Blogs at Perrys
10 Best Parks within driving distance (Yorkshire)
While the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be finally starting to recede, it is likely that the restrictions will be staying in place for at least the beginning of the UK holiday season – so it’s no surprise to see ‘staycations’ rising in popularity across the country, opting for…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
07-Apr-2021
10 Best Parks within driving distance (Kent)
The COVID-19 pandemic appears to be finally starting to recede, though restrictions are likely to stay in place for at least the beginning of the UK holiday season – which is why it’s no surprise to see ‘staycations’ and driving holidays at the top of many holiday…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
07-Apr-2021
10 Best Parks within driving distance (East Midlands)
According to a recent Perrys survey, 71% of people are looking to take a UK staycation within the next 12 months – that’s why we’ve done the research for you and compiled our Perrys travel guide for attractions within driving distance in the East Midlands! Today we’re…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
07-Apr-2021
10 Best Parks within driving distance (North West)
As spring feels like it’s definitely in the air, it’s the perfect time to load up the car and take a ride out. Soaking up nature and fresh air is a great way to destress as lockdown restrictions begin to ease – in fact, a recent study found that 77% of teens believed spending…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
07-Apr-2021
10 Best Parks within driving distance (Buckinghamshire)
While we may be starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel in regard to the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions are still likely to remain in place for at least the start of the UK holiday season. It’s not surprising then that most people will be embracing the ‘staycation’ this…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
06-Apr-2021
Best Family SUV's to Consider in 2021
If you’re used to driving a hatchback or an estate car, you may think of an SUV as being a bulky and not particularly aesthetically pleasing vehicle, however, times have changed over the last few years and you may be surprised to see how sleek and stylish SUV’s look now. When you are…
Written by Perrys | 5 min read
06-Apr-2021
Ultimate Safety Checklist Before a Long Journey
As the UK makes its way back to something like normality, many of us are now making plans for a holiday. And with foreign travel still potentially off-limits this summer, it looks like this year is set to be the year of the staycation – a holiday taken in the UK. With so many groups and…
Written by Perrys | 5 min read
01-Apr-2021
Driving test pass rates: Men vs Women
It’s one of the age-old debates; who is the better driver – men or women? While we will tread carefully on this topic it’s pretty much impossible to give an actual answer, so therefore we can look at the data. Let’s go right back to the start. The driving test.…
Written by Perrys | 9 min read
27-Oct-2020
The 2020 guide to electric vehicles
With a ban on new petrol or diesel cars in the UK potentially starting as early as 2032, it’s time that we all get educated on the different types of electric vehicles available on the market. If you’re looking into buying an electric vehicle, you’ve probably seen they come in…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
19-Jun-2020
What is a pre-reg car?
It’s a term you may have seen advertised online or heard at your local dealership, but what does it actually mean? In a nutshell, a pre-reg (pre-registered) vehicle is a brand-new car with one registered previous owner (usually the dealer) added to the V5 document. The cars are usually…
Written by Perrys | 5 min read
15-Jun-2020
Perrys at the Goosnargh & Longridge Agricultural Show
The team at Perrys Commercial Vehicle Centre, based in Preston, has been getting out into the community and demonstrating the latest range of Vauxhall commercial vehicles to visitors at this year’s Goosnargh & Longridge Agricultural Show. Attended by over 7,000 people, vintage vehicle…
01-Aug-2019