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Engine oil: how to check and top it up
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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
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18 Sep 2024
Can you sell a car without a V5C logbook?
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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
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17 Sep 2024
How does mileage affect car value?
Volkswagen Golf Mk4 odometer

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
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11 Sep 2024
How to use the hard shoulder
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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...
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10 Sep 2024
Car photography: how to take great pics of your car
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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
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10 Sep 2024
Can I cancel my car insurance if I sell my car?
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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
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9 Sep 2024
Which car colour has the best resale value?
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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
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9 Sep 2024
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
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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
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6 Sep 2024
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines
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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
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6 Sep 2024
How to sell your car: your car selling options explained
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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
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6 Sep 2024
What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?
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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
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6 Sep 2024
Where and how to advertise your car for free
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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
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6 Sep 2024
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The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
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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…
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6 Sep 2024
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
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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?
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6 Sep 2024
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
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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
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6 Sep 2024
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…
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6 Sep 2024
How to sell a modified car
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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.
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5 Sep 2024
Used car finance explained: how to finance a second-hand car
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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
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30 Aug 2024
How to get cheap car insurance for young drivers
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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
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29 Aug 2024
Driverless cars: everything you need to know about the autonomous car revolution
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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
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29 Aug 2024
UK laws on dogs in cars: guidelines for driving with dogs
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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
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29 Aug 2024
What is BMW ConnectedDrive and how does it work?
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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
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29 Aug 2024
What is a dual-clutch gearbox?
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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?
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27 Aug 2024
Driving in France: what do I need to drive in France
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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
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22 Aug 2024
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Electric Vehicle tyres: what are EV-specific tyres and do you need them?
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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…
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21 Aug 2024
Performance tyres pros and cons: should you fit high performance or ultra high performance tyres to your car?
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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
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21 Aug 2024
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.
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21 Aug 2024
How to remove tree sap from your car
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How to remove tree sap from your car

We explain how to safely get rid of sticky tree sap from your car’s paintwork
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20 Aug 2024
Speeding fines and penalties explained: how much do you have to pay and can you appeal?
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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
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20 Aug 2024
Buying a motorhome in the UK: beginners’ guide and advice
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Buying a motorhome in the UK: beginners’ guide and advice

We guide you through the dos and don'ts of buying a motorhome
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15 Aug 2024
Hydrogen cars: are hydrogen fuel-cell cars the future?
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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?
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14 Aug 2024
EV efficiency: how to calculate miles per kilowatt-hour
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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
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14 Aug 2024
What is a torque converter gearbox?
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What is a torque converter gearbox?

The torque converter automatic gearbox has been around for a long time, but how does it actually work?
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9 Aug 2024
How to check tyre age: are old tyres dangerous?
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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
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7 Aug 2024
What is ANPR? Automatic Number Plate Recognition and how it works
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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
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7 Aug 2024
Part worn tyres: buying advice and test vs new tyres
Worn tyre

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 …
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19 Jul 2024
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