Tips & advice

All the details on fuel cards and how to use them

It can damage your paint, so work fast to remove bird droppings from your car as soon as possible

All new cars are equipped with a traction control system but do you know how it works and when to switch it off?

Flood water can have a huge effect on a car, both seen and unseen. But how do you know if the car you're about to buy is flood-damaged?

Online used car sales site BuyaCar offers a vast array of cars that can be bought from the comfort of your home and delivered to your door.

Get ready to rev up your driving skills with Auto Express and our resident driving expert, as we help you boost your confidence and safety on the road

We explain GAP and finance GAP insurance for cars, and ask whether you really need it

Catalytic converters help clean your car’s exhaust emissions using chemical reactions with precious metals, but thefts are on the rise...

Thatcham studies crashes, rates alarms and sets insurance groups to help cut drivers’ costs. We find out how

We give you the lowdown on Audi's hi-tech dashboard display screen, the Virtual Cockpit

Driving in Italy needn’t be a challenge, as long as you’ve checked out our handy tips

Information on how to pay the Mersey Gateway Toll, and what to do if you want to appeal a fine

A light parking ding can spoil your car's looks. Here's how to tidy up and remove car paintwork scratches

Tips on what to do with a slow puncture on your car tyre. Is it safe to drive on and when you can repair it?

Everything you need to know if you're considering engine remapping or chipping work on your car

All you need to know about the many different types of car tyre you can buy today, from all-season to run-flats and beyond...

England is coming out of its third lockdown, with the rest of the UK in a similar position - what does this mean for drivers?

Never get lost again with the new location finding app that’s more accurate than a postcode - what3words

Detailed info on latest baby seat and child seat regulations, plus when it’s OK to use a booster seat

Hybrids are everywhere but with mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids all available, understanding the technology can be hard.

If you’re prepared for a few compromises, you can save thousands on a well-maintained ex-police car

BMW's iDrive in-car control and infotainment system explained: what it does and how to use it

Your car needs a valid MOT certificate to be allowed on the road. Here’s everything you need to know about the MOT test, and what you can do to make y…

We deliver the vinyl verdict on car wrapping, the pros, the cons, the costs, and how to get it done

Driving a manual car well can improve smoothness and efficiency – find out how with our useful guide

Everything you need to know about 17-digit Vehicle Identification Numbers on cars, and why they’re important

Our straightforward guide to third-party car insurance has everything you need to know

Fuel additives claim to improve your car's economy, performance, or both - but do they really work?

If you’re driving in Spain, read our guide for advice, top tips and a handy vehicle checklist

If you're buying or selling a van, you'll want to know how much it's worth. So what’s the best way to find the true value of a used commercial vehicle…

If your van doesn’t meet certain criteria, you’ll need to pay to enter London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone. We explain the ULEZ rules and fees...

If you're looking for cars with an automatic gearbox, you may have seen the term CVT. Here’s what it means…

You've been charged with driving without due care and attention - but what does that actually mean?

We look at the many different types of car headlight and explain how each technology works

All you need to know about the Waze map app that aims to be better than any other sat-nav or smartphone navigation available

Advice on whether adding high octane super unleaded petrol or super diesel to your tank is worth the extra cost