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Car valuations: your car could be worth more than you think
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Car valuations: your car could be worth more than you think

When buying or selling a car, you’ll want to know how much it’s worth but what’s the best way to find the true value of a car and once you know the va…
19 Apr 2024
Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained
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Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained

What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving? Our handy guide has you cov…
17 Apr 2024
How to sell your car without an MOT
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Tips & advice

How to sell your car without an MOT

Don’t fret if your car has failed its MOT; we show you how to sell it avoiding the pitfalls.
17 Apr 2024
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines
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Tips & advice

How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines

Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. Our guide explains all
11 Apr 2024
How to scrap a car easily and for the best price
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How to scrap a car easily and for the best price

How do you scrap or recycle your car in the UK, what prices can you expect from the scrap yard and what should you tell the DVLA? Our handy guide reve…
10 Apr 2024
Electric car charging in the UK
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Tips & advice

Electric car charging in the UK

Keeping your EV battery topped-up is easier than ever. Here’s all you need to know about charging an electric car today
9 Apr 2024
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
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How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price

A great ad can net you an equally great price for your car if you do it right
9 Apr 2024

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Are you due a car tax refund?
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Are you due a car tax refund?

If you're selling your car, you might be due a refund on your unused VED car tax. We guide you through the rules around getting a refund on your car t…
8 Apr 2024
Selling a car with outstanding finance is easier than you think…
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Tips & advice

Selling a car with outstanding finance is easier than you think…

We look at whether you can sell a car with outstanding finance and things you should consider beforehand
5 Apr 2024
A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…
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A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…

The registered keeper and owner of a car don’t have to be the same person and each has different responsibilities
4 Apr 2024
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What is a V5C? Vehicle log book rules for car buyers and sellers
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What is a V5C? Vehicle log book rules for car buyers and sellers

We explain the V5C log book and the rules around it, whether you're selling or buying a car
3 Apr 2024
Why your car’s service history really matters
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Tips & advice

Why your car’s service history really matters

A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know
3 Apr 2024
The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
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The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car

If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…
25 Mar 2024
Why is car insurance so expensive? The truth about the rising cost of insuring your car
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Why is car insurance so expensive? The truth about the rising cost of insuring your car

We take an exclusive look behind the rising cost of new car insurance policies and renewals in the UK, discovering the causes and suggesting some solu…
8 Mar 2024
Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated
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Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated

What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…
21 Feb 2024
What's the best engine oil for my car?
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Tips & advice

What's the best engine oil for my car?

Use our handy guide to find the right engine oil for your car
8 Feb 2024
Car makers are killing the spare wheel but motorists really want them
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Car makers are killing the spare wheel but motorists really want them

More than 80 percent of drivers want a spare wheel in the boot, but it's an increasingly rare luxury
5 Feb 2024
What is AdBlue?
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What is AdBlue?

Euro6 emissions regulations and SCR tech mean AdBlue usage is increasing rapidly – but what is AdBlue?
13 Oct 2023
Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?
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Tips & advice

Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?

If your wheel bearings are noisy they could be worn out. Here’s all you need to know about them
11 Oct 2023
How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit
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Tips & advice

How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit

Everything you need to know about using a car tyre puncture repair kit - and when you shouldn’t!
4 Oct 2023
How to change a car tyre
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Tips & advice

How to change a car tyre

Got a flat tyre? Here’s how to safely change over to your spare wheel and get back on the road
4 Oct 2023
Engine management light: what is it?
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Tips & advice

Engine management light: what is it?

What should you do when the engine management light comes on, and how do you safely turn it off?
3 Oct 2023
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How to check if a car is taxed and insured
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How to check if a car is taxed and insured

Your car needs to be taxed and insured to be legally allowed on UK roads. Here’s how to check that you’re covered…
2 Oct 2023
Repossessed cars: what are they and should you buy one?
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Repossessed cars: what are they and should you buy one?

Find out what happens if your car is repossessed, and what to look out for if you're thinking of buying a repo car
2 Oct 2023
Misfuelling explained: What to do if you put petrol in a diesel car or vice versa
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Tips & advice

Misfuelling explained: What to do if you put petrol in a diesel car or vice versa

Misfuelling your car can be a costly mistake but here's what to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car
19 Sep 2023
Car recalls explained: what should you do if you get one?
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Car recalls explained: what should you do if you get one?

Car recalls are rarely out of the news; our exclusive interview with the DVSA explains everything you need to know about them
19 Sep 2023
Carrying dogs in cars: UK laws and expert advice for a happy dog
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Carrying dogs in cars: UK laws and expert advice for a happy dog

Most owners will need to carry their dogs in a car at some point. We explore the rules and what you should do to keep yourself and your dog safe and c…
1 Sep 2023
Euro 6 emissions standards: what do they mean for you?
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Euro 6 emissions standards: what do they mean for you?

Since their introduction in 2015, Euro 6 standards for exhaust emissions have had a big impact but what are they?
23 May 2023
What are voluntary and compulsory excess on your car insurance?
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What are voluntary and compulsory excess on your car insurance?

The excess charges, both voluntary and compulsory, are a key part of your car insurance policy. Here’s how they work…
22 May 2023
Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 
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Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 

What are driving offence endorsement codes and what do they mean on your driving licence?
14 Mar 2023
Guide to car windscreen repair and car window replacement
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Tips & advice

Guide to car windscreen repair and car window replacement

What to do if you get a stone chip or crack in your car windscreen
16 Dec 2022
Driving licence renewal guide: how to renew your licence, change the photo or address
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Driving licence renewal guide: how to renew your licence, change the photo or address

Renewing your driving licence or changing the address is really simple: here’s how it’s done
14 Dec 2022
Electric car servicing and repairs in the UK: costs, pitfalls and finding a local garage
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Electric car servicing and repairs in the UK: costs, pitfalls and finding a local garage

The popularity of electric cars is growing exponentially. But with more and more on the road, where do you go to get your pride and joy maintained and…
25 Nov 2022
Mileage correction and car clocking: is it legal?
EU to crack down on car clocking companies
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Mileage correction and car clocking: is it legal?

Millions of used UK cars have had their mileage changed. We uncover the facts about car clocking and mileage correction services.
21 Sep 2022