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How to scrap or recycle your car, and what prices to expect from the scrap yard

Read this used vehicle checklist to be safe when buying any used car – then download our free vehicle appraisal form

Buying a car privately can be daunting, but follow our advice to get the best deals with the least hassle

Misfuelling your car can be a costly mistake if you try to drive it, but here's what to do if you put petrol in your diesel car

Flood water can have a huge effect on a car, both seen and unseen. But how do you know if the car you're about to buy is flood-damaged?

The murky world of car auctions explained, with top auction buyers tips to help you grab a great deal

Understanding V5C log book rules: a guide for buyers and sellers

For many drivers a no claims bonus is the ticket to cheaper car insurance. We explain what it is and how to earn it

New Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications have replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups; we explain all.

The government offers a free tax and insurance checker to make sure a vehicle is legally allowed on UK roads. Here’s how to use it...

We explain GAP and finance GAP insurance for cars, and ask whether you really need it!

Whether you sell your car online, at a dealer, or somewhere in between, this guide will help you get the most cash

A Government website allows users to find the entire MoT history of any vehicle plus other details free of charge

Tips and advice on how to save money on car insurance, fuel and servicing

Read our MoT checklist for the best tips to avoid unnecessary - and possibly expensive - MoT fails

Paul Veysey has been buying and selling car posters for 20 years. Here’s a glimpse of his current offering

Temporary car insurance is handy if you need immediate, short-term insurance cover on a car. Here we explain what it is and how to get it.

What if your dream car turns into a nightmare? If you bought from a dealership, you have various protections but the nuclear option is to reject the c…

If you're buying or selling a car, you'll want to know how much it's worth. So what’s the best way to find the true value of a used car?

Whether you buy through a dealer, broker, or car supermarket, this guide contains our best tips on how and where to buy a new car

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”. What does it mean, what is an HPI check and is it something you should consider?

Looking for the best way to finance a new car? Here's our complete guide to hire purchase, PCP, contract hire and more

What to say and what not to say when haggling over a deal on a new car

Live M4 traffic news and updates for M4 junctions, plus real time travel reports on delays, accidents, roadworks and snow

Live M25 traffic reports, plus the latest news on M25 accidents, delays, congestion and snow

Live M6 traffic news and updates for M6 junctions, plus real time travel reports on delays, accidents, roadworks and snow

UK Plug-in Car Grant offers a discount on the cost of buying an electric car - read our guide to the eligible cars and how much it can save you.

Thinking of buying a brand new car online? Here's our guide to making the process as simple as possible

Everything you need to know about swapping a registration plate from one vehicle to another in the UK

Looking to get the best deal on a new or used car? Timing could be everything

If you’re unsure of the difference between a clearway, an urban clearway and a red route, you’ve come to the right place.

Before you buy a new or used car, you’ll want to take a test drive. Here’s how to do it well.

A new write-off system has been introduced, but Cat C and D cars are still on the used market. We explain all.

The 1988 Tourist Trophy at Silverstone saw the fastest Ford touring cars from the UK, Europe and Australia go head to head to find the quickest Sierra…