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Van walkaround checks explained

If you use your van for business, then it’s essential that you know it’s safe to use, and the easies..

Euan Doig, Sat Jul 29 2023

Top 10 pre-MOT checks

It takes as little as two minutes to check the basics on your car and significantly increase its cha..

Claire Evans, Thu Jun 29 2023

What to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car

In the UK someone puts the wrong fuel in their car every three and a half minutes - here's what to d..

Claire Evans, Wed Jan 17 2018

Speeding fines, tickets and penalties guide

Drivers caught speeding can be fined up to £2500 and get a driving ban. We explain how speeding fine..

Darren Moss, Sat Jun 24 2023

How long can I drive a van for?

If you drive a van for work, there are strict rules on how often you should stop for a break – follo..

Euan Doig, Mon Jun 12 2023

ULEZ compliant vans: everything you need to know

Many van drivers will soon have to pay up to £27.50 per day to drive their vehicle in London. Here’s..

Alasdair Rodden, Thu Jun 01 2023

Is a black box car insurance policy for you?

A telematic, or ‘black box’ policy could cut the cost of your insurance, but only if you’re the righ..

Claire Evans, Mon May 22 2023

What are e-fuels?

Think the future is all about electric cars? Maybe not, because a new generation of man-made fuels c..

George Hill, Mon May 22 2023

Returning a leased car – what you need to know

Here's everything you need to know about returning your car at the end of a leasing contract, includ..

What Car? team, Sat May 20 2023

Where can you park a van?

Sadly, the answer to this question isn't 'anywhere you like'. In fact, the rules are more complicate..

Euan Doig, Mon May 15 2023

How to buy a car online

Online shopping is incredibly convenient, but should you buy a car this way? Here's everything you n..

Claire Evans, Tue May 02 2023

What's the best personal car finance for me?

We outline the pros and cons of the main types of car finance to help you make an informed choice

Steve Huntingford, Wed Nov 09 2022

What is the ULEZ van scrappage scheme?

Grants of up to £6000 are available for buyers of the cleanest new vans. Are you eligible?

What Car? team, Mon Nov 18 2019

Should I lease or buy a new vehicle?

Car lease vs buy - it's one of the key questions facing many car buyers. Here, we go through what ea..

Max Adams, Sat Apr 15 2023

Car servicing costs compared

There are ways to keep car servicing costs down, without cutting corners that can cost you more in t..

Claire Evans, Wed Apr 12 2023

Top 10 pre-holiday car checks

Make sure your car doesn't let you down as you head off on holiday by doing some quick and simple ch..

Claire Evans, Sat Apr 08 2023

Best cars for three child car seats

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 15 SUVs and MPVs to the test t..

Claire Evans, Wed Mar 29 2023

How to lease a car

What does leasing a car involve? Our guide covers what to do from start to finish

Alasdair Rodden, Tue Nov 22 2022

Best SUVs for three child car seats

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 15 SUVs and MPVs to the test t..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 28 2023

Best cars for three child car seats: verdict

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 15 SUVs and MPVs to the test t..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 28 2023

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What Car? advice

Van walkaround checks explained

Top 10 pre-MOT checks

What to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car

Speeding fines, tickets and penalties guide

How long can I drive a van for?

ULEZ compliant vans: everything you need to know

Is a black box car insurance policy for you?

What are e-fuels?

Returning a leased car – what you need to know

Where can you park a van?

How to buy a car online

What's the best personal car finance for me?

What is the ULEZ van scrappage scheme?

Should I lease or buy a new vehicle?

Car servicing costs compared

Top 10 pre-holiday car checks

Best cars for three child car seats

How to lease a car

Best SUVs for three child car seats

Best cars for three child car seats: verdict

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