Tips & advice

Regenerative braking turns your car’s kinetic energy into electricity to charge its battery and boost efficiency. Here’s how...

Before you begin your practical driving test, you’ll be asked some ‘show me, tell me’ questions. We reveal all…

Euro NCAP is the independent body behind new car crash safety scores - here's everything you need to know

Your guide to understanding the V5C log book and the rules around it, whether you're buying or selling a car

We examine the latest stats on driving test pass rates to help you compare UK driving test centres 

Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups in 2017; but what do they mean and how do they work?

Weight has a big impact on a car’s performance and efficiency. We explain how and look at the lightest and heaviest cars on sale. 

In the UK, zero-emissions vehicles can display a green flash on their numberplates. Here’s how it works…

Everything you need to know about the UK car number plate rules, and how to keep within the law.

Car number plates are a subject to a series of regulations to ensure they can be read. Here’s how to avoid driving with illegal plates and getting a f…

Euro 7 is big news for the car industry and is more relevant for consumers than you might think, here’s why…

Since their introduction in 2015, Euro 6 standards for exhaust emissions have had a big impact but what are they?

The excess charges, both voluntary and compulsory, are a key part of your car insurance policy. Here’s how they work…

So you've got a licence to drive a car, but are you also able to drive a van? Our practical guide explains the ins and outs of UK driving licence cate…

There are various types of pedestrian crossing in the UK; we explain the rules for each type, and how to identify them

Is your car suffering from a smoky exhaust? Our troubleshooting guide tells you the causes and what you need to do to fix it

Company car tax is worked out using a vehicle’s emissions, its value, and your salary; this is how the formula applies in the 2023/24 Financial Year

A full service history can add value to your car: here’s how to check it, and where to look for the information.

Confused by VED road tax? Our comprehensive guide explains how much you'll pay to tax your next car in the 2023/24 financial year

What are driving offence endorsement codes and what do they mean on your driving licence?

In the market for a new motorhome? Here are our top-five recommendations...

Need to sell your car? We look at the various options open to you from part-exchange to private sales, auctions and online car buying services

What you need to know about the Highway Code, where to find it and how to use it to pass your driving test

The UK’s first congestion charge has been in place for 20 years. Has it been a Success or failure? The debate rages on...

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”, but what is an HPI check and should you get one on the car you're buying?

What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…

What to do if you get a stone chip or crack in your car windscreen

Commit a motoring offence and you could get penalty points on your licence. We explain how they work...

Renewing your driving licence or changing the address is really simple: here’s how it’s done

Not sure how to buy a car online? Read our step-by-step guide to get you through the process

Thinner than a drinks can but packed full of technology, the Juice Booster 3 Air is a portable charging device like no other

The popularity of electric cars is growing exponentially. But with more and more on the road, where do you go to get your pride and joy maintained and…

Get to grips with the intricacies of different four-wheel drive systems with our handy guide

Are you ready for your practical driving test? Prepare for the big day with our guide and top tips.

Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars registered from 1 April 2017 onwards

Brexit has impacted UK motorists driving in EU countries in a number of ways; our guide sets out the changes