Owning a car

Find out what to do if your car has been cloned and why it might have happened

Here are the rules covering pavement parking in London and the rest of the UK

What does a single yellow line mean, and can you park on one?

Dashboard lights can be a costly thing to ignore, so we explain what they all mean

Find out the advantages and disadvantages of car leasing and whether it’s right for you

Need to know how to transfer a private number plate between vehicles? Our step-by-step guide breaks it down

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

You must tell the DVLA if your car's off to a new owner, and here's how...

Senior content editor Shane Wilkinson believes that getting your hands dirty will help keep your bank account looking pristine

If you find yourself pining for a long-lost car you’ve owned in the past, it’s easier than you think to discover where it is now

The V5C logbook is a crucial piece of paperwork when you’re selling a car but you can sell a car without one, under certain circumstances

Mileage is a big factor in car depreciation so let’s explain the effect that the miles on the clock have on the value of a car

Follow our car photography top tips to make your car presentable when selling it on an online marketplace or just showing it of on social media

A great ad can net you an equally great price for your car if you do it right

Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. Our guide explains all

Our checklist of the documents you need to sell your car will help you make sure that you don’t miss anything when making that sale

Do you want to list and sell your car for free? We give our top tips on where and how to do so

If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…

Here's everything you need to know about selling a car for cash on the UK used car market

Truly cheap car insurance for young drivers is rare in this day and age, but with these tips you can certainly save money

Here’s how to keep your dog happy, comfortable and legal while driving in the UK

We explain how to safely get rid of sticky tree sap from your car’s paintwork

Depending on who you ask, part-worn tyres are either a great money-saver or a risky gamble. But should you buy part-worn tyres and what are the risks …

Buying and owning an electric car comes with a big lifestyle change – namely plugging your car in to charge overnight instead of queueing up at a petr…

Here’s everything you need to know about changing your car’s 12V battery

If you have the itch for aftermarket parts and making your ride unique, these are the best cars to go for

From simple to hi-tech, we look at some of the best ways to help prevent to stop your car or its contents being stolen

We explain how locking wheel nuts work, and what to do when you lose your locking wheel nut key…

Garages have axed annual MoT test paperwork, aiming to cut down fraud - not trees

There’s a risk that the car you’re thinking of buying might have outstanding finance. Here’s what happens if you unknowingly buy one and how to avoid …

Find out what happens if your car is repossessed, and what to look out for if you're thinking of buying a repo car

What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving? Our handy guide has you cov…

Don’t fret if your car has failed its MOT; we show you how to sell it avoiding the pitfalls.

How do you scrap or recycle your car in the UK, what prices can you expect from the scrap yard and what should you tell the DVLA? Our handy guide reve…

Keeping your EV battery topped-up is easier than ever. Here’s all you need to know about charging an electric car today