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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

Vehicle daily checks and weekly maintenance: Your company car responsibilities explained

What checks should you do regularly if you run a company car? Our explainer guide tells all

Euan Doig, Fri May 22 2026

How much is your car worth?

Whether you're looking for a trade-in or are just keen to sell your existing car for cash, it's vita..

Jack Mortimer, Wed Nov 30 2016

How to check your car's tyres: pressures and tread depth explained

It’s vital that you check your tyres regularly to ensure you stay safe, legal and maximise your car’..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Dec 19 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 to beat the bank holiday weekend traffic jams

With temperatures soaring, the late May bank holiday is set to be the busiest in two years. Here’s h..

Claire Evans, Thu May 23 2024

Company car tax guide 2026: calculate BIK rates to 2030

In our company car tax guide, we explain how benefit-in-kind (BIK) rates work in the UK and list all..

Euan Doig, Mon Aug 11 2025

Best EV home charging tariffs: here are the best and cheapest we’ve found

Switching to an energy tariff designed for electric vehicle owners can help to save big on your moto..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Feb 13 2025

Company car vs car allowance: which saves you more in 2026

Getting a company car sounds like a real ‘you’ve made it’ moment but is it actually the right choice..

Euan Doig, Fri Aug 01 2025

Best cars for towing caravans - the best tow cars to buy today

If you're towing a caravan, horse box or trailer, you'll need to make sure your car is up to the tas..

David Motton, Wed Apr 22 2026

Best car phone holders 2026: the phone mounts to help you stay legal reviewed and rated

You’ll need to keep your phone mounted securely to stay legal. We’ve put the best to the test

Jim Blackstock, Fri Jan 16 2026

How do I check my driving licence points?

Want to check if your licence is still clean, or how long you’ve held points for? Our guide tells yo..

Shafiq Abidin, Mon Mar 02 2026

2026 HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates (AFR) for company car drivers

HMRC issues new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for fleet car users every quarter. Here are the latest ra..

Euan Doig, Sun Jun 01 2025

ZEV mandate: 33% of new cars must be electric this year

The Zero-Emission Mandate requires all UK car manufacturers to meet targets for new electric car sal..

George Hill, Thu Jan 04 2024

What is road tax, and how much is it?

Electric car owners now have to pay VED for the first time, and road tax will shoot up for non-elect..

Shafiq Abidin, Thu Nov 07 2024

Most common driving scams and how to avoid them

It’s all too easy for drivers to fall victim to one of the many scams on the roads. We share some of..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Mar 05 2026

Most common used car scams and how to avoid them

Scams are on the rise, with UK motorists conned out of millions of pounds every year. We look at the..

Jack Mortimer, Wed Jan 08 2025

The fastest charging electric cars in the UK

These are the official maximum charging speeds in kW of all the electric cars in the UK – ranked in..

Shafiq Abidin, Tue Oct 01 2024

EV chargepoint grant – everything you need to know

You can save up to £350 on the cost of a home electric car charger through the Office for Zero-Emiss..

Jack Mortimer, Mon Aug 04 2025

What makes your car’s tyres illegal?

It's easy to overlook your car's tyres, but they are vital for your safety on the road, and you're r..

Euan Doig, Mon Feb 02 2026

How to change a tyre

Don't call a recovery service yet: here's how to change a car tyre safely and get back on the road i..