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Audi Virtual Cockpit: what is it, and should you have it?
Audi virtual cockpit
Tips and advice
13 Mar 2024

Audi Virtual Cockpit: what is it, and should you have it?

The digital Audi Virtual Cockpit replaces traditional dials with a large configurable screen
What is an IDP licence? International Driving Permits explained
holiday car
Tips and advice
12 Mar 2024

What is an IDP licence? International Driving Permits explained

You may need an International Driving Permit if you plan on driving abroad – we cover everything you need to know
What is cruise control and adaptive cruise control?
Cruise control stalk
Tips and advice
7 Mar 2024

What is cruise control and adaptive cruise control?

Cruise control is a handy feature that can reduce fatigue when driving – we explain how it works
Tesla Supercharger network explained
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Tips and advice
6 Mar 2024

Tesla Supercharger network explained

Tesla operates a network of rapid chargers known as Superchargers – here’s everything you need to know
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Engine size explained
Aston Martin 6.0-litre V12 engine
Tips and advice
5 Mar 2024

Engine size explained

A car’s engine size can affect how it drives – we cover everything you need to know
Driving licence penalty points explained
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Tips and advice
4 Mar 2024

Driving licence penalty points explained

You could receive penalty points on your licence if you break the law when driving. Here’s all you need to know
Towing capacity, weights and limits guide
Towcar
Tips and advice
29 Feb 2024

Towing capacity, weights and limits guide

It’s vital to understand towing weights and capacities before hitching a trailer or caravan to your car
How to tow a car
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Tips and advice
29 Feb 2024

How to tow a car

Towing a car is a tricky skill, but it could come in handy if you find yourself stuck at the side of the road
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How to jump start a car
jump starting a car
Tips and advice
28 Feb 2024

How to jump start a car

We cover how to safely jump start and push start a car if your battery goes flat
How much is my van road tax? Light goods vehicle VED explained
Vauxhall van
Tips and advice
28 Feb 2024

How much is my van road tax? Light goods vehicle VED explained

We cover everything you need to know about taxing your van or commercial vehicle
Reporting potholes and claiming for damage: complete guide
pothole
Tips and advice
26 Feb 2024

Reporting potholes and claiming for damage: complete guide

Potholes are an increasingly prevalent annoyance for UK drivers – here’s everything you need to know
Number plates explained: guide to UK registration plate system
Cupra Ateca number plate
Tips and advice
23 Feb 2024

Number plates explained: guide to UK registration plate system

They’re found on every road-legal car in the UK, but how does our number plate system work?
Double-cab pickup tax benefits explained 2024
Ford Ranger Platinum drive
Tips and advice
20 Feb 2024

Double-cab pickup tax benefits explained 2024

Double-cab pickup trucks can offer company car drivers and small business owners big tax savings – here’s what you need to know
What is an HPI check?
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Tips and advice
16 Feb 2024

What is an HPI check?

HPI checks are a useful tool to investigate a car’s history – we cover everything you need to know
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Car warranties explained: what’s covered in a new or used car warranty
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Tips and advice
13 Feb 2024

Car warranties explained: what’s covered in a new or used car warranty

A guide to new and second-hand used car warranties, including the car warranty claim process
What is a self-charging hybrid?
What is a self-charging hybrid?
Tips and advice
13 Feb 2024

What is a self-charging hybrid?

Find out how self-charging hybrids work and why you might benefit from driving one
Used car brokers: pros and cons
Car dealership forecourt
Tips and advice
9 Feb 2024

Used car brokers: pros and cons

Used car brokers can offer excellent savings when buying a used car, but there are things to watch out for
Euro NCAP: how safe is my car?
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Tips and advice
9 Feb 2024

Euro NCAP: how safe is my car?

Euro NCAP is the independent body that evaluates car safety – we cover everything you need to know
How to test drive a car: top tips
Test drive a car
Tips and advice
7 Feb 2024

How to test drive a car: top tips

A test drive is a key part of the car-buying process but there are some important points to remember. We cover what to do and what to avoid
Speeding fines UK 2024: how much will I have to pay?
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Tips and advice
5 Feb 2024

Speeding fines UK 2024: how much will I have to pay?

