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Petrol and diesel prices 10p higher than they should be

Although the cost of fuel dropped by 7 pence per litre in September, it should have gone down by muc..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 05 2022

A guide to short-term car insurance

If you don't need a full 12 months' of cover a short-term policy may be the best option. Find out mo..

Claire Evans, Thu Jan 19 2017

What is a petrol particulate filter and how does it work?

Diesel cars have been fitted with particulate filters for years, and now petrol cars are getting the..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 15 2019

What you need to know about driving an electric car

From how it looks inside to how it performs, driving an electric car can be different to anything el..

Ayisha Gharu, Fri Aug 12 2022

Diesel particulate filters - everything you need to know

Your car's diesel particulate filter can be the cause of seriously hefty repair bills. We explain wh..

Claire Evans, Tue May 15 2018

Catalytic converter theft - why is it so common?

Car owners urged to protect their vehicles as catalytic converter thefts soar, with criminals steali..

Claire Evans, Thu Oct 24 2019

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

Top 10 ways to keep your car cool this summer

There’s nothing worse than a hot and stuffy car interior on a warm day, but there are things you can..

Claire Evans, Tue Jul 19 2022

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

Rise in cars thefts fueled by parts shortages

Some regions of the UK have seen car thefts rise by 25% or more, with police saying criminals are in..

Steve Huntingford, Mon Jun 06 2022

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

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

Drivers face new commuter tax

Latest green initiative being considered by councils could see drivers charged £1000 per year for th..

Ayisha Gharu, Sun Apr 03 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

Petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric – which is the cheapest to own?

We compare hybrid and electric models with petrol and diesel ones to find out which fuel type makes..

Claire Evans, Thu Oct 25 2018

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

Taking your car abroad: tips for driving in Europe

Taking your car on holiday gives you the added freedom to get around, but you’ll need to do some pre..

Claire Evans, Fri Aug 10 2018

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Owning and running your car

Petrol and diesel prices 10p higher than they should be

A guide to short-term car insurance

What is a petrol particulate filter and how does it work?

What you need to know about driving an electric car

Diesel particulate filters - everything you need to know

Catalytic converter theft - why is it so common?

How to find your car's service history

Top 10 ways to keep your car cool this summer

Car security: what to do if your car is stolen

How to save money on your car insurance

Rise in cars thefts fueled by parts shortages

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

What is hypermiling?

Drivers face new commuter tax

How to drive in bad weather

How to make an insurance claim

Car insurance - what cover should you buy?

Petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric – which is the cheapest to own?

Electric car maintenance: top 5 tips for owners

Taking your car abroad: tips for driving in Europe

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