Tips & advice

Wondering if it’s worth buying an electric car? Here’s everything you need to know

With more used electric cars available than ever before and bargains to had, here are our top tips to consider before splashing the cash

All electric cars are automatic, but do they actually have gears? Find out more here

Starting with the first electric car, we look back at where it all began, and how EV tech has developed

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…

All you need to know about the UK’s luxury car tax, applied to ‘expensive’ cars costing over £40,000

Thinking of buying an electric car? You’ve probably got some questions, but we’ve got the answers

Find out why you might want a heat pump in your next electric car and how they work

Double de-clutching is a driving technique for manual cars. Find out how to do it and why

All you need to know about Atkinson cycle engines and why you might want a car that uses one

What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN), why do they exist and how are they made? Find out the answers here…

Find out what Alcantara is and if this trim material is worth speccing on your new car

Learn more about plug-in hybrid cars and vans, also known as PHEVs, how they work and why you should buy one

Driving too close to the car in front can be dangerous. Here’s all you need to know about tailgating

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?

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

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?

Planning a road trip? Here’s how to use the AA’s Route Planner

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

Your guide to the cost of driving lessons, and how much money you’ll need to pass your test and get your licence

Bluetooth is now a key piece of in-car tech. We explain what it is and how to use it

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

If you’re planning on driving abroad outside the EU you might need a car insurance ‘green card’. But what is a green card and how do you get one?

Everything you need to know about taking your car to Europe

Want to take your dog to France? Join the increasing number of pet owners doing just that

Driving abroad can be fun, family friendly and cost-effective, our tips will help you stay safe and legal on holiday

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

Read our used vehicle checklist to help you make a safer, more informed choice when buying any used car

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

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 …

Going on holiday and driving to the airport? You'll need to park your car, so here’s our guide to the dos and don'ts of airport parking

In 2018, WLTP and RDE tests measuring car MPG and emissions replaced the older, less accurate NEDC tests used before. The aim was to better reflect th…

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

We explain everything you need to know about Google's Android Auto software

Smart motorways are meant to be a cost-effective way of increasing road capacity, but how do you use them and how safe are they?

Apple CarPlay allows users to safely use many of the features of their iPhone while driving. We explain how it works