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The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Reckon you know your road signs? Well, many people don't. Let's find out the ones that mystify the m..

What Car? team, Sat Apr 12 2025

Driving in Europe: the rules, documents and tips you need to know

If you're planning a motoring holiday in Europe this year, it’s worth doing some preparation beforeh..

Claire Evans, Fri Aug 10 2018

How much is car tax: VED rates explained

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

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 07 2024

Councils told to solve Britain’s pothole crisis

Local authorities to receive a cash injection, but there are strings attached

Stuart Milne, Mon Mar 24 2025

Pothole backlog in England and Wales soars to £17bn due to lack of funding

Half of England and Wales’s roads may be unusable in 15 years’ time if more money isn’t spent on rep..

Eleanor Cooper, Mon Mar 17 2025

Car warning lights: understanding dashboard symbols and their meanings

Dashboard warning lights can be signs of serious problems, or something that’s easily fixed. We reve..

Stuart Milne, Tue Dec 31 2024

The most stolen cars in the UK

Seven cars were stolen every hour, according to the latest figures from the DVLA. But which models a..

Claire Evans, Sat Feb 01 2025

Best car servicing 2025: the best and worst brands at servicing your car

Is it best to have your car serviced by a manufacturer, or take your business elsewhere? We look at..

Claire Evans, Wed Jan 22 2025

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Reckon you know your road signs? Well, many people don't. Let's find out the ones that mystify the m..

What Car? team, Tue Jan 21 2025

Most common car scams and how to avoid them

Criminals conned UK motorists out of millions of pounds in last year. We look at the latest vehicle..

Claire Evans, Wed Jan 08 2025

Your legal rights if something goes wrong with your car

When you buy a new or used car from an official dealer, you are protected by the Consumer Rights Act..

Claire Evans, Thu Dec 26 2024

Which is the best breakdown service in 2024

No one wants to face the cost and inconvenience of their car breaking down. But if it does happen, w..

Claire Evans, Wed Dec 25 2024

Winter driving guide 2025: how to prepare your car for winter

Short days, long nights, wet and cold weather can all make driving more hazardous. We show you how t..

Stuart Milne, Mon Dec 23 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

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 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

Best tyres 2024: the safest tyres reviewed and rated

The best tyres help to keep you safe and improve how your car drives. Our tests reveal the best and..

Claire Evans, Wed Sep 04 2024

Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for company car drivers in the UK

New Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for fleet car users were issued by HMRC on September 1, 2024. Here ar..

Euan Doig, Sat Aug 31 2024

How to wash a car: our top car cleaning tips

Washing your car at home can be daunting. Here, we explain how to clean a car inside and out, with a..

Alasdair Rodden, Sat Aug 24 2024

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Owning and running your car

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Driving in Europe: the rules, documents and tips you need to know

How much is car tax: VED rates explained

Councils told to solve Britain’s pothole crisis

Pothole backlog in England and Wales soars to £17bn due to lack of funding

Car warning lights: understanding dashboard symbols and their meanings

The most stolen cars in the UK

Best car servicing 2025: the best and worst brands at servicing your car

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Most common car scams and how to avoid them

Your legal rights if something goes wrong with your car

Which is the best breakdown service in 2024

Winter driving guide 2025: how to prepare your car for winter

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

2024 Autumn Budget: what it will mean for motorists

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

What is WLTP? Official economy and emissions tests explained

Best tyres 2024: the safest tyres reviewed and rated

Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for company car drivers in the UK

How to wash a car: our top car cleaning tips

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