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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

Car finance explained

From PCP to hire purchase, here’s everything you need to know about financing your next car

What Car? team, Wed Nov 11 2015

How long do points stay on your driving licence?

Everything you need to know about driving licence penalty points, including how long they stay on yo..

Darren Moss, Fri May 20 2016

Smart motorways: what to do if you break down

The rules on smart motorways are different from those on standard motorways. We explain what to do i..

Claire Evans, Wed Nov 08 2017

How to find your car's service history

If you've bought a used car that didn't come with a full service history you could increase its valu..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 16 2015

Car security: what to do if your car is stolen

What should you do if you discover that your car has been stolen? There are a few simple steps you s..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 23 2016

How to save money on your car insurance

From when to buy, to whether it's worth adding Mum to a young driver’s policy, we share our top tips..

Claire Evans, Mon Sep 25 2017

Payment, paperwork and avoiding scams

Finding a buyer for your car is one thing: making sure you complete the sale safely is another. Here..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 16 2015

Euro 1 to Euro 6: how clean is my car?

All new cars must comply with European exhaust emissions standards, so what is the latest standard a..

Claire Evans, Fri Nov 17 2017

Top tips on running an electric car

Following a few simple rules can improve the efficiency of your electric car and prolong the life of..

George Hill, Sun Jun 05 2022

What is hypermiling?

With fuel prices at record levels, you might have heard the term 'hypermiling'. Here's how it can he..

Charlie Martin, Thu Apr 21 2022

Used car auctions - your complete guide

You can save hundreds by buying your next car at an auction. Our step-by-step guide tells you everyt..

Darren Moss, Mon Apr 11 2016

Every van eligible for the plug-in vehicle grant

The UK Government will give you up to £5000 to help cover the cost of a new electric van – here's ev..

Darren Moss, Wed Feb 02 2022

How to drive in bad weather

From iced-over windscreens to slippery roads, driving in bad weather poses all sorts of challenges f..

Ayisha Gharu, Thu Mar 10 2022

How to make an insurance claim

Nobody wants to have to make an insurance claim, but using this checklist will help you to get thing..

Jim Holder, Thu Jan 19 2017

Car insurance - what cover should you buy?

Car insurance can be a big expense, so it's important to find out up front which is the best type of..

Claire Evans, Thu Jan 19 2017

Electric vehicle home charging scheme changes in 2022: What do I need to know?

The eligibility rules for grants to help pay for electric car home charger installation are changing..

Charlie Martin, Wed Oct 13 2021

Electric car maintenance: top 5 tips for owners

Electric cars may be very different to traditional petrol and diesel models, but there’s still plent..

Claire Evans, Mon Oct 11 2021

Driving in fog: top 10 tips to stay safe

Driving in poor visibility isn’t easy, but there are some simple rules that you can follow to help m..

Claire Evans, Thu Jan 26 2017

Electric cars: can you use public chargers without a smartphone?

If you own an electric car but not a smartphone, and don’t want to buy one to access public charging..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 19 2021

Comparison websites: are you getting a fair deal?

Finding the best car insurance-related products isn’t always as simple as it should be, so read this..

Claire Evans, Mon Aug 09 2021

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