Car ownership

Engine management light: top 5 causes of amber engine warning light
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Tips and advice
1 Dec 2023

Engine management light: top 5 causes of amber engine warning light

Has your amber engine warning light blinked into life on your dashboard? Don’t worry, there’s no need to panic!
How to renew your driving licence or change the address
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Tips and advice
22 Nov 2023

How to renew your driving licence or change the address

Do you need to renew or change details on your driving licence? We show you how it’s done
How to clean your car seats
Leather seat cleaning
Tips and advice
22 Nov 2023

How to clean your car seats

Dirty car seats? Whether you’re maintaining or selling your car, cleaning its seats will keep it looking fresh and boost its value
How to test and charge a car battery
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Tips and advice
16 Nov 2023

How to test and charge a car battery

When your car won’t start, a flat battery is often the culprit. Here is everything you need to know about testing and charging your car’s 12V battery
How to spot a slow puncture and what to do if you have one
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Tips and advice
16 Nov 2023

How to spot a slow puncture and what to do if you have one

Ignoring a slow puncture can be dangerous and costly. We’ve put together our top tips to help you spot and fix one
Top 10 most reliable cars 2023
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Best cars
2 Nov 2023

Top 10 most reliable cars 2023

We detail the 10 most reliable cars according to our Driver Power data, so read on to find out which models you can depend on most
The best company cars 2023
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25 Oct 2023

The best company cars 2023

With budgets and Benefit in-Kind tax to consider, choosing a company car can be full of pitfalls; we pick out some of the best
Company car tax 2023/24: Benefit-in-Kind rates explained
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Tips and advice
23 Oct 2023

Company car tax 2023/24: Benefit-in-Kind rates explained

Everything you need to know about company cars, Benefit-in-Kind and how company-car tax is calculated
Should I buy an insurance write-off? Cat C, Cat D, Cat S and Cat N cars explained
Cat D cars, Cat C & insurance write-offs: complete guide
Tips and advice
18 Oct 2023

Should I buy an insurance write-off? Cat C, Cat D, Cat S and Cat N cars explained

We explain the pros and cons of buying an insurance written-off car
How much tax will you pay on your new car?
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Tips and advice
29 Sep 2023

How much tax will you pay on your new car?

Tax, including road tax and company-car tax, is an important part of any motoring budget
What is Apple CarPlay? How it works, how to get it and compatible cars
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Tips and advice
22 Sep 2023

What is Apple CarPlay? How it works, how to get it and compatible cars

What is the Apple CarPlay app? How does it work? Can CarPlay be wireless? We answer these questions and more
What to do if you misfuel your car
What to do if you misfuel your car
Tips and advice
21 Sep 2023

What to do if you misfuel your car

Misfuelling is an error that happens more than you might think. We explain what you need to do if you accidentally put petrol in a diesel car, or oppo…
Black box car insurance: pros, cons, rules and how young drivers can save
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Tips and advice
19 Sep 2023

Black box car insurance: pros, cons, rules and how young drivers can save

What is a black box, and could you benefit from getting one? Here’s everything you need to know
What is a V5C? Here’s everything you need to know about the log book
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Tips and advice
12 Sep 2023

What is a V5C? Here’s everything you need to know about the log book

The V5C is an important piece of documentation about your car. Our guide explains what it is and when you might need it
Do electric cars need oil?
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Tips and advice
5 Sep 2023

Do electric cars need oil?

Since electric cars don’t have engines, they don’t need the same service items as petrol and diesel cars
How to remove bird poop from a car
How to remove bird poop from car
Tips and advice
23 Aug 2023

How to remove bird poop from a car

Read our guide on how to remove this most unpleasant of substances from your car
Electric company-car tax explained
Jaguar I-Pace charging
Tips and advice
22 Aug 2023

Electric company-car tax explained

A guide to electric company-car tax costs for employees and employers
Car paint protection: what is it and is it worth the price?
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Tips and advice
21 Aug 2023

Car paint protection: what is it and is it worth the price?