Received a fixed penalty notice? We break down how much it’ll cost you
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Company car tax 2024: Benefit-in-Kind rates explained
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Tips and advice
2 Feb 2024

Company car tax 2024: Benefit-in-Kind rates explained

Everything you need to know about company cars, Benefit-in-Kind and how company-car tax is calculated
Speed awareness course: how long does it take, how much does it cost and who’s eligible?
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Tips and advice
1 Feb 2024

Speed awareness course: how long does it take, how much does it cost and who’s eligible?

If you’re caught speeding, you could take a speed awareness course instead of getting points on your licence – our guide explains all
Do electric cars have gearboxes?
BYD Seal UK gear selector
Tips and advice
30 Jan 2024

Do electric cars have gearboxes?

Do electric cars have gears? We cover the differences between the transmissions fitted to electric cars and combustion engine cars
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Wrong fuel: What to do if you put petrol in your diesel car
What to do if you misfuel your car
Tips and advice
23 Jan 2024

Wrong fuel: What to do if you put petrol in your diesel car

Have you filled your car with the wrong fuel by mistake? We explain what you need to do if you accidentally put petrol in a diesel car, or vice versa
What is Apple CarPlay? How it works and compatible cars
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Tips and advice
22 Jan 2024

What is Apple CarPlay? How it works and compatible cars

Apple CarPlay offers drivers a safe way to use their smartphone while driving. Here’s how it works
What is Android Auto? Maps, apps and how to connect
Android Auto
Tips and advice
19 Jan 2024

What is Android Auto? Maps, apps and how to connect

Android Auto is one of the most popular in-car smartphone connectivity systems – here’s how it works
What are Cat S and Cat N cars? Complete guide to insurance write-offs
Cat D cars, Cat C & insurance write-offs: complete guide
Tips and advice
17 Jan 2024

What are Cat S and Cat N cars? Complete guide to insurance write-offs

Cat S and Cat N cars can look like a tempting deal, but they come with a catch. We explain everything you need to know about insurance write-off cars
What is a mild hybrid?
Mild-hybrid technology
Tips and advice
15 Jan 2024

What is a mild hybrid?

Mild hybrid systems are one of the latest fuel-saving technologies fitted to modern cars. We cover how they differ from other hybrids, and if you shou…
Ford EcoBoost engines: what are they and should you buy one?
Ford Puma SUV front tracking
Tips and advice
12 Jan 2024

Ford EcoBoost engines: what are they and should you buy one?

Everything you need to know about Ford’s high-efficiency EcoBoost engine technology
What is a DSG gearbox? Reliability, cost and should you buy a car with DSG?
Volkswagen Polo GTI facelift gearlever
Tips and advice
8 Jan 2024

What is a DSG gearbox? Reliability, cost and should you buy a car with DSG?

Now available on many new cars, DSGs (Direct-Shift gearboxes) are an excellent alternative to a traditional manual. But should you buy one?
Dartford Crossing guide: charge times, fines and how to pay
Dartford Crossing
Tips and advice
5 Jan 2024

Dartford Crossing guide: charge times, fines and how to pay

Find out when and how to pay the Dartford toll, save money and avoid fines
Dipped headlights explained: what are dipped beams and when to use them
dipped headlights
Tips and advice
2 Jan 2024

Dipped headlights explained: what are dipped beams and when to use them

Do you know which lights you should be using when it gets dark? Here’s our quick guide to the use of dipped headlights
Car tax rates 2024: VED tax and bands explained
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Tips and advice
2 Jan 2024

Car tax rates 2024: VED tax and bands explained

All cars in the UK are taxed using the Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) system. We cover how to check if your car is taxed, how to pay and how much it will c…
Car dashboard warning lights: the complete guide
Car dashboard symbols and meanings
Tips and advice
19 Dec 2023

Car dashboard warning lights: the complete guide

Your car uses illuminating dashboard symbols to warn you if there’s an issue. But what do they mean?
Car scratch repair: a complete guide
Car scratch repair: a complete guide
Tips and advice
13 Dec 2023

Car scratch repair: a complete guide

Small car scratches are unsightly while deep scratches can cause more damage if left unattended. Luckily many car scratch repairs can be done at home