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Winter tyres: pros, cons, costs, laws and should you buy them for your car?
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Winter tyres: pros, cons, costs, laws and should you buy them for your car?

Tyres designed to cope better in cold conditions provide more grip and better safety. Is it time you considered an annual change to winter tyres?
Tips & advice
9 Oct 2024
How to drive in snow: top tips
Snowy conditions on city street

How to drive in snow: top tips

Driving in snow can be daunting and dangerous. Our tips will help keep you safe when the white stuff strikes
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9 Oct 2024
What is aquaplaning and how to avoid it
Wet driving conditions on motorway

What is aquaplaning and how to avoid it

We look at aquaplaning: what it means, how it affects your car and what to do if it happens to you
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8 Oct 2024
How to drive on ice: top tips
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How to drive on ice: top tips

Driving on ice can pose all sorts of problems, but these top tips should help keep you out of trouble
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4 Oct 2024
UK driving test pass rates explained
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UK driving test pass rates explained

We examine the latest stats on driving test pass rates to help you compare UK driving test centres
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1 Oct 2024
Can you sell a SORN car?
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Can you sell a SORN car?

If your car is SORN you can still sell it but there are some important things to bear in mind when you do.
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25 Sep 2024
Car exhaust smoke: what do the different kinds and colours of smoke mean?
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Car exhaust smoke: what do the different kinds and colours of smoke mean?

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
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24 Sep 2024
Do you have to pay tax when selling a car?
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Do you have to pay tax when selling a car?

We know cars and fuel are heavily taxed but are there any other hidden taxation issues when selling a car?
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24 Sep 2024
Electric car charging at home with no driveway: rules, tips and cross-pavement options
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Electric car charging at home with no driveway: rules, tips and cross-pavement options

Don’t have a driveway? We show you how it’s still possible to charge your electric car at home
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23 Sep 2024
How to sell a deceased person’s car: step-by-step process explained
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How to sell a deceased person’s car: step-by-step process explained

If you’re looking to sell a car after the death of its owner, our guide will help you through the process
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20 Sep 2024
How to tell the DVLA you’ve sold your car
'For sale' sign on car windscreen

How to tell the DVLA you’ve sold your car

You must tell the DVLA if your car's off to a new owner, and here's how...
Tips & advice
19 Sep 2024
How to find your old car
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How to find your old car

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
Tips & advice
19 Sep 2024
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When is the best time to sell a car?
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When is the best time to sell a car?

When selling your car, timing is crucial! We take a look at the best and worst times to sell your car...
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19 Sep 2024
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?
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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
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
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
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?
Tips & advice
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
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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
Modified cars

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
Tips & advice
30 Aug 2024
How to get cheap car insurance for young drivers
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
Tips & advice
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
Tips & advice
29 Aug 2024
What is a dual-clutch gearbox?
BMW gear selector

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
Tips & advice
22 Aug 2024
Electric Vehicle tyres: what are EV-specific tyres and do you need them?
New Tesla Model 3 front wheel and tyre

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
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