Do you really need car paint protection? Find out what it is and who it’s for in our handy guide
Towing with an electric car, hybrid or plug-in hybrid - what's the capacity and can you tow a caravan?
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Tips and advice
15 Aug 2023

Towing with an electric car, hybrid or plug-in hybrid - what's the capacity and can you tow a caravan?

Considering an alternative-fuel tow car? Read our guide on towing a caravan or trailer with a hybrid or electric car
What is SORN? Statutory Off Road Notifications explained
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Tips and advice
10 Aug 2023

What is SORN? Statutory Off Road Notifications explained

If you’re the registered keeper of a car that’s off the road, you need to tell the DVLA it’s a SORN vehicle to avoid paying road tax. But what does SO…
The best car brands in the UK: Driver Power 2023
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22 Jun 2023

The best car brands in the UK: Driver Power 2023

Considering your next car? The UK's top car manufacturers are ranked in our annual owner satisfaction survey
How to check and top up your engine oil
How to check and top up your engine oil
Tips and advice
24 Apr 2023

How to check and top up your engine oil

Engine oil should never be ignored. Let us show you how to check and top up your car’s oil
UK road tax 2023/2024: VED tax rates and bands explained
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Tips and advice
21 Apr 2023

UK road tax 2023/2024: VED tax rates and bands explained

We explain how the current Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) system works, what it means for UK motorists and how to check the cost of taxing your car
Car dashboard warning lights: the complete guide
Car dashboard symbols and meanings
Tips and advice
20 Apr 2023

Car dashboard warning lights: the complete guide

Your dashboard lights up with lots of symbols each time you start the car, but what do they mean – and what if one stays on?
What is a DSG gearbox? Should I buy a car with one?
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Tips and advice
3 Apr 2023

What is a DSG gearbox? Should I buy a car with one?

Also called twin-clutch or DCT gearboxes, a DSG automatic gearbox is offered on many cars now. But should you buy one over a manual?
Best road tax-free cars 2023
The best road tax-free cars 2023
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30 Mar 2023

Best road tax-free cars 2023

Only new electric and hydrogen-powered cars are free from annual road tax today, but a range of used cars and classic cars are also exempt
How to get cheaper car insurance
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10 Mar 2023

How to get cheaper car insurance

Our comprehensive guide to car insurance and how to get the best deal
Diesel Particulate Filters: what is a DPF and which cars come with one?
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Tips and advice
3 Mar 2023

Diesel Particulate Filters: what is a DPF and which cars come with one?

All modern diesel cars are fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). We explain what it is, why your car needs one and how to keep it maintained
New and used car warranties: what you need to know
New and used car warranties: what you need to know
Tips and advice
21 Feb 2023

New and used car warranties: what you need to know

A guide to new and second-hand used car warranties, including the car warranty claim process
All you need to know about: dipped headlights
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Tips and advice
14 Feb 2023

All you need to know about: dipped headlights

Do you know which lights you should be using when it gets dark? Here’s our quick guide to the use of dipped headlights
MoT guide: cost, info and what happens if your car fails
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Tips and advice
2 Feb 2023

MoT guide: cost, info and what happens if your car fails

Worried about your car passing its MoT? Read our full guide on what to expect and how to prepare it
Electric car charging stations: a complete guide
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Tips and advice
11 Jan 2023

Electric car charging stations: a complete guide

With the UK’s charging infrastructure growing at a rapid rate, here’s what you need to know about charging stations
What to do if your keys are locked in the car
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Tips and advice
7 Nov 2022

What to do if your keys are locked in the car

We explain what to do if your keys are stuck in your car or ignition, or if children or pets are trapped inside
What is BMW ConnectedDrive?
BMW ConnectedDrive
Tips and advice
3 Oct 2022

What is BMW ConnectedDrive?

We explain everything you need to know about BMW ConnectedDrive and how much it costs
How to avoid keyless entry car theft
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Tips and advice
29 Jul 2022

How to avoid keyless entry car theft

As cases of keyless car theft spike, find out how you can keep your car secure