Tips & advice
Engine oil: how to check and top it up
Engine oil: how to check and top it up
Failing to check your engine oil levels could turn out to be a costly mistake! Here’s all you need to know to top up your engine oil
Can you sell a car without a V5C logbook?
Can you sell a car without a V5C logbook?
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
How does mileage affect car value?
How does mileage affect car value?
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
How to use the hard shoulder
How to use the hard shoulder
It's the emptiest lane on the UK's motorways, but do you know what you need to do if you stop on the hard shoulder? We explain all...
Car photography: how to take great pics of your car
Car photography: how to take great pics of your 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
Can I cancel my car insurance if I sell my car?
Can I cancel my car insurance if I sell my car?
If you’ve sold your car, you no longer need to insure it but it’s easy to forget to cancel that policy
Which car colour has the best resale value?
Which car colour has the best resale value?
You’ve no doubt heard the adage that silver cars are easiest to sell, which is why there are so many on the roads today
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
A great ad can net you an equally great price for your car if you do it right
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines
Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. Our guide explains all
How to sell your car: your car selling options explained
How to sell your car: your car selling options explained
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 paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?
What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?
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
Where and how to advertise your car for free
Where and how to advertise your car for free
Do you want to list and sell your car for free? We give our top tips on where and how to do so
The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
Sceptical about selling your car on Facebook? We go over everything you need to know about the Facebook Marketplace?
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
Here's everything you need to know about selling a car for cash on the UK used car market
How to sell a damaged or written-off car
How to sell a damaged or written-off car
Selling a car can be tough when it’s in good condition, let alone when it’s not. Here are our tips for finding a buyer for your damaged, non-running o…
How to sell a modified car
How to sell a modified car
There are lots of modified cars on UK roads and if you own one and want to sell it, there are some important things to consider.
Used car finance explained: how to finance a second-hand car
Used car finance explained: how to finance a second-hand car
Want to buy a used car through a finance scheme? Here’s everything you need to know
How to get cheap car insurance for young drivers
How to get cheap car insurance for young drivers
Truly cheap car insurance for young drivers is rare in this day and age, but with these tips you can certainly save money
Driverless cars: everything you need to know about the autonomous car revolution
Driverless cars: everything you need to know about the autonomous car revolution
Autonomous cars can’t drive you all the way home yet, but the tech is progressing all the time. Here’s all you need to know
UK laws on dogs in cars: guidelines for driving with dogs
UK laws on dogs in cars: guidelines for driving with dogs
Here’s how to keep your dog happy, comfortable and legal while driving in the UK
What is BMW ConnectedDrive and how does it work?
What is BMW ConnectedDrive and how does it work?
Find out everything you need to know about BMW ConnectedDrive, the German brand’s name for its in-car infotainment system
What is a dual-clutch gearbox?
What is a dual-clutch gearbox?
The dual-clutch automatic gearbox is a type of transmission found on many modern cars, but how does it work?
Driving in France: what do I need to drive in France
Driving in France: what do I need to drive in France
Our guide to driving in France has advice, tips and a car checklist to keep you safe and legal
Electric Vehicle tyres: what are EV-specific tyres and do you need them?
Electric Vehicle tyres: what are EV-specific tyres and do you need them?
It’s important to have the right tyres fitted to your car, but do you need electric vehicle-specific tyres if you have an electric car or SUV? Our gui…
Performance tyres pros and cons: should you fit high performance or ultra high performance tyres to your car?
Performance tyres pros and cons: should you fit high performance or ultra high performance tyres to your car?
Here is a guide on when, and when not, to fit performance tyres to your car
Tyre speed ratings explained: chart, rating letters and what they mean
Tyre speed ratings explained: chart, rating letters and what they mean
Tyre speed ratings can be confusing. Heres a guide on what these mean.
How to remove tree sap from your car
How to remove tree sap from your car
We explain how to safely get rid of sticky tree sap from your car’s paintwork
Speeding fines and penalties explained: how much do you have to pay and can you appeal?
Speeding fines and penalties explained: how much do you have to pay and can you appeal?
Here’s our complete guide to UK speeding fines and the appeals process
Buying a motorhome in the UK: beginners’ guide and advice
Buying a motorhome in the UK: beginners’ guide and advice
We guide you through the dos and don'ts of buying a motorhome
Hydrogen cars: are hydrogen fuel-cell cars the future?
Hydrogen cars: are hydrogen fuel-cell cars the future?
Electric cars are entering the mainstream at full force, but do hydrogen cars also have a future on our roads?
EV efficiency: how to calculate miles per kilowatt-hour
EV efficiency: how to calculate miles per kilowatt-hour
Three-quarters of people don’t know how to calculate EV efficiency: we explain how miles per kilowatt-hour affects your car’s range
What is a torque converter gearbox?
What is a torque converter gearbox?
The torque converter automatic gearbox has been around for a long time, but how does it actually work?
How to check tyre age: are old tyres dangerous?
How to check tyre age: are old tyres dangerous?
Driving a car on old tyres is not recommended. Here’s how to check the age of yours
What is ANPR? Automatic Number Plate Recognition and how it works
What is ANPR? Automatic Number Plate Recognition and how it works
Find out more about Automatic Number Plate Recognition tech, which is widely used on UK roads
Part worn tyres: buying advice and test vs new tyres
Part worn tyres: buying advice and test vs new tyres
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 …