Tips & advice
Driving abroad: your holiday car guide

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
Locking wheel nuts explained: types, removal and lost keys

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…
Practical driving test tips: how to prepare and pass

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.
How to avoid buying a car with outstanding finance

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

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
Real-world MPG and emissions testing

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

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

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
What is WLTP? Official car fuel economy and emission tests explained

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
International driving permit: do you need one?

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
London Congestion Charge: map, times, exemptions and full details

London Congestion Charge: map, times, exemptions and full details
Driving into the city? Here’s everything you need to know
Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained 

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…
How to sell your car without an MoT

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.
Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price

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…
Electric car charging in the UK

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
How to buy or sell a car at auction and get a great price

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 …
Car tax bands: 2024/2025 VED bands explained

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
Bad credit van finance: how to buy a van if you have a poor credit rating

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?
What is middle-lane hogging?

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…
Latest live M25 traffic news

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

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
Old Cat C and Cat D insurance write-off categories explained

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…
What's the best engine oil for my car?

What's the best engine oil for my car?
Use our handy guide to find the right engine oil for your car
Pass Plus scheme: pros, cons, cost and insurance discounts

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?
Can you lease a used car? second-hand car leasing deals guide

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
The Dartford Crossing: how to pay the Dart Charge toll and appeal a fine

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
London ULEZ: Ultra Low Emissions Zone expansion, charges and map

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
What is Torque? The mystery explained

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

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
What is ESP, and ESC on a car?

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?
Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?

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
How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers

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…
UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?

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…
Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines

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…
Winter driving tips

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

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