Owning a car

Need to change a tyre on the drive or by the side of the road? Our online guide is here to help you get safely back on the road...

Fuel additives claim to improve your car's economy, performance, or both - but do they really work?

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

Understanding the V5C log book and the rules around it, whether you're buying or selling a car

Analysis of 2.5 million vehicles finds Vauxhall Combo the most commonly clocked vehicle, with BMW’s X5 the most often tinkered with car

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

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

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...

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

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

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?

Follow our car photography top tips to make your car presentable when selling it on an online marketplace

Car recalls are rarely out of the news; our exclusive interview with the DVSA explains everything you need to know about them

If selling your car, you can no longer add road tax as an incentive. We guide you through the rules on refunding your road fund licence

Follow our guide to get the best cheap car insurance using price comparison websites

Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. We explain what it means and why it exists.

With growing numbers of cars being stolen via keyless theft, we look at the steps you can take to keep your car safe

Since their introduction in 2015, Euro 6 standards for exhaust emissions have had a big impact but what are they?

Euro6 emissions regulations and SCR tech mean AdBlue usage is increasing rapidly – but what is AdBlue?

Our guide on car insurance for teenage drivers that could help save hundreds on your annual bill

Get the best price for your car and sell it quickly in the classifieds, with our guide to writing a great ad