Alastair Shephard

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How good is your drive-through knowledge? Take our free online quiz to find out if you’re a burger-busting drive-through pro or a fast-food failure. We’re ready when you are – let’s get started.

Can you guess all of these drive-throughs?

If there’s one thing we're not good at here in the UK, it's snow. 

As soon as the first flake hits the ground, pedestrians start slipping on paths, cars start sliding down roads, and everybody rushes to the shops to stock up on essential supplies. 

Put simply, it’s an absolute nightmare. Then it rains the next day and quickly washes away the ice and sludge. Typical! 

But what if it never stopped snowing? How would we cope with the constant cold? Let's find out. 

What would our streets look like if it never stopped snowing? 

Love them or loathe them, it's that time of year when Christmas songs are inescapable. In the shops, in supermarkets and, of course, all over your car's radio.

So, with so many listens under your belt, you would think you'd be an expert in these festive tunes. Why not test your knowledge now with our Christmas driving song quiz?

All you need to do is guess which song the lyric comes from. Let's play!

1. “It's the time that every Santa has a ball”

2. "They're singing Deck the Halls, but it's not like Christmas at all"

3. "So we'll lie by the fire 'til the sleep simply melts them all away"

4. "So this is Christmas, and what have you done?"

5. "The rivers and the hills. The forests and the streams"

 6. “Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on”

7. "I sing this song to pass the time away"

8. “And the sound of children's laughter fills the air”

 9. “Can't make it all alone, I've built my dreams around you”

I touch your face while you are sleeping”

Quiz: How many of these Christmas driving songs do you know?

The automotive world is transforming quickly. From smarter onboard systems to cleaner energy, the next few years will bring some of the biggest changes drivers have ever seen. Here are five innovations shaping the future of driving and what they mean for you.

1. Over-the-Air Updates Are Becoming Normal

Just like your phone updates itself overnight, modern cars are now doing the same.

This means fewer trips to the dealership for routine software issues, your car can update itself while you sleep. And if an update ever highlights a repair that needs attention, having flexible ways to manage the cost (like interest-free instalments with Bumper) can make things easier.

2. EV Charging Will Get Faster and Smarter

Electric vehicle technology is accelerating rapidly. Charging speeds are increasing, and chargers are becoming more intelligent, able to:

As EVs become more common, regular battery checks and occasional high-voltage system maintenance will become part of normal car ownership. 

3. ADAS Safety Features Are Becoming Standard

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), such as automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot alerts and adaptive cruise control, are rapidly becoming standard on new vehicles.

These systems rely on cameras, radar, and sensors to keep you safer on the road. As these features expand, cars will be even more protective, especially for commuting and long-distance driving.

And because ADAS involves highly precise technology, repairs and calibrations can sometimes be more specialised. 

Modern vehicles are shifting from primarily mechanical machines to 

Software-defined cars can predict issues earlier and help prevent breakdowns before they happen. 

5. Automation Is Expanding – Even in Everyday Cars

Fully self-driving cars are still a few years away, but many new models already use semi-autonomous features like:

These features make driving safer and more relaxing. As automation increases, vehicles will depend even more on high-precision sensors and cameras, making occasional recalibrations part of routine car care.

The future of driving is cleaner, smarter, and more connected than ever before. Whether you drive an EV, a modern hatchback, or a tech-packed SUV, these innovations are designed to make every journey safer and more enjoyable.

And if the new technology ever leads to unexpected repair costs, flexible payment options like Bumper ensure you can stay on the road without the worry.

The Future of Car Tech: 5 Innovations That Will Change How We Drive

Kia, Jaguar, Peugeot – if car manufacturers love one thing, it's a good logo redesign. But with so much change underway in the motor industry, it can be tough to stay on top. 

Why not test your car brand knowledge with our free online car brand logo quiz? Get started below!

How many of these car brand logos do you know?

How well do you think you know the signs on UK roads? Let's face it, no matter your driving experience, there's bound to be a few gaps in your Highway Code knowledge. Test your skill level with our free online road signs quiz.

And there you have it, our road sign quiz! How did you do? Are you ready to get back on the road, or should you book in for a Highway Code refresher course? Pass the quiz to a friend to see if they can beat your score. Thanks for playing!

QUIZ: How many of these road signs do you know?

Hora del reto: ¿Cuántas de estas señales de tráfico conoces?

Quiz: Wie viele dieser Verkehrsschilder kennen Sie?

Ever wondered what you might do in a zombie apocalypse? Run for the hills? Stay and fight? Go to the Winchester for a pint and wait for it all to blow over?

Whatever your plan, one thing is for certain: you'll need some wheels to get you out of there – before the horde approaches!

To help you prepare, we've come up with some ideas of what you might face when you visit the dealer to select a new motor. Good luck!

What would dealerships look like in the 28 Years Later movie?

How well do you know your popular cars? Who doesn't know their Polos from the Pumas? Or their Corsas from their Qashqais? It's time to find out, as we prepare to play, guess the car from the car part! 

And that concludes our car parts quiz. How did you do? Now that you've finished, count up your points, refresh the page and pass to a friend to see who gets the best score.

QUIZ TIME: Guess the car from the car part

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