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How to save money on your next Vauxhall service

Vauxhall servicing is now much cheaper for those in the know.

Thanks to European legislation you no longer have to be tied to high Vauxhall service costs dictated by your local dealer.

In October 2003 new European legislation affecting the motor industry came into force called Block Exemption Regulation 14002002 BER and this now means that you can book your next Vauxhall car service online and save up to 50 on what you might pay at your local Vauxhall dealer.

Before the law changed it was difficult to have new cars within their warranty period serviced outside a franchised dealer. If you wanted to shop around for the best prices on Vauxhall servicing your hands were tied.

The change in the law now gives every car owner the freedom to service their car away from the main dealers and still have their warranty protected.

Thousands of Vauxhall car owners have now taken advantage of their new right and reduced their Vauxhall serving costs whilst benefiting from the convenience of booking with national car service providers such as Service A Car.

Service A Car is a leading online car servicing network that prides itself on the quality of its Vauxhall servicing their customer service and transparent pricing. Because the company is not tied to any particular car manufacturer they are able to service any make of vehicle and compete freely in the market on a likeforlike.

Every vehicle is rigorously serviced according to the manufacturers servicing schedule using genuine recommended parts fitted by qualified technicians. This means that every Vauxhall car service fulfils the warranty criteria and there is no compromise on the servicing standards of a main dealer.

Companies like Service A Car who fulfil the warranty criteria when servicing your Vauxhall are able to maintain your service book just as main dealer can thereby protecting your warranty and helping you to maximise the resale value of your Vauxhall car.

Of course booking direct with a national car servicing network has its own advantages:
You no longer have to do all the running around. Service A Car collects your Vauxhall in the morning and delivers it back that afternoon free of charge
You pay a fixed Vauxhall service price which can be up to 50 below the price at the Vauxhall servicing desk of your local dealer
No additional work is carried out without your agreement which means no nasty surprises when it comes to paying the bill
Trained Customer Advisers are on hand throughout the day to keep you informed of progress and report back on problems you asked to be investigated as part of your Vauxhall service e.g. knocks and rattles
Your Vauxhall service includes a free wash and vacuum clean
You simply pay with your credit or debit card and your car is delivered back to your home or work address.

Our advice for saving money on Vauxhall car servicing is to contact a national car servicing network who is not tied to any one particular car manufacturer like Service A Car.

So before you book your next Vauxhall service why not ask your local dealer to tell you the cost of the service plus parts oil and any extras and then compare it with a fixed price quote from a national servicing network like Service A Car?

Happy motoring
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car

About the writer:  Service A Car is the fastest growing independent car servicing specialist in the UK with a network of over 500 garages nationwide.

What Is The Best Affordable Automobile Of Today?

Based upon research analysis completed by U.S. News editors the number one spot in the list of affordable cars is held by the Honda Civic. The list is comprised of automobiles in the compact and subcompact categories for 2008.

The Honda Civic ranked 1 of 29 out of a total of 54 reviews provided on the most popular affordable small cars being purchased today. The overall score awarded to the Civic was 8.8 which is very good indeed. The standards that cars must meet and exceed are very high.

The reviewers were all quite impressed with the results for the Honda Civic.

> Safety 8.6

> Exterior 8.0

> Interior 7.5

> Performance 8.1

> Overall 8.8

> Reliability NA This is a new car to the market and this aspect of the review has not been completed yet.

In addition to reaching the top of the U.S News best affordable cars list the Honda Civic has also been the recipient of other prestigious awards in other years. The 2007 model drove off with both the Edmunds Most Wanted Coupe Under 20000 as well as the Most Wanted Sedan Under 20000. In addition to being honored by J.D Power as the Best Compact Car in Initial Quality. And as if those were high enough accolades the 2007 Honda Civic was also the leader in its class in the Consumer Guide Best Buy review.

The new and improved model for the future.

