Tips & advice
What is Green NCAP?

What is Green NCAP?
You may have heard about your car’s Green NCAP rating, but what exactly does this rating involve? Here’s our quick guide to Green NCAP...
Car service intervals explained: how often should you service your car?

Car service intervals explained: how often should you service your car?
Whether your car is petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric powered, it’s going to need a service. Here’s a quick guide to car servicing and service interv…
What is an immobiliser and does my car have one?

What is an immobiliser and does my car have one?
In this guide, we explain what an immobiliser does and how it helps to protect your car from theft
Car warranty advice: manufacturer warranty cover and extended warranties explained

Car warranty advice: manufacturer warranty cover and extended warranties explained
Whether you’re buying a new or used car, a warranty provides great peace of mind. Here’s what they cover, what they don't, and how long they last...
Electric classic cars: top conversions, kits and UK companies

Electric classic cars: top conversions, kits and UK companies
Electric classic cars offer modern electric power with retro looks - here’s all you need to know about them...
What is a blind spot when driving?

What is a blind spot when driving?
There’s plenty of tech in modern cars to help us cope with blind spots but what are they and how can you keep yourself safe with or without the driver…
Storing a car: how to lay up a car for the long term

Storing a car: how to lay up a car for the long term
Leaving a car unused for an extended period of time can be worrying, here’s how you can keep your car in top condition while it’s not in use.
How to clean alloy wheels

How to clean alloy wheels
Alloy wheels can get dirty pretty quickly. Here's how you can keep them looking fresh with an alloy wheel cleaner.
How to transfer car ownership: what to do when buying or selling

How to transfer car ownership: what to do when buying or selling
Ensuring a car safely changes hands can be a daunting task - here’s everything you need to know to transfer a vehicle’s ownership to another person
What is lane-keeping assist?

What is lane-keeping assist?
Most new cars feature lane-keeping technology of some kind, but what is it, and how does it work?
What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained

What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained
Combustion engines could be viable in a fossil-fuel-free future thanks to new synthetic fuel tech. We explain how...
How to get bird poop off your car

How to get bird poop off your car
It can damage your paint, so work fast to remove bird droppings from your car as soon as possible
Traction Control – what is it, and how does it work?

Traction Control – what is it, and how does it work?
All new cars are equipped with a traction control system but do you know how it works and when to switch it off?
How to drive - improve your life behind the wheel

How to drive - improve your life behind the wheel
Get ready to rev up your driving skills with Auto Express and our resident driving expert, as we help you boost your confidence and safety on the road
What is car GAP insurance?

What is car GAP insurance?
We explain GAP and finance GAP insurance for cars, and ask whether you really need it
Catalytic converters explained: how they work and theft prevention

Catalytic converters explained: how they work and theft prevention
Catalytic converters help clean your car’s exhaust emissions using chemical reactions with precious metals, but thefts are on the rise...
Thatcham approved devices and crash tests explained

Thatcham approved devices and crash tests explained
Thatcham studies crashes, rates alarms and sets insurance groups to help cut drivers’ costs. We find out how
What is Audi's Virtual Cockpit? 

What is Audi's Virtual Cockpit?
We give you the lowdown on Audi's hi-tech dashboard display screen, the Virtual Cockpit
Driving in Italy

Driving in Italy
Driving in Italy needn’t be a challenge, as long as you’ve checked out our handy tips
Mersey Gateway Toll explained: How to pay the charge

Mersey Gateway Toll explained: How to pay the charge
Information on how to pay the Mersey Gateway Toll, and what to do if you want to appeal a fine
Slow punctures: the dangers and should you repair them?

Slow punctures: the dangers and should you repair them?
Tips on what to do with a slow puncture on your car tyre. Is it safe to drive on and when you can repair it?
Engine remapping and car chipping: does it work?

Engine remapping and car chipping: does it work?
Everything you need to know if you're considering engine remapping or chipping work on your car
Tyre types explained: what are the different types of tyre for?

Tyre types explained: what are the different types of tyre for?
All you need to know about the many different types of car tyre you can buy today, from all-season to run-flats and beyond...
Can I drive my car during the Covid-19 lockdown?

Can I drive my car during the Covid-19 lockdown?
England is coming out of its third lockdown, with the rest of the UK in a similar position - what does this mean for drivers?
What is what3words?

What is what3words?
Never get lost again with the new location finding app that’s more accurate than a postcode - what3words
UK child car seat, booster seat and baby seat laws explained

UK child car seat, booster seat and baby seat laws explained
Detailed info on latest baby seat and child seat regulations, plus when it’s OK to use a booster seat
Should you buy a used police car? A guide to police auctions

Should you buy a used police car? A guide to police auctions
If you’re prepared for a few compromises, you can save thousands on a well-maintained ex-police car
What is an MoT? How much does it cost and how long does it take?

What is an MoT? How much does it cost and how long does it take?
Your car needs a valid MoT certificate to be allowed on the road. Here’s everything you need to know about the MoT test, and what you can do to make y…
How to wrap a car: vinyl car wrapping explained

How to wrap a car: vinyl car wrapping explained
We deliver the vinyl verdict on car wrapping, the pros, the cons, the costs, and how to get it done
How to drive a manual car

How to drive a manual car
Driving a manual car well can improve smoothness and efficiency – find out how with our useful guide
What is a VIN number?

What is a VIN number?
Everything you need to know about 17-digit Vehicle Identification Numbers on cars, and why they’re important
What is third-party car insurance?

What is third-party car insurance?
Our straightforward guide to third-party car insurance has everything you need to know
What do car fuel additives do? And are they any use?

What do car fuel additives do? And are they any use?
Fuel additives claim to improve your car's economy, performance, or both - but do they really work?
Van valuations: how much is my van worth?

Van valuations: how much is my van worth?
If you're buying or selling a van, you'll want to know how much it's worth. So what’s the best way to find the true value of a used commercial vehicle…
What is a CVT gearbox?

What is a CVT gearbox?
If you're looking for cars with an automatic gearbox, you may have seen the term CVT. Here’s what it means…