, putting you, our customers, first and listening to your requirements. This month we wanted to inaugurate a column called “Team Spotlight: Motability”, showcasing our talents within the business. We…
Written by Lucrezia | 1 min read
28-Jun-2022
Top 10 Tips on How to Save on Fuel
With the soaring prices of fuel which seem to gradually reach for the stars and several cities in the UK where fuel is already £2 per litre; a question that many of us have asked ourselves is how we can save (on) fuel, making the most out of our precious tank. We can do a few things, and here…
Written by Lucrezia | 4 min read
24-Jun-2022
What Happens When You Apply For Finance at Perrys?
Applying for car finance can sometimes seem like an overwhelmingly long process. Applying for finance through Perrys will help reduce this worry and a decision will be made quickly. As we are a nationwide dealer, we can use our size to get you a highly competitive car finance rate from a wide panel…
Written by Lois | 3.5 min read
24-Jun-2022
Can I get Car Finance with No Deposit
If you’re ready to purchase your new car, the good news is that you don’t need to dip into your savings to do so. It may sound like a catch, however, here at Perrys we do offer car finance with no deposit, and it means what it says on the tin. You’ll be able to pick up…
Written by Lois | 1 min read
13-Jun-2022
What are CCJs and IVAs?
When it comes to financial agreements, having a CCJ or an IVA can make it challenging to find lenders willing to offer you a deal and this also includes car finance. But let’s look more in detail at what CCJs and IVAs are. What is a CCJ? A County Court judgment (CCJ) is a type of judgment that…
Written by Lucrezia | 3 min read
10-Jun-2022
Electric Scooters: Everything You Need to Know
Electric transportation is growing rapidly; you'll now notice that every other car on the road is either fully electric or hybrid. The majority of manufacturers are producing electric ranges to insist on the importance of protecting the planet by switching to electric. Not only does electric…
Written by Lois | 5 min read
10-Jun-2022