Buying a car

Is a car that’s been smoked-in worth less? Let’s answer this question and more…

Your car needs to be taxed and insured to be legally allowed on UK roads. Here’s how to check that you’re covered…

Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups in 2017; but what do they mean and how do they work?

Things have a habit of changing and if you suddenly realise the car lease you signed up for is no longer working, here’s what you can do about it…

What makes up the cost of leasing a car? We break down everything you need to consider before signing on the dotted line

With the launch of Find a Car, Auto Express, your number one source for car news and reviews, can help you buy a car as well

When buying a new or used car, timing could be the difference between getting a good deal or not. We reveal the best times to buy, and why.

Is it better to buy or lease a new car? We’re here to guide you through the benefits of each to help you decide

Driving a car with a cracked tyre isn’t recommended. Here’s why…

The Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test was introduced in 2017 to deliver more accurate fuel economy figures for motorists. But what is it and how does …

Buying or selling a car? Here’s everything you need to know about staying safe

Find out what to do if your car has been cloned and why it might have happened

Find out the pros and cons of PCH, otherwise known as car leasing

Executive editor Paul Adam explains why buying a car just became a whole lot easier

Find out the advantages and disadvantages of car leasing and whether it’s right for you

A comprehensive guide to hire purchase, PCP, contract hire and more, for anyone buying a new car on finance

Personal Contract Purchase and Hire Purchase are two of the most popular ways of paying for a car. But which is best?

Auto Express’s senior news reporter reminds used-car buyers that there’s much more to check on a potential purchase than its mileage

Our tips and tricks on how to take a test drive in a new or used car

The pros and cons of electric car salary sacrifice, plus why some drivers prefer them to finance deals

Auto Express's content editor gives his expert insight on why third-party warranties don't always make the best of sense

Looking for a car that’s cheap to insure? We’ve listed the cars with the cheapest insurance group ratings on sale in the UK today

Need to know how to transfer a private number plate between vehicles? Our step-by-step guide breaks it down

How do you judge a new car’s reliability before taking ownership? Our Driver Power survey has the answer…

If you find yourself pining for a long-lost car you’ve owned in the past, it’s easier than you think to discover where it is now

Enter a UK car registration number below and get your free valuation in seconds

If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…

Want to buy a used car through a finance scheme? Here’s everything you need to know

With more used electric cars available than ever before and bargains to had, here are our top tips to consider before splashing the cash

We check seven phone car check apps to see if they are hot or not

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”, but what is an HPI check and should you get one on the car you're buying?

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

Read our used vehicle checklist to help you make a safer, more informed choice when buying any used car

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 …

Find out what happens if your car is repossessed, and what to look out for if you're thinking of buying a repo car