Car ownership

There are so many attractive choices these days that picking the best company car can be quite a challenge. We look at the best of today's most popula…

Has your amber engine warning light blinked into life on your dashboard? Don’t worry, there’s no need to panic!

We detail the 10 most reliable cars on sale today, so read on to find out which models you can depend on most.

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?

What is the Apple CarPlay app? How does it work? Can CarPlay be wireless? We answer these questions and more

Reduce the risk of your car being stolen with a specially lined Faraday wallet

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

The V5C is an important piece of documentation about your car. Our guide explains what it is and when you might need it

Here’s what you need to know about the UK’s 40-year classic car tax exemption

Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) is a life-saving piece of technology. We explain what it is and how it works.

Sometimes you need to cancel your car tax - we explain how to do it

Every car on the road has its own unique VIN number. Read on to find out what a VIN number is and why it’s so important

How to choose the best engine oil and the correct grade of oil for your car

Not sure about towing weights and gradients? Our guide will make sure you're confident when towing a trailer or caravan

Having difficulty with finding the right headlight for your car? We shine a light on everything you need to know

An ECU is an important component of your vehicle’s engine. Here’s everything you need to know about ECUs

A guide to new and second-hand used car warranties, including the car warranty claim process

Do you know which lights you should be using when it gets dark? Here’s our quick guide to the use of dipped beam headlights

Car battery dead? Make sure you know how to jump-start a car safely with jump leads or push start your car

Everything you need to know about company cars, Benefit-in-Kind and how company-car tax is calculated

If you’re buying a car it’s important to know if it has outstanding vehicle finance and sellers must understand the rules to stay on the right side of…

We explain everything you need to know about car paint protection, and whether it’s the right thing for you to do.

Do you need to renew or change details on your driving licence? We show you how it’s done.

Need somewhere to charge up your electric car? We show you how to find EV chargers near you

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?

We explain car finance Annual Percentage Rates and how to get the best possible deal

A new standard for exhaust emissions is coming in 2025. We explain what it is and how it will affect you

We explain how a car radiator works and what to do if it leaks

We explain how to calculate a car’s P11D value and how it impacts company car tax

We explain the inner workings of a car’s exhaust system and what to do if it needs repairing

We describe the function of a head gasket and how to detect if it has blown

We explain how car brakes work and how to check your brake pads

If you plan to keep a car, but not take it on the road, you need to tell the DVLA it’s a SORN vehicle. But how does it work?

Why it’s so important to change a cambelt, how to know if you need a new one and how much it costs.

We explain what to do if your keys are stuck in your car or ignition, or if children or pets are trapped inside