Buying a car
Used Volkswagen Golf (Mk7, 2013-2019) review
Used Volkswagen Golf (Mk7, 2013-2019) review
An impressive all-rounder, the evergreen VW Golf is a family hatchback that blends upmarket premium appeal with everyday practicality and affordable r…
Delayed trailer test law changes come into force
Delayed trailer test law changes come into force
You no longer need to take an extra test to tow a trailer, irrespective of when you passed your driving test
High-mileage cars: should you buy one?
High-mileage cars: should you buy one?
Used cars with high mileage are often avoided, but is a well-used car as scary as many think?
Rejecting a new or used car: your car consumer rights explained
Rejecting a new or used car: your car consumer rights explained
Sometimes a dream car purchase can turn into a nightmare. When you can't get problems sorted the nuclear option is to reject the car - here's how to d…
Cars you can drive at 16
Cars you can drive at 16
Yes, you can drive a 'car' in the UK aged 16! Welcome to the quirky world of light quadricycles…
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review
One of the best all-rounders in the competitive family hatchback sector, the Ford Focus is also brilliant to drive
Used SEAT Toledo review
Used SEAT Toledo review
A full used buyer’s guide on the SEAT Toledo covering the Toledo Mk4 (2012-2019)
Used Nissan Pulsar review
Used Nissan Pulsar review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Nissan Pulsar covering the Pulsar Mk1 (2014-2018)
Used Maserati Levante review
Used Maserati Levante review
Everything you need to know about buying a Maserati Levante. Covering the Mk1 Levante (2017-date)
"The unthinkable is happening: used cars are going up in value"
"The unthinkable is happening: used cars are going up in value"
With the semi-conductor crisis driving up the value of used cars, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks it's a good time to part exchange
What is car GAP insurance?
What is car GAP insurance?
We explain GAP and finance GAP insurance for cars, and ask whether you really need it
Petrol or diesel: which should you pick for your next car?
Petrol or diesel: which should you pick for your next car?
Hybrids and EVs are on the rise, but the petrol vs diesel dilemma remains for most new car buyers
Haggling tips: how to negotiate the best price of a new car
Haggling tips: how to negotiate the best price of a new car
When you’re haggling over the price of a new car, here are the things you should say and the traps to avoid
Cars under £500: should you buy one?
Cars under £500: should you buy one?
Buying a really cheap car can be a step into the unknown, but a £500 car could be the best bargain you ever pick up
Used Vauxhall Viva review
Used Vauxhall Viva review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Vauxhall Viva covering the fourth-generation Viva (2015-2019)
The Great British car insurance write-off scandal
The Great British car insurance write-off scandal
On the back of our exclusive investigation, organisations are now collaborating to find ‘missing’ damage-repaired cars
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee (Mk3, 2005-2011) review
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee (Mk3, 2005-2011) review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Jeep Grand Cherokee covering the Grand Cherokee Mk3 (2005-2011)
Used Ford Mondeo (Mk3, 2007-2014) review
Used Ford Mondeo (Mk3, 2007-2014) review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Ford Mondeo covering the third generation Mondeo (2007-2014)
Used Skoda Yeti review
Used Skoda Yeti review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Skoda Yeti covering the Yeti Mk 1 (2009-date)
Used Honda Civic (Mk9, 2011-2015) buyer's guide
Used Honda Civic (Mk9, 2011-2015) buyer's guide
A full used car buyer’s guide on the Honda Civic covering the Civic Mk9 (2011-2015)
Used buyer's guide: MINI clubman
Used buyer's guide: MINI clubman
Estate version of MINI Clubman adds practicality to winning retro package
Used Buyer's Guide: Audi A3 Cabriolet
Used Buyer's Guide: Audi A3 Cabriolet
With a new car on the way, this classy convertible looks better than ever used
Used buyer's guide: Ford Fusion
Used buyer's guide: Ford Fusion
The jacked-up Fiesta had limited appeal new, but the Ford Fusion looks top value used
Used buyer's guide: Volvo S80
Used buyer's guide: Volvo S80
Steep depreciation makes the Volvo S80 a great value second-hand car
Used buyer's guide: Mercedes CLC
Used buyer's guide: Mercedes CLC
The Mercedes CLC wasn’t a showroom hit, but it's a fine second-hand buy
Used buyer's guide: Nissan 370Z
Used buyer's guide: Nissan 370Z
The Nissan 370Z combines driving fun with a strong reliability record
Used Ford Ka Review
Used Ford Ka Review
The Mk2 Ford Ka is reliable and fun. Are there any pitfalls of buying used?
Used buyer's guide: Alfa Romeo Spider (1995-2006)
Used buyer's guide: Alfa Romeo Spider (1995-2006)
Don’t be put off by Alfa’s reputation, the Spider makes a fine buy
Used buyer's guide: Mazda RX-8
Used buyer's guide: Mazda RX-8
The stylish Mazda RX-8 coupe is cheap to buy, but expensive to run
Used buyer's guide: Audi A3
Used buyer's guide: Audi A3
The Audi A3 is about to be replaced, and looks more tempting than ever used
How to appeal against a penalty ticket
How to appeal against a penalty ticket
Auto Express’s useful guidelines explaining when and how to appeal against a parking offence you don’t think you’ve committed.
How to avoid a clocked car
How to avoid a clocked car
Internet crooks are offering 'no questions asked' car clocking services - and it could cost you dear. Read on as we expose the scam