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Driving abroad: your holiday car guide
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Driving abroad: your holiday car guide

Driving abroad can be fun, family friendly and cost-effective, our tips will help you stay safe and legal on holiday
Tips & advice
9 May 2024
Locking wheel nuts explained: types, removal and lost keys
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Locking wheel nuts explained: types, removal and lost keys

We explain how locking wheel nuts work, and what to do when you lose your locking wheel nut key…
Tips & advice
8 May 2024
Practical driving test tips: how to prepare and pass
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Practical driving test tips: how to prepare and pass

Are you ready for your practical driving test? Prepare for the big day with our guide and top tips for passing.
Tips & advice
3 May 2024
How to avoid buying a car with outstanding finance
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How to avoid buying a car with outstanding finance

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 …
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3 May 2024
Airport parking: top tips for a cheap, safe deal
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Airport parking: top tips for a cheap, safe deal

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
Tips & advice
3 May 2024
Real-world MPG and emissions testing
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Real-world MPG and emissions testing

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…
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2 May 2024
What is a smart motorway? Speed cameras, safety concerns and hard shoulder use explained
Smart motorway

What is a smart motorway? Speed cameras, safety concerns and hard shoulder use explained

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?
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27 Apr 2024
Apple CarPlay: what is it, how does it work, and is it better than Android Auto?
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Apple CarPlay: what is it, how does it work, and is it better than Android Auto?

Apple CarPlay allows users to safely use many of the features of their iPhone while driving. We explain how it works
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24 Apr 2024
What is WLTP? Official car fuel economy and emission tests explained
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What is WLTP? Official car fuel economy and emission tests explained

The latest WLTP tests mean lower on-paper fuel economy, higher emissions and revamped model ranges
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24 Apr 2024
International driving permit: do you need one?
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International driving permit: do you need one?

If you plan on driving abroad, you may need an International Driving Permit – here’s everything you need to know
Tips & advice
19 Apr 2024
London Congestion Charge: map, times, exemptions and full details
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London Congestion Charge: map, times, exemptions and full details

Driving into the city? Here’s everything you need to know
Tips & advice
19 Apr 2024
Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained
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Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained

What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving? Our handy guide has you cov…
Tips & advice
17 Apr 2024
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How to sell your car without an MoT
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How to sell your car without an MoT

Don’t fret if your car has failed its MoT; we show you how to sell it avoiding the pitfalls.
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17 Apr 2024
Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price
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Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price

Carwow is probably best known as a place to buy cars but it can sell your car, too. Here’s how Carwow Sell My Car works…
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10 Apr 2024
Electric car charging in the UK
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Electric car charging in the UK

Keeping your EV battery topped-up is easier than ever. Here’s all you need to know about charging an electric car today
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9 Apr 2024
How to buy or sell a car at auction and get a great price
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How to buy or sell a car at auction and get a great price

Buying or selling a car at auction can be both a fun and daunting experience. Our car auction guide should make it more of the former and less of the …
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4 Apr 2024
Car tax bands: 2024/2025 VED bands explained
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Car tax bands: 2024/2025 VED bands explained

Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars first registered from 1 April 2017 onwards
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2 Apr 2024
Bad credit van finance: how to buy a van if you have a poor credit rating
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Bad credit van finance: how to buy a van if you have a poor credit rating

What is bad credit van finance and should you consider it?
Tips & advice
19 Mar 2024
What is middle-lane hogging?
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What is middle-lane hogging?

If the surveys are to be believed, almost nothing annoys motorists like middle-lane hogging. Here’s the lowdown on what it is and why you really shoul…
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9 Mar 2024
Latest live M25 traffic news
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Latest live M25 traffic news

Live M25 traffic reports, plus the latest news on M25 accidents, delays and congestion
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1 Mar 2024
Should you buy a white car?
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Should you buy a white car?

Is white the right colour for your next car? Here’s what to consider when picking your paint options
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28 Feb 2024
Old Cat C and Cat D insurance write-off categories explained
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Old Cat C and Cat D insurance write-off categories explained

A new write-off category system was introduced in 2017, but plenty of Cat C and Cat D cars are still on the used market. We explain what these categor…
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9 Feb 2024
What's the best engine oil for my car?
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What's the best engine oil for my car?

Use our handy guide to find the right engine oil for your car
Tips & advice
8 Feb 2024
Pass Plus scheme: pros, cons, cost and insurance discounts
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Pass Plus scheme: pros, cons, cost and insurance discounts

Extra driver training is always welcome, but do insurance discounts make the Pass Plus prices worth paying?
Tips & advice
1 Feb 2024
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Can you lease a used car? second-hand car leasing deals guide
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Can you lease a used car? second-hand car leasing deals guide

When we think of leasing, we tend to think of new cars, but leasing a used car is an option worth looking at
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30 Jan 2024
The Dartford Crossing: how to pay the Dart Charge toll and appeal a fine
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The Dartford Crossing: how to pay the Dart Charge toll and appeal a fine

Our Dartford Crossing guide explains when and how to pay the Dart Charge, how much it costs and how to appeal a fine
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26 Jan 2024
London ULEZ: Ultra Low Emissions Zone expansion, charges and map
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London ULEZ: Ultra Low Emissions Zone expansion, charges and map

The ULEZ has now expanded to cover all London boroughs. Here are the facts about the charge, the zone map and the cars affected
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26 Jan 2024
What is Torque? The mystery explained
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What is Torque? The mystery explained

Engine torque figures are commonly compared, but what is torque and why is it important in our cars?
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24 Jan 2024
What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level
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What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level

We explain how antifreeze keeps your car's engine from overheating, and why you should regularly check your levels
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23 Jan 2024
What is ESP, and ESC on a car?
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What is ESP, and ESC on a car?

Since 2014, every new car in Europe has been fitted with Electronic Stability Control – but what is ESC, and what is ESP for that matter?
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23 Jan 2024
Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?
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Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?

Here are our top tips and things to consider when it comes to protecting your car from rust with a car underseal
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19 Jan 2024
How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers
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How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers

Parallel parking is a feared manoeuvre for many drivers, but with these techniques and a bit of practice, anyone can get to grips with the parallel pa…
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17 Jan 2024
UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?
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UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?

Low emissions zones are springing up around the country, here’s what you need to know…
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5 Jan 2024
Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines
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Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines

Car noise is a regular cause of annoyance in the UK and there are clear rules on noise limits. Here’s everything you need to know…
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2 Jan 2024
Winter driving tips
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Winter driving tips

Top tips for winter driving, plus the do's and don'ts for handling snow and ice
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2 Jan 2024
Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4
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Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4

There’s great fun to be had taking a 4x4 off road, but our advice here can help you in everyday driving, too
Tips & advice
1 Jan 2024
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