6 tips to choosing a good car to take to work

When it comes to travelling to work, it’s essential that you have the right car. Indeed, a comfortable, efficient and environmentally-friendly car that’s loaded with extras such as Bluetooth, heated seats and air conditioning can make the journey to work more enjoyable. To give you a helping hand, we’ve put together six tips to choosing your next car.

 

Cost 

Perhaps the most important part of choosing the right car for work is the price. You need to find a car that you can afford – whether you’re paying it off outright or you’re leasing. If you’re looking for a reliable, efficient car, then consider the Ford Ranger lease deals offered by Leasewell, one of the UK’s leading commercial vehicle specialists. Not only is the Ford Ranger the first ever pick-up truck to achieve the Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating award, but it can carry loads of up to 1340kg – perfect you need to take supplies to your workplace. 

Entertainment system 

Heading to work on a morning can be boring – especially if you’ve got a long journey ahead of you. Make sure that your chosen car has a good entertainment system, that allows you to connect your phone so that you can stream music and podcasts. Car Wow has put together a list of cars that have Apple CarPlay built in – the ideal in-car entertainment system for those who have an iPhone. 

Appearance

Although your car doesn’t need to look the part, it’s important to make the right first impression when meeting new clients. If you’re travelling from meeting to meeting and speaking with potential customers, make sure your car looks professional. Newer models in black, white and silver are usually the most effective at giving off a good impression. 

Tyres 

For long journeys, it’s important to have the right tyres. This tip is especially true for those who are buying a second-hand car. Make sure you check your new car’s tyres and be prepared to change them if you think that they are in need of replacements. Generally, new car tyres have 8mm of tread and should be replaced when the tread gets down to 2-3mm. 

Fuel efficiency 

With food and petrol prices set to continue to rise in 2017, it’s important to find a vehicle that won’t guzzle your money. Compare your favourite cars and make sure that yours has passed fuel efficiency tests – but don’t pay too much for your new car just because it will perform better economically.

Extras 

It’s not just a good entertainment system that you need to take into consideration when choosing the right car. Optional extras such as heated seats, cruise control, air conditioning, parking sensors and night vision can transform your journey and make it more enjoyable.

We’ve put together just six of the top tips for choosing a good car to take to work, but there’s certainly more to consider when heading to the showroom. Remember to look at prices carefully, and don’t pay over-the-odds for features that won’t provide long-term benefits.