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Our advice section has the answers to your motoring questions, whether you're buying, selling, or just looking to reduce your motoring bills. And you can even contact us for help with car-related problems

How to check a car battery: a guide to charging and jump starting

A healthy car battery is key to ensuring your car starts first time, every time. We show you how to..

Stuart Milne, Fri Dec 20 2024

How to check a car tyre: pressures and tread depth explained

Checking your car’s tyres is a must-do to ensure you stay safe, legal and maximise your fuel economy..

Stuart Milne, Thu Dec 19 2024

How to change a car headlight bulb – a step-by-step guide

Headlights, taillights and indicators are all vital to stay safe and legal – so you should regularly..

Stuart Milne, Thu Dec 19 2024

How to replace windscreen wipers – and check screenwash

Ensuring your windscreen wipers and washer fluid is up to the job of cleaning your windscreen is an..

Stuart Milne, Wed Dec 18 2024

How to check your car’s antifreeze

Antifreeze – also called coolant – will keep your car from freezing in the winter or boiling in the..

Stuart Milne, Wed Dec 18 2024

What are all-season tyres - and are they worth buying?

We explain how all-season tyres differ from summer or winter tyres, and examine the pros and cons of..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 21 2024

How much is car tax: VED rates explained

Electric car owners will have to pay VED from 2025, and road tax will shoot up for non-electric vehi..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 07 2024

Best car seats 2024: the safest child seats for newborns and toddlers

Looking to buy a new child car seat? We’ve tested and rated 22 of the latest examples to help you fi..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 07 2024

Fleet and company car tax explained and BIK rates from 2024 to 2028

This fleet car tax guide explains how the company car tax system works, how to work out benefit-in-k..

Euan Doig, Wed Nov 06 2024

The most popular car colours – and the least wanted

Choosing the right colour for your car is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buyin..

Eleanor Cooper, Mon Nov 04 2024

2024 Autumn Budget: what it will mean for motorists

We scrutinise the Government's first budget to assess the impact it will have on motorists. Will it..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 30 2024

Pothole damage claim: how to get compensated and report a pothole

New research has revealed that more vehicles are being damaged by potholes than ever before. Here, w..

George Hill, Fri Oct 25 2024

What is a car platform – and is it the same as a car chassis?

You might not realise it, but it’s likely your car shares a platform and a large number of component..

George Hill, Fri Oct 18 2024

What is a mild hybrid car and should you buy one?

Many cars have mild-hybrid engines, but how does the tech work and how are they different to hybrids..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 16 2024

What is a Cat A, Cat B, Cat S or Cat N write-off?

There are four different categories for written-off cars. We explain them and consider the pros and..

Claire Evans, Sun Oct 13 2024

PCP or HP: should I still consider HP?

The option to spread the cost of buying a car holds huge appeal for most motorists. We take a look a..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 02 2024

The fastest charging electric cars in the UK

These are the official maximum charging speeds in kW of all the electric cars available in the UK, r..

James Tute, Tue Oct 01 2024

What is an electric car heat pump and how does it work?

A battery heat pump could make a big difference to your electric car’s range and efficiency. Here we..

George Hill, Sat Sep 28 2024

Best EV home charging tariffs 2024 reviewed: the best EV tariffs for your car

If you charge your electric car at home, switching your home electricity provider could save you tho..

Claire Evans, Thu Sep 26 2024

What is WLTP? Official economy and emissions tests explained

Official WLTP test figures for fuel economy, CO2 emissions and electric range can make a big impact..

George Hill, Tue Sep 24 2024

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