The 2008 model of the Honda Civic appears to be living up to the standards set by all of it predecessors since the models debut in 2005 after undergoing a major redesign and feature upgrade.

Auto writers have declared that the new version of the Honda Civic offers awesome power and performance at an affordable price. And as a bonus the Civic is also sleek and sporty in appearance which makes it a classy choice for buyers who are seeking a modern and seamless look and feel to their vehicle.

The opinion held by owners of the Honda Civic is that the little beauty more than returns every penny spent on her.

The value is increased by the additional features that this car provides.

> Responsive agile vehicle.

> Quiet calm ride for a compact car.

> Very stylish and modern design.

> Spacious and comfortable.

> Optional navigation system.

> Extremely fuelefficient.

> Standard antilock brakes.

> Passenger side air bag side curtain air bags.

> Powerful engine.

The standard warranty offered for all Honda vehicles covers 36000 miles or 3 years. The Civic of 2008 also includes a warranty on the powertrain for 60000 or 5 years as well as protection against corrosion regardless of mileage for 5 years.

Even the critics of Honda are forced to admit that aside from minor concerns such as a lack of storage capacity in the Civic which is the norm for compact cars and a twotiered instrument panel that takes some getting used to the Honda Civic is an excellent value for its price and high quality for its class.

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How To Choose The Best Parking Garages In Chicago

Parking in downtown Chicago can be a stressful experience. However to make your next experience with parking a stressfree one choose to park your car in parking garages.

There are literally hundreds of garages for parking in downtown Chicago. The one you choose will be dependant upon the purpose of your trip. Are you going for a business meeting; catching a theater show; or taking the family to the Adler Planetarium? With a little research you’ll find the right parking garages in Chicago for you.

1. Choose One With Multiple Entry Points

Downtown Chicago is littered with oneway street that can be very frustrating when you’re trying to find a parking space. Often you’ll have to circle the block to be able to approach the parking garage from the right direction. When you are researching the different parking garages check to see if they have multiple entrances. Most popular garages will have two and some can have up to four entrances.

2. Select Valet Parking Garages or SelfService

For a convenient and time saving way of parking in downtown Chicago choose parking garages that offer a valet service. This valet service is particularly popular with business people but can also be very useful if you’re running late for a theater show or sporting event. When parking with valet service you simply drive your car up to the attendant’s office and hand over your keys. Then you’re on your way to your destination.

Valet services do charge a premium. If you don’t need the valet service then selfservice parking is a great alternative. Most parking garages in Chicago operate on a selfservice basis.

3. Check The Parking Capacity

The parking capacity of each garage varies greatly. There can be smaller operators that charge less for parking but only have a limited number of spots. In order to find a parking spot quickly and easily check the car parking capacity of the garage before your trip downtown. Ensuring that there are an adequate number of stalls means that you’ll never have to squeeze into an awkward spot and risk damaging your car.

4. Investigate Payment Options

It may surprise you to know that a lot of parking garages in Chicago only accept cash payment. Realizing this when you’re in a rush or it’s late at night is highly inconvenient. Check with the parking garage in advance whether they take credit card or check payments.

Prepaying is another great parking timesaver. If you’re going to a major event downtown you’ll save time by prepaying your parking. Normally after a certain time in the evening or if there is a big event parking garages will offer a flat fee. This means that the fee is the same whether you exit one hour before closing time or ten minutes. At the end of the show or game you can simply drive out and avoid the queues.

5. Ensure There Are No Height Limitations

The last thing to consider when choosing parking garages in Chicago is whether there are any height limitations. If you drive an SUV or other large vehicle you’ll need to check whether your car will fit through the lowest part of the garage. It is advisable to do this before you get to your chosen garage.

Following these simple steps will ensure that your experience parking downtown is a pleasant one every single time.

About the writer:  Christine O’Kelly is an author for Chicago Parking Map.com. Their interactive maps provide all the information you need for parking in downtown Chicago with all of the insider knowledge of the parking garages in Chicago in an easy to navigate format.